Five Months Old

Having fun playing on her tummy and showing how strong she is getting

Emma always has to know what is going on all around her.

Five months old and getting taller by the day!

That is how mommy touched her tummy when Emma was inside...it is kinda looking like there is something in there. :)

Emma can't get enough of her feet. They are in her mouth all day long.

Sucking her thumb!!!

She has such a precious smile!

Grammy sent Emma this dress for Valentine's Day.

Today was Emma's five month birthday. I don't know exactly how much she weighs although I can guess it is about 16 1/2 pounds. She is growing quickly and changing even faster. Here are just a few of Emma's changes we have seen this month...

1. Emma now prefers to play on her tummy and has learned how to turn herself around in circles and scoot backwards.

2. She is a happy baby!!! There were weeks that we never thought we would be able to say that! She is easy and joyful with lots of smiles and giggles each day.

3. Emma wakes up from her naps and in the morning talking in her crib instead of screaming. This is a very welcomed change as she has learned to let us know she is there and then she waits instead of demanding immediate attention.

4. When Emma cries, it is for a reason. Gone are the days of crying without an identifiable reason. Another very welcomed change.

5. Emma has returned to sleeping through the night. After a 2 1/2 month run of horrible nights with the pacifier, Emma now wakes up and sucks her thumb! Independence is wonderful!

6. As I mentioned, Emma now exclusively sucks her thumb. It is very sweet.

7. The stroller and car seat are some of Emma's favorite places to be.

8. Emma now reaches for our faces while we are playing with her, feeding her or reading to her. She gently touches our faces and smiles at us.

9. "The Wheels on the Bus" is Emma's favorite song. She will stop crying instantly when we sing it to her. I have to admit that we are getting very tired of it, but it works!

10. Emma giggles and laughs frequently, which makes us laugh as well.