5 months

Henry is 5 months old today! He is developing more of a personality every single day. We love watching him grow and change--he's such a big boy now. He loves to smile and laugh. He really responds well to silly faces and funny songs. He still loves his daily walks in the stroller or carrier and this is becoming easier now that the weather is warm. He has finally embraced the concept of "tummy time" and will occasionally roll over in both directions. He can sit up on his own for a short period of time, but still slumps forward or to the side after a bit. He loves to "stand"--he'll hold on to something and lean. I think he enjoys seeing the world from different perspectives and he lets us know when he's ready for a new view!

This past Sunday was also my first official Mother's Day. Henry and Mark were so sweet. They bought me a beautiful necklace! It was nice to be in Michigan for Mother's Day so we could spend time with my mom as well.

This past weekend Henry visited his grandma and grandpa in Michigan. He had many babysitters while we all attended our friends' wedding. He was a good boy and had his longest stretch of sleep yet-10 hours in a row!

He is doing better all the time at sleeping at night. He usually goes anywhere from 6-8 hours in a row and has even had a few nights without a night feeding. Naps are a whole other story...

Henry's first Easter

Henry enjoyed his trip to Ohio for Easter. He had a great time visiting Stu, Tutu, Omi, Opi, Matt, Ryan, Shannon, Brennan, and Quinn! Although he didn't get any candy this year, he did have fun dressing up in some festive holiday wear. Tutu also fed him his rice cereal.

Two big milestones

Henry tried rice cereal for the first time on Sunday (4 months and 1 week). He liked it although it was very messy! Daddy did a great job feeding him. This morning I had a big surprise when the boy who hates tummy time rolled from his tummy to his back (left). He has done it about 10 times today. Hopefully he'll perform when Mark gets home tonight. This weekend we're all headed to Cleveland to visit family and to celebrate Easter. He hasn't seen many of his cousins and aunts and uncles since he was 5 weeks old. Won't they be surprised to see his new tricks!

Henry is 4 months old!

Henry is now 4 months old! He is getting a little better at tummy time; he now sticks his butt in the air and flops it to one side. He is very strong and supports some of his weight on his legs when he's held upright. He loves to squeal, scream, coo. Sometimes he says words, although it's fun, we know it's not intentional. We've heard "gooey" and tonight I thought he said "big boy" but Mark thought it was "good night". He loves to spend time in his exersaucer, Bumbo chair, and under his two play mats. He smiles and laughs all the time and he constantly makes us do the same!

Now that the weather is nicer our family walks are getting longer. Henry loves to ride in his stroller and carrier. On Saturday I spent my first night away from him and Mark worked his baby magic--Henry slept 8 hours straight. Last night he slept 6 hours straight in his crib. Those nights when we all get sleep are really wonderful!

On Saturday morning Henry met some other babies--Jackson, James, Grady, and Aiden. He was so excited to be the oldest and biggest boy in the group.

On Thursday night He will go to the doctor for his 4 month check up. Unfortunately that means more shots. We're excited to see how big Henry has become!

3.5 months

Henry is so active now! He has been "spinning" in his crib. Mark found in him facing the opposite direction last night. At least he didn't wake himself up! Recently he has been rolling all the way to his left side and back again repeatedly. It won't be long before he is rolling over! He is more vocal every day--talking to us with his high pitched squeals. He is a happy boy and especially likes to smile and laugh in the morning.

He's had a cold for the past week and a half but we think he's almost better!

3 months

Henry has hit the "magical" 3 month milestone. He is now smiling more, laughing, batting at toys, and going a little longer between feedings. Feeding him is still a full time job, though, because he is a hungry little guy. We just got home from a great trip to Michigan and Florida. Henry met many family members in Michigan, including his Great Grandpa! In Florida, Henry got to go to the beach and even went "swimming" in the Gulf of Mexico and the pool! He loved being a "nudie boy" and had a great time listening to Grandma sing "Underneath the Bamboo Tree". Grandpa kept trying to get his piggies, too! Henry sure misses the sunny, warm weather. We do too!

Henry is sleeping for longer stretches at night and has slept 7 or more hours in a row a few times. Of course, there are good nights and not so good nights. He is a happy guy and we sure feel lucky!

2 months

Henry is now 10 weeks old. Last night he had his two month appointment (even though he was one week past that mark). He did not enjoy getting those shots; I didn't either! He is really growing and we're so proud of him. He is now in the 25th percentile for weight at 11 lbs. 2 oz. He is 22.5 inches long which puts him between the 25th and 50th percentile. His head circumference is 39 cm which puts him between the 25th and 50th percentile.

He rolled over from his tummy to back a few weeks ago. He is smiling and cooing more and starting to be interested in toys. He has "slept through the night" a few times in the past few weeks but it isn't consistent yet.

Next week we're going to Michigan so Henry can meet more of his family. After that we're headed to Florida for some nice sunny weather!