Today my little bundle of pudge turns 6 months. Hard to believe we are half-way through her first year of life. I thought about dressing her up, making a little princess crown and taking her out on the town. Then I thought about the diapers, formula, warm water, blankets and baby food I would have to bring. Started to look less likely. Don’t forget the safety harness and restraining devices for her brother. Second thought, a nice quiet pajama day at home it is.
Each one of our kids was so different at this age. At least I think so. It’s getting harder to remember, well…anything really. I know that each one of the kids is very content and happy, but I don’t think any of them were quite as jovial as her. Even with her Diva flare-ups she is the most cheerful baby around. So here is Butterball in a nutshell at age 6 months.
Likes (aka Things that don’t make her scream)
- Eye contact
- Playing upside down baby
- Balancing on dad’s hand
- Getting naked (as her dad says, the boys are going to love her)
- Chewing on her toes
- Touching tags and fabric
- Falling to sleep with her music box playing
- Her bottle (especially at 2am)
- Her food, but only warm
- Playing with her brother
- Grabbing the dog
- Pulling on hair
- Getting her ears cleaned
- Watching mom ‘run’ on the treadmill (unfortunately)
Dislikes (aka Things that make her scream)
- Waiting more than 1.7 seconds for her bottle
- Cold baby food
- Poo in her pants (although putting it there ranks on her like list)
- Not having constant eye contact
- Getting into pajamas
- Buckling into the car seat
- Face washing
- Watching other people enjoy their dinner
- Chatterbox babysitting
- Wind in her face
- Cold air in her face
- Tummy time
- Anything productive being done around the house while she is awake
