8 Months

Little One,

You are not so little anymore. You are getting bigger each day both physically and developmentally. I continue to be amazed watching your little mind work as you play and try to figure things out. You are such a thinker and, if I had to guess, I think you will end up being quite analytical just like your daddy.

You are a happy baby most of the time and continue to be quite easy to manage. You are starting to develop a little bit of a stubborn streak, but that was to be expected with daddy and me as parents:).

Clothing Size: You are wearing mostly 6-12 months clothes, but some of them are becoming quite snug on you. You are wearing more of the 12-18 month clothes! The weather around here has been unseasonably cool, so hopefully it warms up a it so you can enjoy your Summer clothing.

Favorite Toys: You have officially given up all of your big infant/baby toys. The Boppy, the Bumbo, the bouncy seat, the swing, and even the Jumperoo are now in storage for the next baby. Your favorite thing to do is to stand up around the ottoman and watch us. You think you are quite big stuff when you do this. You also really enjoy your Leap Frog table and could play with it for a very long time without getting bored.

Favorite Activities: You really aren't doing anything too new since last month. You still like standing by the ottoman and standing by mommy and daddy. You also enjoy stroller rides, swimming, and doing anything that involves being outside. You also really enjoy going on the swings.

Other Milestones: I thought you would be crawling by now for sure! You roll around and "scooch" quite a bit, but you haven't figured out crawling yet. I am sure that as soon as you figure it out, you will be all over the place!

Favorite Food: You have officially weaned yourself from mommy. Right before you turned eight months old, you decided that you were done with nursing. This was ok with mommy as her supply was so low anyway. You typically have an 8 oz bottle when you wake up, a 6-7 oz bottle and jar of fruit around lunchtime, a 6-7 oz bottle and meat/fruit at dinner time, and a 7 oz bottle before bed. You also like trying new foods at the dinner table. You have tried blueberries, pizza, steak, green beans, ice cream, and other foods.

Number of Naps: You are doing better with being on a nap schedule. You still have days where your schedule changes, but overall, you are on a pretty good routine. Typically, you take one nap in the morning around 10:30 for about an hour or so, and then another nap in the afternoon around 1:30 for a couple of hours.

Bedtime Routine: Your bedtime routine is still really the same. Typically mommy or daddy gives you a bath and then mommy feeds you your last meal of the day. Sometimes we also read you a story. Mommy (and sometimes daddy) sings you a song and then either mommy or daddy puts you in your crib, tucked in your favorite blanket and with the sunshine on.

We also got a new puppy right before your 8th month birthday! You and Miss Lucy are going to become the best of friends. Miss Lucy would love on you all day if we allowed it. She loves to lick your feet, hands, and face. You don't like it when she licks your face, but you laugh when she licks your hands and feet. You also like watching her run around the house. Someday the two of you will be the best of friends!

LP, we are so in love with you! You always greet us with a smile and a laugh. You are the most lovable child and we are so happy to call you ours! We can't wait to see what the months ahead bring for you and we are so excited to watch you develop into a sweet little boy!

Love,

Mommy and Daddy