Owen,
Most moms think their kids grow up too fast and I’m no exception. But when you turned eight months I found myself wondering how in the world it has only been eight months. Because you are so much a part of my life and world and heart . . . and it seems like you always have been.
Here’s who you are at eight months:
- -You are eating 6-7 ounce bottles now.
- -You eat baby food like a pro. Some of your favorites are: Sweet potatoes, Apples, Bananas, and Blueberries.
- -You are almost sitting up on your own now. I think your record is about 30 seconds. We need to work on this.
- -You have absolutely no interest in crawling. You can roll to your back so fast that there is no keeping you in the tummy time position.
- -You will stand if we hold your hands.
- -You can push yourself backwards in your walker, but not forward.
- -You now laugh out loud all the time.
- -Despite my protest, you say “dada” all the time. Lets work on “mama”, ok?
- -You reach for people to hold you.
- -You love toys, but your Sophie the Giraffe is your favorite.
- -You still LOVE to jump.
- -You are now wearing 9-month outfits and are in Size 3 diapers.
- -You have a very consistent schedule these days. Naps are around 9 am, 12pm, and 4 pm. (Sleeping 45 minutes – 1 hour each time)
**And finally, Ladies and Gentlemen, I have saved the BEST for last**
- -YOU SLEEP THROUGH THE NIGHT! I put you down anywhere from 8-9pm and you wake up around 6am.
8 Month Stats:
Weight: 15.8 pounds 16 pounds
Length: 25 inches 26 1/2 inches
Eight months. In just eight months, I've experienced what seems like a lifetime of emotions. I get to care for, nurture and love you every day and that has brought me more joy than I know what to do with. I honestly don't know how I got so blessed. I know what I have is a gift and I pray that I never take it for granted. I love being a mom. I love being YOUR mom. And I love you, Owen Harris Maynord, so very, very much.
Love,
Your Mommy
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