Vielen Dank für Ihre Geschenke

Last Saturday(25th), my schwester celebrated her 4th birthday. (Err........how many is 4??) I slept on a new bed in a new place for one night before her birthday party. I thought schwester had friends as little as me but only Baby ShyAnne was around the same age as me. But we couldn't talk at this age. The rests of the friends were able to run; hop; jump like schwester. Oh.. how I wish I can do just that and join in the fun! On the other hand, I was able to sleep through the noise. I love the noise; reminds me of what I've been hearing since I was in mummy's tummy (as usual her voice yakking away)I missed alot of things, umm...I also slept during the cake-cutting. But why should I care? This is not my birthday! But when we got back home on Sunday, mummy and daddy told me I had some presents from mummy's friends. *guilty guilty* I felt guilty, I should have been awake; smile more to mummy's friends and then maybe I'll get more pressies.
Enough of my rubbish coo-ing. Thank you aunties for the gifts and for not forgetting me.
Vielen vielen Dank!

10 weeks old

SMOOTH OPERATOR
He's no Fred Astaire yet, but your little one's movements are getting a bit more coordinated. You'll notice that the jerky arm and leg movements of his newborn days have given way to smoother, more circular motions, especially when he's watching people.

Give your baby enough space to stretch and move his arms and legs. Lay a blanket on the floor and let him move as he pleases. These movements can help your baby strengthen and tone his developing muscles. On his tummy, he'll start to push off with his legs — the first step in getting on the move.

SOUND SLEEP ADVICE
Whether you envision your little one sleeping independently in a crib at an early age or sharing a family bed in the coming years, a soothing and predictable bedtime routine will help your child nod off and get the rest he needs. And it's not too early to start.

Your routine can include rocking, singing, a bath, a bedtime story, cuddling with a transitional object (such as a soft blanket or stuffed animal), being carried around the house and saying goodnight to each room — whatever makes sense for your family. The ritual will evolve as your child gets older.

"HELLO, MY NAME IS?"
At this age, your baby should be open to making friends with babies and adults alike. You may notice that he smiles when he sees anyone come in the room or holds out his arms when someone wants to hold him.

Now's a good time to introduce your baby to sitters or other people who might be looking after him later on. Have potential caregivers come over and spend time with you and your baby. Later on, he may be consumed by stranger anxiety, making a simple introduction seem impossible.

Do remember that babies have different temperaments and some are less open to new people than others. If your baby doesn't welcome someone new with open arms, be patient, hold him close, and reintroduce him. It may just take some time. Familiar surroundings will help introductions go more smoothly

9 weeks old

BREAK OUT THE BIBS
Your baby's salivary glands have been working since she was in utero, but you may notice that she's started to drool. She's also putting everything in her mouth and producing more saliva than she can swallow.

This doesn't mean that your baby's teething just yet, though — that probably won't happen for another two weeks, at least. The vast majority of babies sprout their first tooth between 4 and 7 months of age. If your baby's an early developer, you may see her first white cap, usually one of the bottom two middle teeth, as early as 3 months. (And in rare cases, a baby's first tooth is visible at birth!)

Many parents permanently affix a bib to their baby about now to catch the drool. Just remember to take it off when your baby sleeps to prevent strangulation.

The good news is that your baby's drool coats toys and other objects with disease-preventing proteins. That's fortunate — since she'll continue to explore anything she can get her hands on.

SLEEPING FOR A LONGER CHUNKS OF TIME
If your baby's sleeping through the night (five or six hours at a stretch), you're one of the lucky few. Most 10-week-old babies still wake up in the middle of the night. But even babies who aren't sleeping through the night at this stage should be sleeping and staying awake for longer intervals instead of cycling back and forth so much. Your baby will most likely have two to four long sleep periods and as many as ten hours of awake time in 24 hours.

An interesting note: Whether your baby is a night owl or a morning lark, a long sleeper or short sleeper, she'll probably stay that way throughout childhood.

TURNING OVER A NEW LEAF
Your baby is learning how to rock and roll — well, maybe just roll. At this age, she'll probably be able to move from her side to her back and her back to her side. The complete roll over won't come for another month or so, though, because she needs stronger neck and arm muscles for that maneuver.

Your baby's increasing mobility means that you must keep a hand on her during diaper changes. Never leave your baby unattended on a bed or any other elevated surface now that she can move around.

I'm a very lucky baby!

I am unlike other babies who only get to drink milk and sleep.

I indulged in my first bubble bath today. For obvious reasons, you can see I was not crying (like I used to) and enjoyed the ........................

ha?only 4minutes of bubble bath and..............in a wash basin???

I wonder what's next on mummy's agenda
Spa next?
Facial?

All I care for is my milk & 抱抱

I don't care where we are, as long as I've got my basic needs answered, I am happy.

Today, this same lady kept smiling and talking to me. So I kept smiling (showing her my gums) I heard she's my ma-ma... now who's that? Does she have milk milk for me to drink?

Some photos of me taken today

8 weeks old

INTO COMPLEX DESIGNS
At this point, your baby will begin to move beyond his early preferences for bright or two-toned objects toward more detailed and complicated designs, colors, and shapes. Show your baby — and let him touch — a wider variety of objects. Good choices include plastic cookie cutters, soft balls, and stuffed animals.

HEAR YE, HEAR YE
Your baby can differentiate familiar voices from other sounds and is becoming a better listener. He also can show you that he's in tune with his environment. Notice how he looks to see where certain noises are coming from.

An ongoing conversation (although still one-sided!) can help your baby develop his sense of place. He may even watch your mouth as you talk, fascinated by how it all works.

Note: If you have any doubt about your baby's hearing, don't hesitate to mention your concerns to your healthcare provider. Even though your baby's hearing may have already been tested, new problems can arise.

A HELPING HAND
The chaotic first months are over and your baby's schedule is probably becoming more predictable. If you and your partner are raising your baby, it's important for both of you to get a chance to care for and bond with your baby. Make sure whichever one of you is not the primary caretaker gets regular time alone with your little one, for bathing him, changing him, and just getting tuned into his needs.

Hi from a 2 month-old baby

These are some recent photos of me. Have I grown alot?

Agogo dancer

I am smiling more now

My wonderful one-&-only che che

7 weeks-old

You may notice short periods of time when your newborn is quiet and alert. This is prime time for learning: Your baby's brain will grow about 5 centimeters during her first three months!

Use these calm intervals to get better acquainted with your baby — talk to her, sing to her, describe the pictures on the walls. She may not be able to add to your conversation just yet, but she's learning nonetheless.

New textures for her hands to feel and new sights and sounds (all in moderation) are all learning opportunities. Even bath time becomes a laboratory for understanding life.

REACHING OUT
Your baby's hands should be mostly open now — ready to reach out to the world. In the early days of your baby's life, grabbing was mostly automatic and instinctual and she couldn't let go if she wanted to. Although she can't really grab objects just yet, she can hold things placed in her hands. And, once she wraps her hands around something, she might not let go so easily. She'll also begin to try and bat at objects, so keep potentially dangerous objects far from your little one's reach. This means not holding hot liquids or sharp objects while you're holding her.

LEARNING BEGINS NOW
You may notice short periods of time when your newborn is quiet and alert. This is prime time for learning: Your baby's brain will grow about 5 centimeters during her first three months!

Use these calm intervals to get better acquainted with your baby — talk to her, sing to her, describe the pictures on the walls. She may not be able to add to your conversation just yet, but she's learning nonetheless.

New textures for her hands to feel and new sights and sounds (all in moderation) are all learning opportunities. Even bath time becomes a laboratory for understanding life.

EYES CAN TRACK OBJECTS
With both eyes now able to follow things consistently and well, your baby can track a moving object much better, something she may have been able to do for only brief periods since birth.

The stores are packed with developmental toys, but you'll do just as well with everyday objects. Pass a rattle or a bright plastic ladle horizontally in front of her. Then try moving it up and down. This should attract your baby's attention, though she probably won't be able to smoothly follow things vertically for another three months and diagonally for another six months.

You can also play eyes-to-eyes by moving very close to her face and slowly nodding your head from side to side. Often her eyes will lock onto yours.

Oh .... this is life

Oh man! I never knew being a baby is this good. I not only get to drink milk, sleep and look at mummy;daddy - I also get to be massaged.

Today, Aunty came by to massage me after mummy, then she told mummy I had "wind" in me - which explains me 'pu pu pu-ing' all the time.Mummy is going to indulge me in this kind of luxurious living for the next 6 days. And send che-che to slimming centre.

Click here for Massage 1
Click here for Massage 2

Shiok siah!

Recent photos of me

Development of me :-
- I'm 6 weeks old now. I am definitely a big girl now.
- I still drink every 2hours, giving mummy no rest (she complains "day time no rest; night time no rest. Siao liao............)
- I did make a little of other vocalizations now. Not much but it'll get more when I am older
- when put on my front, I will lift my head up.
- I cry the same...........louder and longer. Mummy says I'm an impatient girl (but I'm still her little darling)
- I smile more now.
- I am curious about my surroundings. When I hear people talk, I turn my head around. This world looks quite interesting to me.

Daddy burping me (and why is he facing me to the side? I want to watch TV too!)

Diaper change

Do I look like a boy boy??