Growing by Two Tiny Feet: Month Two Must-Haves

Well, we've made it through month two (and then some)! It has not been an easy two months, but I think we're starting to get into a bit of a groove. (Read about it in the Two Month post.) Baby Tuna grows and changes every day and continues to amaze us. Here's some of the things that made Month Two a little easier.

1. Baby Jogger City Mini GT: I love this stroller! It turns on a dime, folds in half with the pull of one strap, and rolls easily over the lousy uneven sidewalks in our neighborhood. The best part, it easily fits in the back of my VW Rabbit...with room to spare, which isn't true of other strollers. It is a splurge, yes, but will last as she grows and can go pretty much anywhere.

2. Jaques the Peacock: This is one of Baby Tuna's favorite toys during tummy time. His colors catch her eye, he has crinkly wings and a squeaky spot that drives Scout bananas, and Z will babble to him while she tries to roll over. We also have the firefly, but if it were up to me, we'd have the entire collection. They are so cute!

3. Snugabunny Swing: Baby Z wasn't completely sold on this swing when we first got it, and it doesn't calm her when she's fussy like it does many other babies, but she does nap nicely in it during the day. She will also hang out in the swing, happily gazing up at herself in the little mirror, when I need to take a potty break or prepare a bottle. It swings a little "aggressively" for my taste, but we hang a blanket off the edge and it slows down nicely.

4. Whale of a Tub: Baby Tuna loves her baths these days, and has even started kicking and splashing (early training for the Summer Olympics 2030). It fits nicely on the kitchen counter and has a little booty bumper to keep the kiddo in place. It also comes with a cute orange fishy cup that is perfect for rinsing out the shampoo. (Thanks Auntie Susan!!)

5. Medela Pump In Style Advanced: I never thought I'd end up even needing a pump, but now that I am pumping exclusively (more on that later), this puppy is getting a ton of use. It comes with a nifty little cooler and a bag to carry the pump, cooler, and all the pieces parts when we travel. Worth the money if you plan to do a lot of pumping.

6. Olivia: Who doesn't love that sassy little pig?!

7. Avent Natural Bottles: We originally purchased these bottles to help lower the chances of the dreaded nipple confusion when I was still nursing. It must have worked, cuz we never had a problem with that. The best part is that they are easy to clean since they don't have a zillion little parts.

8. Very Hungry Caterpillar Rattle: Baby Tuna love loves the Very Hungry Caterpillar! The book is one of her faves and so is this rattle. Plus, it's way cute!

9. Jack Johnson: I first discovered Jack Johnson a hundred years ago when I first heard Brushfire Fairytales. My love for him remains pure and true to this day. I celebrate the man's entire catalog. (Yep. I just rocked your world with an Office Space reference) So what's he doing on our must-haves list? Well, he is one of our go-tos for calming the babe when she's gone truly bonkers. She also falls asleep to his music from time to time. We try to mix it up when it comes to music, but the babe and I could listen to Jack all day long. Some of Zoey's other favorites for calming/sleep time are Norah Jones, Iron & Wine, and the Pandora Lullaby station. She also digs the Pandora Raffi station during playtime.

And with all of that out of the way, here's a bit of what you all came for: