These last two weeks have been really crazy for this Hardin household. Carter started his summer preschool program at the church this past Monday and really seems to be thriving and enjoying it a lot..except when I drop him off in the mornings. That part is as hard for me as it is for him. I can't believe Layla is already two weeks old. She is doing really well. She is eating good and gaining properly (yes, even though she was 10 lbs at birth..haha). She is becoming more alert and awake during the day now. She is a great little sleeper. She wakes up twice during the night..eats..and goes right back to sleep. Al and I consider ourselves very lucky to have had two great little sleepers. We think she will eventually take after her big brother and be sleeping through the night soon (knock on wood). However, I live for the day that I can get them on the same routine.
Layla with great grandma Lucy. Lucy's mother was also named Layla.
Carter on his first day of preschool! Someone was a little cranky and not up for any pictures! He had also taken a nice fall down the stairs and has a nice shiner on his eye. Great first impression for school on our part.
Daddy with his babies!

She will sleep in the pack n play..but only on her side.
This was before she realized that she was wet!

Such a good big brother!
Photo shoot gone really wrong.

Edisto Beach 2015
Friday, May 28, 2010
Tuesday, May 18, 2010
Layla Nicole Hardin
May 14th, 2010 at exactly 11:00 pm, Miss Layla Nicole Hardin finally decided to make her appearance in this world. Weighing in at a big whopping 10lbs 4oz and measuring in at 23 1/4 inches long..it's amazing how I was even able to breathe.
Weight: 10lbs 4oz >95%
Height: 23 1/4 in >95%
HC: 38cm >95%
A lot has been going on these last few days..we are trying to get use to having a new baby around the house and I am trying to recover the best way I know how without over doing it. Here are a few pictures of our hospital stay and last few days.
Today we went back to pediatrician for her well baby check and she is in perfect health. The place on her head from where they used the vacuum has healed and her sugars and weight are great. Her stats are still off the charts. Layla, so far is taking after big brother Carter. She is a good little eater and only cries when she is hungry. She is eating about every three hours and sleeping well.
Wednesday, May 12, 2010
Best part of the day!
BATH TIME!!!!!!!
It definitely means that my day is on a downhill slide from here. Carter loves bath time and would honestly stay in the tub all night if we would let him.

Taaaadaaaaaaaaaaaaa..the finished product. He was really tired of the camera at this point.
Monday, May 10, 2010
39 weeks 6 days!
Ok, so tomorrow is officially my due date and my 40 week appointment. So much for the myth that second babies come sooner. I am really starting to think that is just to keep us second timers going once we see the pink plus sign on the pregnancy test or the first 6 or 7 vomiting sessions. It's hopeful news that this will not last as long as the first. I, however beg to differ. Here is my 39 week belly with Carter and my 39 week belly with baby girl Hardin.
May 7th, 2008. That was the night my water broke. I love comparing the two. Carter was definitely much lower then baby girl Hardin. My belly button did not pop out with Carter.
May 7th 2010. No progress from last week. Still 1cm dilated and 50% effaced. Hopefully tomorrow there is a change that labor will be soon. On a positive note, Carter and her will not be sharing a birthday.
May 7th, 2008. That was the night my water broke. I love comparing the two. Carter was definitely much lower then baby girl Hardin. My belly button did not pop out with Carter.
May 7th 2010. No progress from last week. Still 1cm dilated and 50% effaced. Hopefully tomorrow there is a change that labor will be soon. On a positive note, Carter and her will not be sharing a birthday.Sunday, May 9, 2010
Happy Mother's Day and 2nd birthday Carter!
Today was Carter and I special day together. While I am so blessed to be celebrating mother's day because of Carter, he was celebrating his 2nd birthday with me. I am so blessed to be this little guy's mommy..I think he is definitely a keeper. I love you Carter!
Carter and I
Such a little gentlemen..bringing mommy flowers while I was in the shower. Of course daddy was not being camera shy for the flower delivery!
I noticed that my flowers were put in places that a woman who is 40 weeks pregnant could not miss..#1 being the kitchen table...and........
#2 being the bathroom!
Carter and daddy getting ready for cake.
Carter's little cake since we had the big one last Saturday.
Make a wish..
A shirtless Carter enjoying his cake. It is a good thing seeing how messy he gets.

YAY! Another dinosaur outfit. I swear this kid could clothe the army in dinosaur clothing and then some.
Super Why toys! You can't find them anywhere. I am so sick of seeing Dora crap everywhere. The shows he actually watches..you can't find the toys.
Saturday, May 8, 2010
Birthday Boy!
This past Saturday, we celebrated Carter's second birthday party. Carter loved getting to see close family and friends and enjoyed his new presents. This year we decided to go with a dinosaur theme seeing how Carter loves dinosaurs. He talked about his dinosaur party for weeks..I guess that was my mistake for mentioning it to him.
The famous "Dinosaur cake"!
Make a wish!

Daddy and Carter opening presents! More dinosaurs! I think we might have every dinosaur toy possible.
Oh and we can't forget Thomas the Train!

Ok, I tried to be creative sticking this guy by the cake and pizza!
The "all about Carter" table!
Carter's big gift from Al and I. Ever since we got the sandbox, only a rainy day will keep Carter out of it.
One real ladies man if you ask me!
Jasmine and Noel
Carter looking devious with his balloon.
Cousin Aidan

Nana Bev and John
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