I guess my standard intro to these monthly posts will go something like, “I can’t believe Clara is already ___ months old.” That’s how I feel. I can’t help but be a little sad, even though I’m obviously happy that she is growing and thriving. She’s outgrowing her 0-3 month clothes, at least in length. Some of them still fit, but the sleepers are starting to slip down her shoulders. It’s crazy to me that we’ll soon be packing away a good part of her wardrobe.

She’s changed so much since last month. She now has almost complete head control. She smiles more and squeals, too. She can grip things with her tiny fingers, and she can also pinch with her toes (that’s a trait she got from me, I think). She loves being on her play mat, and apparently the cats like it too. There’s a dangling bird that makes a chirping sound, and I came downstairs this morning to discover Chloe batting at it. She’s started putting her hands in her mouth, which can be frustrating when she tries to do so while eating. She’s gotten good at pushing up on her arms when she’s on her stomach, and I know she’ll be on all fours in no time.