Continued from The Sixth Month Pt.1
By the end of this month your baby...
...may possibly be able to:
Stand holding onto someone or something - Check, he's still wobbly when he's holding on to anything but our hands.
Feed self a cracker - Check, just substitute mum mum for cracker
Object if you take toy away - I'm not sure, he just finds something else to do if we take a toy away.
Work to get a toy our of reach - Check
Pass a cube or other object from one hand to another - Check
Look for a dropped object - Check, he throws everything off his exersaucer.
Rake a raisin and pick it up in fist - Check, except replace raisin with Cheerio
Turn in the direction of a voice - Check, for like a hundred years.
Babble, combining vowel consonant sounds - No, he prefers to screech and squeal.
...may even be able to
Pull up to standing position from sitting - Not without a bunch of help, he tries though.
Get into a sitting position from tummy - Nope
Pick up tiny object with any part of thumb and finger - Check, but not regularly
Say Mama or Dada indiscriminately - I've heard him say "mum", but unfortunately not yet!
So it looks like he's pretty on par, and we have many things to practice for the end of the month.
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Tuesday, August 31, 2010
The Sixth Month Pt. 1
One of my fellow whattoexpect.com mommies is an avid blogger, she so kindly Ok'd the thievery of this blog idea.
When I found out I was pregnant via pee stick the first thing I did even before making a doctors appointment or telling our families was drive down to my local book store and buy the book What To Expect When You're Expecting. The book stayed at my bedside and became my bible over the 9 months I was pregnant.
Of course once Monster was born I would I turn to the pages within What to Expect in the First Year as my reference and monthly checklist.
I've decided to post Monster's progress monthly. Each month is separated into categories as follows:
By the end of this month, your baby...
...Should be able to:
Keep head level with body when pulled to sitting - Check, he's been able to do this for (at least two) months.
Say ah-goo or other vowel-consonant combinations - Check, Monster talks 90% of the day.
...will probably be able to:
Bear some weight on legs when held up-right - Check, for at least two months now.
Sit without support - Check, for just over a month
To be continued...
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When I found out I was pregnant via pee stick the first thing I did even before making a doctors appointment or telling our families was drive down to my local book store and buy the book What To Expect When You're Expecting. The book stayed at my bedside and became my bible over the 9 months I was pregnant.
Of course once Monster was born I would I turn to the pages within What to Expect in the First Year as my reference and monthly checklist.
I've decided to post Monster's progress monthly. Each month is separated into categories as follows:
By the end of this month, your baby...
...Should be able to:
Keep head level with body when pulled to sitting - Check, he's been able to do this for (at least two) months.
Say ah-goo or other vowel-consonant combinations - Check, Monster talks 90% of the day.
...will probably be able to:
Bear some weight on legs when held up-right - Check, for at least two months now.
Sit without support - Check, for just over a month
To be continued...
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Sunday, August 29, 2010
Review: 5 Months
Monster is coming up on his 6 month-iversary and with that comes a whole new set of milestones and experiences.
Despite my excitement, I have to admit that so far the 5th month has been my favorite (if I had to pick one)!
Monster has changed so drastically since his birth, and since he is my first child every little change and milestone reached is a cause for celebration.
In the 5th month Monster has a wide variety of foods he enjoys (moan worthy enjoyment) eating. Mostly fruits and veggies, some cereals, and a couple different finger foods.
His favorite way to play is sitting on the floor (on his own) and smacking his toys on the floor, or throwing toys off his exersaucer and onto our cats head.
My comedians newest fascination is with his own voice. Each morning I am greeted with an endless stream if screams and screeches between the most handsome smiles and giggles. Hubbs and I swear we've heard a couple words amongst his screeches, like "hi", "hey", and "mum". However I'm not sure he even knows what or how he did it.
Every single month I greet with sheer joy knowing it holds new things for our family and little Monster.
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Despite my excitement, I have to admit that so far the 5th month has been my favorite (if I had to pick one)!
Monster has changed so drastically since his birth, and since he is my first child every little change and milestone reached is a cause for celebration.
In the 5th month Monster has a wide variety of foods he enjoys (moan worthy enjoyment) eating. Mostly fruits and veggies, some cereals, and a couple different finger foods.
His favorite way to play is sitting on the floor (on his own) and smacking his toys on the floor, or throwing toys off his exersaucer and onto our cats head.
My comedians newest fascination is with his own voice. Each morning I am greeted with an endless stream if screams and screeches between the most handsome smiles and giggles. Hubbs and I swear we've heard a couple words amongst his screeches, like "hi", "hey", and "mum". However I'm not sure he even knows what or how he did it.
Every single month I greet with sheer joy knowing it holds new things for our family and little Monster.
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Graveyard Transitions
I'm alive! I promise!
In an attempt at making the eventual transition of my return to work easier Hubbs has changed to graveyard shift.
Graveyard shift will be the best option for our working family because I plan on getting a day job. It is essential to me that one of us is Monster's primary care giver so that we see his infant milestones being reached. Not that we don't have many enthusiastic people lined up to relieve us of our parenting duties...
So far everything during the transition has been good, it's been fairly easy on everyone concerned. The only thing that's been taken away from me is my computer time (Computer is located in the bedroom and Hubbs routine is to sleep in the evening) for blog editing. Humph, small sacrifices.
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In an attempt at making the eventual transition of my return to work easier Hubbs has changed to graveyard shift.
Graveyard shift will be the best option for our working family because I plan on getting a day job. It is essential to me that one of us is Monster's primary care giver so that we see his infant milestones being reached. Not that we don't have many enthusiastic people lined up to relieve us of our parenting duties...
So far everything during the transition has been good, it's been fairly easy on everyone concerned. The only thing that's been taken away from me is my computer time (Computer is located in the bedroom and Hubbs routine is to sleep in the evening) for blog editing. Humph, small sacrifices.
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Tuesday, August 24, 2010
Genes (Looks Vs. Personality)
Every single day Monster changes. His looks, his personality, his size never stay the same for long.
It's really no surprise to me when someone says "Holy he looks just like his dad!" or "Wow, Darryl Mini-Me!" because trust me, I see it too. Those genes are just too strong to deny. Even so, anyone who knows me well can see that Monsters personality is very similar to mine.
Once a bedtime routine was firmly planted into his day, and into his mind it is something that needs to be followed. One can chalk that up to an infants need for structure, and not just a personality trait passed down for his mommy but there are other things to support my theory.
When I am frustrated and on the verge of a meltdown I need to be alone. I need to retreat to my bedroom for about 10 minutes to focus on what the hell is the matter with me before I say or do something I will regret. Monster is already showing signs of following my foot steps.
As soon as he gets frustrated for one reason or another, simply lying him in his crib with the mobile going will calm him almost instantly. Sure enough when we collect him 10 minutes later he is all smiles and belly laughs.
Things might not also be this way for him, but it is ok with me if he continues to look like his daddy; but act like his mommy... As long as he ends up with his daddy's amazing sense of humor.
When it comes to infant personality development, only time will tell!
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It's really no surprise to me when someone says "Holy he looks just like his dad!" or "Wow, Darryl Mini-Me!" because trust me, I see it too. Those genes are just too strong to deny. Even so, anyone who knows me well can see that Monsters personality is very similar to mine.
Once a bedtime routine was firmly planted into his day, and into his mind it is something that needs to be followed. One can chalk that up to an infants need for structure, and not just a personality trait passed down for his mommy but there are other things to support my theory.
When I am frustrated and on the verge of a meltdown I need to be alone. I need to retreat to my bedroom for about 10 minutes to focus on what the hell is the matter with me before I say or do something I will regret. Monster is already showing signs of following my foot steps.
As soon as he gets frustrated for one reason or another, simply lying him in his crib with the mobile going will calm him almost instantly. Sure enough when we collect him 10 minutes later he is all smiles and belly laughs.
Things might not also be this way for him, but it is ok with me if he continues to look like his daddy; but act like his mommy... As long as he ends up with his daddy's amazing sense of humor.
When it comes to infant personality development, only time will tell!
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Sunday, August 22, 2010
The Beginning
I'm new to the whole blogging universe. My blogging career started over at whattoexpect.com when I first became a member back in September(?) 2009.
That blog was primarily about my joys during pregnancy, and I didn't write very often. When I discovered blogger.com I was overjoyed with the different templates and color options. Therefor my loyalties switched (just for blogging, I still love WTE with my whole heart!).
I've recently had a couple friends mention my blog to me, and had the great pleasure of hearing they enjoyed reading it. I will admit, I grin like a moron for 2 days after hearing that. I gush when I see I have a blog comment because it makes me feel like I'm doing this for more then myself.
I started the blog with two things in mind, 1. That I had a place to keep my thoughts and ideas about the only thing in this world I know more about then anyone else; my child(ren) and 2. That this would someday be printed and kept for my child(ren) to read if they were ever interested.
From day one I never knew what I "wanted to be when I grew up" but I always knew I would become a wife and mother. If those are the only titles I will ever formally hold, I will still have lead a fulfilling and happy life. Thank you to those of you who read about my war stories along the way! :)
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That blog was primarily about my joys during pregnancy, and I didn't write very often. When I discovered blogger.com I was overjoyed with the different templates and color options. Therefor my loyalties switched (just for blogging, I still love WTE with my whole heart!).
I've recently had a couple friends mention my blog to me, and had the great pleasure of hearing they enjoyed reading it. I will admit, I grin like a moron for 2 days after hearing that. I gush when I see I have a blog comment because it makes me feel like I'm doing this for more then myself.
I started the blog with two things in mind, 1. That I had a place to keep my thoughts and ideas about the only thing in this world I know more about then anyone else; my child(ren) and 2. That this would someday be printed and kept for my child(ren) to read if they were ever interested.
From day one I never knew what I "wanted to be when I grew up" but I always knew I would become a wife and mother. If those are the only titles I will ever formally hold, I will still have lead a fulfilling and happy life. Thank you to those of you who read about my war stories along the way! :)
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Friday Golf Adventure
My Hubbs recently added Golf to his ridiculously long list of hobbies. He got a set of clubs from Monster and I for Father's Day and hasn't looked back since.
On Friday Hubbs made plans with Uncle Slim, Chop Stewy, Monster and I to go to a local golf course for 9 holes. I'm not much of a golf enthusiast, and I don't see much hope in me becoming a decent golfer because of my massive boobs. Needless to stay, I pushed Monster in his stroller and score kept while the guys played.
We were at the course for about two hours and I am proud to say that Monster was a perfect angel! He spent most of his the smile and talking to his toys. We had a much deserved Cheerio snack break around the 7th hole.
The golf course is full of hills and steep climbs (most are) so I definitely got some good exercise pushing Monster around for 2 hours. (It made me feel less guilty for over indulging in Birthday cake later that evening..)
Uncle Slim even tried to teach him some proper club handling technics. If my son is anything like my Hubbs they will make my bankrupt with all their hobbies!
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On Friday Hubbs made plans with Uncle Slim, Chop Stewy, Monster and I to go to a local golf course for 9 holes. I'm not much of a golf enthusiast, and I don't see much hope in me becoming a decent golfer because of my massive boobs. Needless to stay, I pushed Monster in his stroller and score kept while the guys played.
We were at the course for about two hours and I am proud to say that Monster was a perfect angel! He spent most of his the smile and talking to his toys. We had a much deserved Cheerio snack break around the 7th hole.
The golf course is full of hills and steep climbs (most are) so I definitely got some good exercise pushing Monster around for 2 hours. (It made me feel less guilty for over indulging in Birthday cake later that evening..)
Uncle Slim even tried to teach him some proper club handling technics. If my son is anything like my Hubbs they will make my bankrupt with all their hobbies!
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