5 months old

It is hard to imagine that Hank is already 5 months old. He's turning into such a big boy! While he's getting increasingly interested in his toys and environment, he still loves to snuggle with us. He will sit in my lap and read stories with me now, which I love. He eats rice cereal and some first baby foods every day now (bananas are favorites so far). He can already drink out of a sippy cup, and is working really hard on sitting up. He can sit independently for a few seconds before he tumbles over-won't be long now! He "talks" all day long, and seems to discover a new sound he can make almost everyday. Currently he's figured out how to squeal to get my attention. I'm introducing baby sign language to him now in hopes that he will be able to communicate through some simple signs in a few months. Next month we will be taking mommy and me swimming lessons to get ready for the pool this summer!

Here is a rundown of our current likes and dislikes...

Favorites at 5 months:

1. going places-he loves being out and about either in his stroller or in the baby bjorn. He's really turned into my little buddy, doing errands with me and "helping" me cook dinner

2. knocking blocks over

3. jumping in the "johnny jump up"

4. swinging in the park

5. blowing bubbles

6. peek-a-boo

7. eating his dinner in the highchair

8. blowing raspberries

9. looking in mirrors at himself

10. pulling mommy's hair

11. being naked

12. when daddy gets home from work everyday-he just starts giggling and grinning when he sees him walk in the door!

Not-so favorites at 5 months:
1. Getting dressed, and diaper changes

2. tummy time-we've made progress, but still not a desired activity

3. Getting his hands and face washed after he eats

4. When the sun is in his eyes on walks