Maleah is 6 Months Old

Dear Maleah,

You are 6 months old today. You have brightened our lives with so many smiles, giggles and squeals. I cannot believe that you only entered our lives 6 months ago as it feels like you have always been a part of our family.

Here is you right after we got home from the hospital:

And, here is you now at six months and over 2o pounds:

To date, here is what you have accomplished:

-You roll over both ways and are able to grab toys

-You love to jump in your jumper

-You have started drinking juice from a sippy cup

-You have started solid foods. So far you have eaten rice cereal, oatmeal, squash, carrots, bananas and prunes. You don't seem to mind whatever it is you are eating as long as I shovel it in fast enough. You are extremely interested in food and will grab at anything that you can reach. I think, if you had the chance you would be eating even more!

-You have found your voice. You love to squeal and talk to us. You especially love to squeal at brother because he cries about it hurting his ears.

-You pretty much sleep through the night. You go to bed around 6pm and sleep until 6am with only one waking at 3-4am. You are a great sleeper.

-You love to interact and play with your brother. No one can make you laugh and smile like Noah.

Well, my sweet baby girl, I am enjoying every second of watching you grow. I love our cuddles, putting bows in your hair and watching you experience the world. Happy 6 month birthday.

I love you!

Mom