High Chair and play mat

We have offically graduated to the high chair. Brooke was eating in her bumbo seat up until yesterday. She was trying to lean back and tip over in the seat and now she is strong enough. So, I started securely strapping her into the high chair for eating times. Thanks for Uncle Ryan and Aunt Kell for such a great high chair.
I stole the idea from my friend Lindsey to get a puzzle mat. It takes of tons of space on the wood floor and it provides an extra cushion. Brooke is now sitting up really well, but will fall to the side if she reaches for a toy. This mat will also be great when she starts crawling. We used to put a big blanket/quilt on the wood floors for her to play. This is a definite upgrade. AND, another big plus, the dogs don't have any deisre to chew on it.
Lastly, we are amazed at how loud Brooke can be. She is such a happy baby, but it is a LOUD happy. When I'm talking on the phone people are shocked at how loud she is in the background. I have been tempted to start wearing earplugs when she is in her jumparoo. She also seems to think it is a contest for who can be the loudest between her and the dogs. When they start barking she starts screaming. Stay tuned for a video of that.