Jane: 5 Months

Jane is now 5 months old! Here is a little bit about her life:

Weight: We haven't had a doctor's appointment this month, but I'm guessing somewhere around 19 pounds!

Eating Habits: Still nursing every 2-3 hours during the day. She is getting more and more interested in what mommy is eating. I may not be able to put off starting her on solids for much longer!

Sleeping Habits: I joke that Jane is my little toddler- she only takes one hour long nap during the day and then one or two little 15 minute cat naps in the evening. She goes down for the night between 9 and 10pm and is now sleeping all the way until 6 or 7am without waking up! She nurses and then is back to sleep quickly, then wakes up for the day between 8 and 9.

Development: Baby Jane is constantly surprising us with her smarts. It seems like once she tries something, she is a pro! Jane is now rolling from back to belly, and belly to back! She makes her way around the room rolling around the room. I didn't realize she could do this and I set her on the activity mat while I got dressed in the other room. I came back a minute later and she was ten feet away with a little grin on her face! I had no idea how she got there until I saw her roll right on back. She has great coordination and can get anything within arms reach...and it usually makes its way right into her mouth.

Favorite Things to do: Janes LOVES being outside! We take a walk, or two, or ten, every single day. She is never fussy when she is outdoors. She loves to watch cars with Grumpa- it is their special little thing they do together!

I continue to feel so blessed with my little family. We have had a rough couple weeks tackling a pretty big family issue and I have felt a bit down. I find myself crying and then I just glance at Jane and all that pain so quickly falls away. This little ball of joy! Life seems so simple when she's around. I can't wait to see the little girl she will grow to be and to experience this little one making decisions, talking, and making friends!