Six Months New
Half a year. I seriously can't believe it. This has been the quickest six months of my life. Everyone warned me that time speeds up when you have children and they were not kidding. I've learned and loved more in these last months than I ever have and I am so incredibly grateful to be a mother to this little boy. He is absolutely perfect and I wouldn't have life any other way.
We have had quite the busy month. Harrison learned how to sit up on his own and I opened a business. Life is just so wonderful right now and even though there are some tough days I've never been happier. Happy half birthday little man! Here's to another amazing six months (and many, many more).
Likes:
Eating- H is really digging solid foods now. He's eager to eat and knows exactly what's coming when I strap him in his highchair. He bangs on the table when he wants more and opens up wide for each bite.
Yoga- Once a week we attend a Mommy and Me yoga class. He giggles and squeals for the whole class, and then takes a very nice nap.
Eating his toys- Especially the crinkly ones.
Attention- He has learned how to turn on the charm. He turns into a little ham when people are paying attention to him, and draws the attention right back when they stop.
Water- He's been playing a lot in the water this summer -splash park, bath, pool- and he loves it!
Singing- If you sing, he will stop crying. It's awesome. His main jam is The Itsy Bitsy Spider, but he's open to most genres.
Hair- He's more than happy to pull your hair and he is slightly obsessed with Dad's beard.
Dislikes:
He's sleeping for about 12 hours with no diaper changes or feedings! But, we do have to swoop in when his paci falls out at night before he has a meltdown (this is anywhere from 1-5 times a night).
Being bored
Schedule:
We are still on a pretty good schedule:
7ish- 8 oz bottle, hang out in bed and play/mom and dad drink coffee
9ish- Snack time! We have a fruit in the morning- his favorite right now is applesauce
10ish-Morning nap
12ish- 8 oz bottle, more playtime
2ish- Time for a veggie snack
3ish- Afternoon nap
4ish- 8 oz bottle
6ish-Bathtime/Wait for Dad to come home
7ish- 8 oz bottle
7:15ish- Bedtime
Features:
H is 17 lbs 10 oz and 27.25 inches long! His blonde hair is really coming in and he just keeps getting more handsome. He's starting to look like a little boy now, which is crazy.
Milestones:
-Sits unsupported
-Kisses with his mouth open
-Rolls to get places
-Makes new noises (different sounds, blows raspberries, pants)
-Holds his own bottle for short periods of time
Firsts:
-Fruit
-Dip in the pool
-Sitting in a shopping cart
Challenges:
Self soothing. We are struggling with this at night. I've heard a few different suggestions so we will be trying those out soon (nap time with no paci or put multiple pacis in his crib). Hopefully something works because I am dying for a full night's rest.
Thoughts:
Playing stay at home mommy has been so fun. I love taking him places and experiencing the new things he is learning and doing. I know my time at home is coming to an end as fall approaches, so I plan on spending the next three weeks packing in as many play-dates, zoo visits, and snuggle sessions as possible.
We have had quite the busy month. Harrison learned how to sit up on his own and I opened a business. Life is just so wonderful right now and even though there are some tough days I've never been happier. Happy half birthday little man! Here's to another amazing six months (and many, many more).
Likes:
Eating- H is really digging solid foods now. He's eager to eat and knows exactly what's coming when I strap him in his highchair. He bangs on the table when he wants more and opens up wide for each bite.
Yoga- Once a week we attend a Mommy and Me yoga class. He giggles and squeals for the whole class, and then takes a very nice nap.
Eating his toys- Especially the crinkly ones.
Attention- He has learned how to turn on the charm. He turns into a little ham when people are paying attention to him, and draws the attention right back when they stop.
Water- He's been playing a lot in the water this summer -splash park, bath, pool- and he loves it!
Singing- If you sing, he will stop crying. It's awesome. His main jam is The Itsy Bitsy Spider, but he's open to most genres.
Hair- He's more than happy to pull your hair and he is slightly obsessed with Dad's beard.
Dislikes:
He's sleeping for about 12 hours with no diaper changes or feedings! But, we do have to swoop in when his paci falls out at night before he has a meltdown (this is anywhere from 1-5 times a night).
Being bored
Schedule:
We are still on a pretty good schedule:
7ish- 8 oz bottle, hang out in bed and play/mom and dad drink coffee
9ish- Snack time! We have a fruit in the morning- his favorite right now is applesauce
10ish-Morning nap
12ish- 8 oz bottle, more playtime
2ish- Time for a veggie snack
3ish- Afternoon nap
4ish- 8 oz bottle
6ish-Bathtime/Wait for Dad to come home
7ish- 8 oz bottle
7:15ish- Bedtime
Features:
H is 17 lbs 10 oz and 27.25 inches long! His blonde hair is really coming in and he just keeps getting more handsome. He's starting to look like a little boy now, which is crazy.
Milestones:
-Sits unsupported
-Kisses with his mouth open
-Rolls to get places
-Makes new noises (different sounds, blows raspberries, pants)
-Holds his own bottle for short periods of time
Firsts:
-Fruit
-Dip in the pool
-Sitting in a shopping cart
Challenges:
Self soothing. We are struggling with this at night. I've heard a few different suggestions so we will be trying those out soon (nap time with no paci or put multiple pacis in his crib). Hopefully something works because I am dying for a full night's rest.
Thoughts:
Playing stay at home mommy has been so fun. I love taking him places and experiencing the new things he is learning and doing. I know my time at home is coming to an end as fall approaches, so I plan on spending the next three weeks packing in as many play-dates, zoo visits, and snuggle sessions as possible.
