Pre-school, nesting & activities

Ava's first two weeks in Ms. Rhonda's 3's class have been great.  She seems to be adjusting no problem.  We have been encountering some more challenging behavior at home; including a regression in potty training, defiance, and more tantrums.  I think some of it could be linked to my baby nesting mode.  I noticed when I wasn't as focused on the baby stuff, or talking about it as much, Ava's behavior improved.

We should be getting the girl's bedroom furniture in the next couple of weeks.  Just a tiny bit trim work for me to do in their room, and we are officially done with the home improvement checklist before Zoe arrives.  I have been sorting and organizing baby clothes, drawers, etc.  When Ava saw me unpack the Baby Einstein videos, she insisted on watching them.  Luckily, this only lasted for two days and I think she got it out of her system.  She will be quite the big sister, I'm sure.

Otherwise, we have officially wrapped up swim lessons for the summer.  Ava loved them, and made huge strides in her development since May.  She is now taking a weekly preschool ballet class with a couple of her friends.  She has been doing well.. still practicing on the listening.  We just started a new Saturday activity.. tap and acrobatics.  She did really well for her first time, and I think this will be a fun fall activity for her.  I have attached several videos of Ava in action.  Enjoy!