I cannot believe that 6 months have already passed. There have been so many changes already - so much faster than I could have imagined! He is practically a toddler (to me), moving quickly, interacting, and showing his preferences and opinions!
2 weeks old
I was looking through pictures last night from the last 6 months. It seems like yesterday and yet I can't imagine what life was like without our little munchkin. While tiring and trying at times, being at home with Grayson has been the best "job" I could imagine. I love getting to cuddle and play all day long and see each and every moment of growth. I couldn't trade it for anything!
Almost 6 months
Here's what's up:
Weight: (we'll see next week) - My guess is about 20 lbs, since he was 18 lb 14 oz at 5 months. Since he's become mobile, he's really "thinned" out though!
Height: (we'll see next week) - My guess is about 28-29 in., since he was 27 in at 5 months. Everyone comments on how big/long he is...I guess he takes after his mom and dad!
Clothes: He is in between 3-6 months and 6-9 month clothes. The 6-12 month size is still a bit big, but I'm sure it won't be long. (Sizes also vary so much between brands...)
Sleep: He goes to bed about 7:30 at night. He'll wake up about twice in the night to eat, but go right back to sleep in his crib. Within the past week, he's started taking great long naps! Usually 2 or so hours in the morning and then 2-3 more naps throughout the day from 20 min-1hr. It's been SO nice to get a nice long break to DO things!
Food: The boy loves to nurse! We've been able to only use my milk, which is great, and we made it through the first 6 months! I don't see either of us wanting/needing to stop anytime soon, so we'll keep going as long as we're both happy.
Trying his first taste of avocado
Since about 5 months, we've been trying out some new "solid" foods. So far he's had brown rice cereal, avocado, banana, and mango. We also throw some finger foods at him to keep him entertained, which he loves to play with, but not sure how much is actually eaten/swallowed. He's had veggie MumMums, toast, cheese quesadilla (LOVED sucking on that!), and even a small floret of broccoli (didn't eat any of it, but must like the taste!).
He almost always makes a face when he puts something in his mouth...pureed or whole foods...but then usually goes back for more. I guess it's just getting used to a new texture in his mouth and stronger tastes than he's used to.
Activities and Milestones: Grayson loves to move! If he's on the floor, he's probably scooting around to grab a toy (or dog toy), curtains, or tags. If he's being held, he's probably climbing up the back of the couch or trying to grab hair (even a ponytail or bun does NOT keep my hair safe). He enjoys his exersaucer, but doesn't like staying in as long now that he's mobile. He'll also sit in the bumbo or vibrating seat for a couple of minutes for me to do a quick task, but it's not long before he's trying to escape. He can sit up on his own and roll from his tummy to back, but hasn't mastered any other "transitions."
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A picnic at a nearby park just after 5 months
He loves being talked and sung to. He'll return almost any interaction with a huge smile or giggle. He also loves his Sing Over Me CD before each nap and bedtime or in the car. As soon as it's on, he's quiet and calm.
We've started sign language (well, I have), so we'll see how long it takes for him to respond. So far, we've done "mik", "more", "banana", and "all done." We also started attending an infant massage class each week this month. Grayson was as relaxed as could be and enjoyed every minute (as he should!).
I can't believe how fast he is learning, moving, and changing.
What I love:
- Making you laugh until you get the hiccups (you get that from me)
- Watching you move all over
- Sweet cuddles in the middle of the night - even though I'd die for a full nights sleep, the precious sleepy cuddles, I know, are fleeting moments
- Seeing you light up when daddy gets home from work
- Watching your reactions and expressions when you watch something new
- Seeing others delight in you as much as I do
- Your giggles when you watch/play with Shisa
- Your open mouth kisses
- Your gummy smile
- Your long, curly eyelashes
- Being your mama!
The next 6 months are going to be full of activity, travel, and changes for all of us, but I can't wait to see what's in store! What a blessing each day is for our little family!
