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An intrepid little adventurer
Posted on August 27, 2010 - by Bradley Hebdon
Whether it be indoors, outdoors, on tile or wood, Natalie is now on the move and bravely exploring where no baby has gone before. Fortunately she has Max and Coco has her trusty sidekicks, and her ever-present-hovering parents who have developed reflexes that rival Spiderman’s.
Trying to eat a little snack (Video)
Posted on August 17, 2010 - by Bradley Hebdon
Natalie loves these little “graduates” snacks. They’re pretty bland, and they teach hand-eye co-ordination and chewing 101. She’s improving each day, leaving fewer and fewer on her clothes/floor/etc.
Playing in the sand (Video)
Posted on August 17, 2010 - by Bradley Hebdon
We took Natalie to the playground on Park in Belmont Shores, and let her play around in the sandpit.
Natalie loving to crawl (Video)
Posted on August 17, 2010 - by Bradley Hebdon
Natalie is now really getting a kick out of crawling; evident by her continuous grin as she moves from A to B. She’s now an intrepid 8 month old adventurer.
Confident little Crawler
Posted on July 23, 2010 - by Bradley Hebdon
At 7 and a half months, Natalie is gaining confidence in her new found mobility. Whether it be wriggling around the floor, crawling or taking a few steps (assisted), she’s taking great pride in her abilities.
Natalie plays her “baby grand”
Posted on June 25, 2010 - by Bradley Hebdon
Natalie really gets a thrill out of playing her little piano. We get the feeling she’ll be putting a lot of miles on these keys… no doubt in preparation for the real thing!
Happy Fathers Day!
Posted on June 20, 2010 - by Bradley Hebdon
Natalie shows her appreciation by grabbing my glasses – and every thing else for that matter. At 6 months old, she’s now reaching and grabbing everything in sight… definitely keeping us on our toes.
Linda and Em drop by
Posted on June 20, 2010 - by Bradley Hebdon
Linda and Em drop by for a visit and we hung out in the garden for some English tea. Thanks to Em for the cute little outfit… Natalie will be sure to make great use of it come “crawl time”.
A little book worm
Posted on June 20, 2010 - by Bradley Hebdon
At 6 months old, Natalie is really taking a liking to her books. One of her favorites is “Good Morning Sunshine!” by Barbara Cratzius and Ute Thonissen, which she’s analyzing below. When she’s not reading, she takes a rest-bite.
Max decides to kill Natalie’s toy dog (Video)
Posted on June 14, 2010 - by Bradley Hebdon
I guess this is what you get when you decide to turn on a toy dog. “Turn on” referring to both the act of inserting batteries, and attacking the defenseless. The debate continues…. whose toy is it really: Max’s or Natalie’s.
The feeding frenzy
Posted on May 27, 2010 - by Bradley Hebdon
Natalie is really loving her “solids” now.. especially carrots and squash. Peas, not so much.. big surprise there! We’ve been trying a couple of different foods, the Gerber organic variety, and Good Earth. Both of these seem to be of the healthier brands; without the sugar, salt and starch that a lot do have added to them.
Aunt Kim and uncle Garrick
Posted on May 27, 2010 - by Bradley Hebdon
Natalie flanked by her favorite aunt and uncle.
And we have lift off… (Video)
Posted on May 27, 2010 - by Bradley Hebdon
Natalie really loves her new jumper. Turns out to be the perfect workout/activity, considering she’s always wanting to stand anyway. Those strong little legs.. we’re going to have to keep an eye on her or she might enter a low orbit.
Natalie in her tutu (Video)
Posted on May 27, 2010 - by Bradley Hebdon
Natalie really loved her tutu! Eating, flopping, shaking, pulling, ruffling… the only thing she didn’t do was take it for a spin on the dance floor. Now that will have to wait for a year or so… and might very include a pair of mom’s high-heals.
Sleeping beauty
Posted on May 25, 2010 - by Bradley Hebdon
Natalie in her crib sleeping beautifully. At 5 months old, it’s her gift to us. Now if she can only get over her to-the-minute, 2 AM shout-out for her misplaced pacifier. Oh well, beggars can’t be choosers.
Au naturel, chubby, and loving it
Posted on May 14, 2010 - by Bradley Hebdon
A cherubic chubby Natalie goes “au naturel” and does some posing on the bed. At nearly 5 months old here, she shows off her rolls. Can’t say I blame her.. can’t be much fun being wrapped up in smelly diapers all day.
Born to pose
Posted on May 14, 2010 - by Bradley Hebdon
Is posiing in the genes? Either way, Denise and Natalie strike a few poses together. Natalie is wearing a cute little tutu designed by Julie, which by Natalie’s reaction, didn’t taste too bad either. 
Her Highness in her Highchair (Video)
Posted on April 19, 2010 - by Bradley Hebdon
Natalie tries out her highchair and watches over her domain. While getting used to her new vantage point, she also figures out the mechanics of “spoon entering mouth”, and takes satisfaction with the subsequent sloppiness. It’s good to be queen and full.
Natalie meets Linda and the Pugs
Posted on April 11, 2010 - by Bradley Hebdon
Linda and her chunky pugs come over to visit chunky Natalie. Apparently Linda got the message that dress was casual stripes. These photos were shot in our little back garden.
Loving the swing at the playground (Video)
Posted on April 11, 2010 - by Bradley Hebdon
Natalie can’t get enough of the swing at the playground!
Trying out food for the first time (Video)
Posted on April 10, 2010 - by Bradley Hebdon
After getting her 4 month checkup, the doc said we should try introducing baby rice cereal into her diet. And so for the first time, Natalie tries out solid food. Can’t say it’s love at first taste– it looks like we’re going to have to ease her into this one. Notice how the spoon acts as a magnet as it repels her away from itself.
Oh, and while on the topic of food – she weighed in at 15 lbs 12 ounces. That translates to her being heavier than 95% of other 4 month old baby girls.
Natalie’s first Vacation. Destination: San Diego
Posted on April 5, 2010 - by Bradley Hebdon
Our first family vacation with Natalie (outside the womb). We headed down to a resort called Paradise Point in San Diego and met up with Julie, Lee, Coby and Ava. It turned out to be a beautiful Easter weekend with the rain holding until we left.
Nearly 4 months old and advancing
Posted on March 31, 2010 - by Bradley Hebdon
At nearly 4 months old now, Natalie is more comfortable on her tummy, and is also starting to grab anything put in front of her. And yes, her appetite is still healthy as you can tell by her now chubby cheeks.
Natalie and Ava Posing together
Posted on March 31, 2010 - by Bradley Hebdon
Ava and Natalie do some posing together. Two girls and one dog loving the camera.
Visiting Uncle Garrick, Baxtor the cat and the fish
Posted on March 21, 2010 - by Bradley Hebdon
Natalie visits uncle Garrick’s place and is welcomed by the typically relentlessly curious Baxtor the cat. As expected, Natalie’s curiosity for the aquarium and the fish came to light instantly. Her obsession for fish will no doubt continue, but we’ll see how she responds to Baxtor next time around.
Natalie works out in her Baby Gym
Posted on March 20, 2010 - by Bradley Hebdon
Natalie has really been enjoying her excercise in her Baby Gym. It seems like it’s definitely improving her hand-eye cordination and is also a great way to keep her from getting bored with the various-sound activated toys attached to it. For details, check it out here: Bright Starts Pink Pretty in Pink Supreme Play Gym
Natalie meet Daryl and the rocking giraffe
Posted on March 20, 2010 - by Bradley Hebdon
Daryl meet Natalie. Natalie meet Daryl and the rocking Giraffe. Max and Coco meet Giraffe. Giraffe meet Mom, Dad, Natalie, Max and Coco. Looks like Natalie already loves it, but will have to wait until 12 months old to ride it by herself. Thanks uncle Daryl!
Grandma & Natalie do some catching up
Posted on March 20, 2010 - by Bradley Hebdon
Grandma and Natalie doing some catching up after Grandma’s dose of flu. It’s been a terrible flu season this year, and while I dodged it (thanks to the flu shot), Denise came down with it. And so the efforts of late have been focused around Natalie not getting sick.
Sleepy head, Royal Napper
Posted on March 20, 2010 - by Bradley Hebdon
Sleepy Natalie preparing for a royal nap. Her cozy Sleep-Sack
Trying to talk (Video)
Posted on March 16, 2010 - by Bradley Hebdon
Natalie tries to talk in her swing. Seems like she’s trying to explain what she’s looking at. Either way, at just over 3 months old, she’s really started to become a lot more vocal. (Not counting the usual quota of crying.)
