How on earth do toddlers get enough calories to grow? We had the baby here for several hours today, and it was an all-day event to get any food down her. We started with a tiny bowl of peaches and cottage cheese. That took over an hour just to get her to try the first bite. I made bacon, and let her have her own piece, which got chewed into oblivion, but I don't think a single bite was actually swallowed. We gave up and let her have some baby crack -- these little tabs of fruit and yogurt that have a merengue texture (but no egg). She ate those with gusto, but they are just fluff. If it wasn't for milk in her bottle, I don't think she would have had the calories to do all the playing and exploring she did today.
This was the first day we tested out the new bed for big girl naps. She was starting to wind down around one in the afternoon, so we went to the dark, quiet bedroom, and waited her out. She and I both conked out for a while, but she stayed asleep longer. The new bed is much more comfortable, the bedding is softer, and the height is safe enough for a toddler to sleep in. All-around win.
She will be back for a shorter visit tomorrow. I wonder what nonsense we will play at then. It may be time to get some new learning toys. Maybe I'll take her with me to pick them out.
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