Jack is 10 Months

Jackie-Pooh-Pooh is 10 months today! I attempted to take a few pictures of him in his glider, and he did not appreciate being asked to sit still. Sooo, I let him go, and chased after him to get his 10 month picture. Man, he is getting quick!

I happen to think that Jack is just about the cutest baby around. He is a happy camper who loves to play with his toys, laugh at his big brother, and spend time outside. I am amazed by how he will play independently for long periods of time. Sure he likes to have us around, but he is really happy to explore his little world all on his own. He crawls into the playroom all by himself and will make the rounds from toy to toy. It's so different from Charlie who never really showed interest in toys as a baby. His independence is a welcome change, but it also means that I have to keep my eyes glued to him. Charlie was always by my side, so I never worried about him getting into too much trouble. I have a feeling Jack is going to be up to no good as soon as he is walking.

This month Jack has gone from just pulling up to cruising along furniture. He has also been standing independently for about 10 seconds at a time. It's so crazy to think that he will probably be walking is a matter of weeks. We have introduced a walking toy, but I am not pushing it at all. Walking is like the final step into toddlerhood, and I am not ready to lose my baby yet.

Jack has also grown a lot cognitively this month. He is copying gestures that we make and has started to wave. He is constantly testing the power of his lungs and continues to be a loud baby. He and Charlie make for quite a pair. I swear I have a headache by noon most days.

We are still waiting patiently for Jack to sleep through the night. He has been all over the place with sleep and was getting up earlier and earlier. After the time change, he was up for the day around 5:30. One morning, I decided to try to give him a bottle to see if it would help him fall back asleep. It worked, so now I am feeding him around 5:30-6:00, and then he sleeps until 8:00. He may not technically be sleeping through the night, but I am happier now that I get to sleep in again. Jack takes three naps a day, which still makes it hard to get out during the day. It will be a happy day when we are finally down to one nap!

I can't even believe that Jack is only two months away from his first birthday. I am so grateful for his presence in our lives. He is my baby no matter how quickly he is growing up. I love you, Jack!