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Category Archives: Life in Shanghai

5 Weeks

Life would really be perfect if I could just find a way to become a professional baby and cat snuggler. Seriously though, these moments are precious beyond words…   The cats are still watching Isla warily, and trying to figure out just what she is exactly. With wide eyes, they cautiously sniff her toes and...

Bath Time

Bath time… definitely not Isla’s favorite time of the day. No, in fact, I think I can say with complete confidence that baths are Isla’s least favorite activity. This kiddo prefers to remain clothed and dry. Since losing her umbilical cord we’ve been able to submerge her in the tub, which she tolerates a little...

Isla’s 1 month Check Up

Isla had her 1 month check up today and our little pumpkin has been growing like crazy! She now weighs 4.45 kg (9.8lbs) and is 56.5 cm long (22.2 inches). It’s amazing to think that in just one month she has gained well over 2 lbs and grown more than 2 inches! She’s measuring in...

Isla is 1 Month Old!

Our beautiful bright-eyed baby girl is one month old today! Where has the time gone?! It is truly hard to wrap our brains around the fact that it has been a full month since we welcomed Isla into the world. Although on the other hand, if feels like she has been with us for so...

Nana J

I’m feeling a bit blue today as my mom- Isla’s Nana J- flew home this morning. That saying is true; you never get too old to stop needing your mom. So, it’s been a tough day of fighting back the tears, but at the same time my heart is SO full from the time we...