We made it! A full 12 months with Jonah. And what fun they were. I am still reeling from this month's fun and and celebration of birthdays and such. Can't believe this sweet, sweet boy is one.
I had been keeping a list on my phone of all of the fun tricks that Jonah has been learning, but apparently in the Great Phone Switch (I got a new phone. Woohoo!), I lost it. Ugh! So sit back, enjoy some pictures from this month....and let's see what this wasted tired Mama can remember.
Jonah loves to eat and begs for food all. day. long. He signs more like it is his job and nods "yes" as if to say, "Why yes, I can have more to eat, thankyouverymuch!" All of this eating has helped him gain weight and he is up to nearly 20 pounds. He is around the 10th percentile for both height and weight....with that head still going strong (75th percentile!!) He is wearing 6-12 month clothes comfortably and a size 3 diaper.
Along with "more", he can (but won't) sign milk. His newest sign is "poop" which I always sign to him while changing his stinky diapers. He can nod his head "yes" and just recently started shaking it "no." He will point to his mouth when I ask him where it is. He also knows where his head is and will play peek-a-boo. He is not a talker...much quieter than the older brothers were at this age. He will and can say "Dada" and "Mama," but that is about it. He mimics sounds and will try to say ball, book, baby, and his favorite, "do" ...which means just about anything he wants it to mean.
Jonah is a Mama's boy for sure and cries when I am not near him. It is pitiful, sweet, and frustrating. He has been working on a couple of new teeth this month, but still holding on at 5. It has been a bit of a cranky month, but as long as he is interacting and out and about, he is usually as happy as a clam.
He is a rockstar sleeper, taking one LOOOOOoong nap (3+ hrs) in the am and another 2 hour nap in the afternoon. Jonah loves his blankie and is thumb at bedtime. I sing our sweet song and he pats my arm while I rub his back. Truly adorable and incredibly affectionate.
The boy loves to be silly and is a dancing fool. He especially enjoys the soundtrack to Frozen. When he is in the mood, he plays with his toys and his brothers really well. Throwing balls is a favorite.
Recently, he has gotten braver and will push his toys around while walking behind them. He is not patient enough to walk and find his balance. He wants to run. But he can't, so I don't anticipate him walking anytime soon. I say another month...maybe two. He can stand for a little bit, but usually lowers himself gently. He is usually too surprised by standing and doubts his ability. But that is OK, because he is a speed crawler and an excellent climber. This month had him loving the stairs and even climbing up on our benches and the coffee table. We have got to keep an eye on this one.
As if on cue, the day he turned one he started finding more mischief. Right now, Jonah loves to open drawers and throw every last item of clothing (that he can reach...) onto the floor. And he does it all while smiling and giggling, of course. It is a good thing he is so cute....that dimple!!!
Jonah is still incredibly shy. He will smile and flirt with those around him but as soon as someone tries to talk to him or moves in to try to hold him, he clams up and makes a beeline for Mama. Mama's arms is where he likes to be.
I was able to leave him with Daddy a few times this month, and he did great! Wahoo!! I am still nursing him 3-4 times a day and have started whole milk, but he doesn't like it yet.
He threw his first tantrum when he couldn't have Jude's smoothie. Jude shared with him, but when we took it back, drama ensued. Oh boy.
He loves being outside and giggles at squirrels, birds, and dogs.
I can tell that he understands so much and will even follow simple directions. So far he is a very good listener...except he can be rough. He hits Mommy and bites at her clothes when frustrated. Yikes!
Jonah,
What a ray of sunshine you have been in our lives this year. We love everything about you! You are quickly becoming a very lovable stinker. Thank you for being so go-with-the-flow this year.
You are truly a gift. Heaven sent. I will cherish the last of your itty bitty baby parts as you transform into a toddler this year. Stay sweet, little doodle bug. Our little love bug. We love you. So so so so much.
xoxo
He is so adorable!!!
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