Graham is a great baby. That sounds funny to say because all babies are great, right? But he really is a GREAT baby. He sleeps well, like 11-12 hours a night, well. His naps are long too. He's so smiley. Almost every time I look at him, he's smiling. He's so quiet, he rarely makes any sounds, crying included. He's content rolling around on the ground, snuggling in my lap or watching his brothers and sister play. He really enjoys when they take the time to play with him too. Graham also lights up when he sees his daddy. Chris loves to lay on the ground next to Graham and play with him. They both like it actually:) He's just such a lovable and easy going baby. Being in his company soothes my soul. He makes me feel like I'm getting the hang of this mothering thing. I love that when he is upset, he calms down quickly when I pick him up. Also, when he lays his head down and snuggles into my neck. I can hear him breathing and it makes me smile. Lila and Calvin love to play with Graham and are proficient at soothing him and making him laugh. Lila sings to him and he becomes still and stares at her with a smile on his face. Calvin loves to get really close to Graham's face or tickle his tummy. Both result in Graham laughing. It's joyous to see my kids playing and enjoying each others' company. I can see their love for each other by the way they spend time together and how they talk about each other. Life is just perfect right now:)
Graham has his two bottom teeth coming in together. You can see them when he smiles big. He's been rolling over since 3 1/2 months and is now rolling all over the place. He has even started scooting a little. He has also started eating rice cereal. He didn't seem to like it at first but now is fine eating it. He also plays with some toys. His development has been exciting to watch.
Here's a video from when Graham first started rolling over. He was between 3 and 4 months.
Here's a video of Graham eating rice cereal for the first time.
4 month stats:
Height- 24 3/4 inches (55th %)
Weight- 15 lb 2 oz (42nd %)
Head Circumference- 41.5 cm (84th %)
6 month stats:
Height- 27 inches (66th %)
Weight- 17 lb 11 oz (54th %)
Head Circumference- 44 cm (71st %)
We love our Graham more and more each day. He has added so much love to our family and we would not be the same without him. I would not be the same without any of my children. I'm so grateful to be their mom. I feel blessed to stay home with them and spend my time with them. They have brought so much joy into my life. They give me unconditional love, forgive my shortcomings, help me to be better. We laugh together, cry together, eat together, play together, work together, learn together, and relax together. This is what life is all about and I love it!
Here's pics of sweet Graham:
