One day after Christmas and we have reached the five month mark! Cannot believe it. Gabriel has had quite the growth spurt over the past month or so. He's grown about 3 inches and gained nearly 2 pounds. He is filling out and not quite the long skinny limbed baby. I get a lot of mixed comments about who he looks like. I think right now he's a pretty good mix of both families.
So what is the little guy up to these days?
He's mastering sitting up on his own and trying to keep himself in one place while he sits. He has excellent eye sight. Can spot me from across the house. He loves to listen to him big brother and sister sing to him. Laughs at the sight of Leah and Louis. He has his cranky baby moments but overall he is just a really happy baby. I get a lot of comments about Gabriel being a 'mama's boy' but what baby isn't? Also separation anxiety is developmentally appropriate for a baby his age.
There has yet to be a day where I am asked about whether or not he is eating food yet. He shows very little interest in food so we'll be holding off until 6 months and go from there.
5 Month Developmental Milestones
Mastered Skills (most kids can do)
Distinguishes between bold colors
Plays with his hands and feet
Emerging Skills (half of kids can do)
Recognizes own name -- not quite
Turns toward new sounds
Rolls over in both directions
Advanced Skills (a few kids can do)
Sits momentarily without support -- not there yet
Mouths objects
Separation anxiety may begin -- He has had his moments.
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