Happy 8 months old to my sweet, little Andrew!! I am enjoying spending time with this boy more and more every day! It has been so fun to watch his little personality shine through, bringing many smiles and laughter. I am unsure of his weight this month, but by the way his clothes continue to shrink on him, I know he is growing!! We have moved into 9-12 month clothes now.
Andrew is sitting up completely on his own. He has learned how to play independently, which helps mommy throughout the day! He is completely content with sitting up on his own and laying on his back; However, he does not have any desire to be on his belly or get around by any means. We try to work on tummy time twice a day, helping him learn how to reach out for things and use his legs. He quickly becomes unhappy, so I have to do a good job distracting him with songs, fun toys and smiles.
Andrew is now on 2nd foods and eating like a champ. He has two teeth and will pretty much eat anything put in front of him. His new trick this month is learning how to pick up his puffs from his tray with his thumb and index fingers and getting it to his mouth! He looks so proud of himself every time we cheer to congratulate him on his victory! Speaking of victory, this mommy has finally learned what it takes for Andrew to sleep soundly for a long nap in the afternoons! This may sound like a small achievement, but it has helped our days together tremendously! Yay for Andrew!
Along with many achievements, we have had some tears this month. Andrew has officially learned about "strangers." Poor little guy has a tough time when going to Sunday school class or the Y for playtime. We've stopped the Y playtime for now, but are working on Sunday school class. He has so many sweet ladies wanting to love on him! We know it's just a phase and are willing to help him conquer this fear in due time.
Andrew has continued to love his blue blanket. He has become very attached to it. He has enjoyed many runs with mommy in our new neighborhood in addition to play dates with sweet friends from church. Andrew continues to brighten our lives! We cannot wait to see what God has in store for us next month!
Such the big boy!
Sporting Daddy's hat!
First sick visit to the doctor.
Lunch time in his highchair.
Still LOVES his jumperoo!
Andrew cannot wait for it to warm up outside!
Walks with mommy!
Happiness!
Smiling at his aunt Nenna while Facetiming.
The hospital may need our daddy at night, but we can still find a way to see him!
Working on our tummy time!
Happiness!
Hey Hey!
Andrew's new favorite pastime.
Playing independently! (Go Andrew!)
I could hold this angel forever!
Laughter with mommy!
Ready for the Oscars!
Another exciting addition to this month was the start of a new friendship with Henry Pearman. Our connection to Henry is that his dad is a doctor with David at Baptist. Henry gets to spend 3-4 days a week with us at our house! We have absolutely loved having him with us! I cannot wait to see this friendship grow and develop!
Celebrating their birthdays together! (Andrew- June 28, Henry- Sept 28)
First day together!
Andrew teaching Henry the ropes! :)
