Our Little Baby is 9 MONTHS!

Nicholas had his 9 month checkup on Tuesday. He is doing just great:0) His doctor says that he has never seen a happier baby! His ear infection cleared up, so he got a clean bill of health. Nick is now on “table” and finger foods as well at Gerber stage 3 foods. He gets to try pretty much anything we are eating. He also gets delicious jarred dinners like lasagna, chicken & rice, vegetable beef, etc. They even make some ‘Lil Entrees, which are like TV dinners for babies. Like his mom, Nick is not too into trying new foods. He is having a tough time getting used to the texture of his new foods, but loves that he gets to feed himself some things. I put down some new foods for him to try on his highchair tray and he just goes to town! Most of it ends up on the floor (you won’t hear Jackson complaining :0), but some gets into his mouth. Then, we have the dramatic reaction to his new food, which can go on for quite a while. Once he spits out or eats the food, he starts over again! Nick’s feedings are taking a much longer time now, but he is getting the hang of feeding himself and having fun.

I posted some pictures of Nicholas trying some new foods and from his first shopping trip sitting in the cart without his car seat! He loved being able to see everything and took things off the shelves when he could reach. He also loved to throw things out of the cart (it was piled up right behind him)! He was laughing and showing off as usual, so he got a lot of attention (which he just does not enjoy ;0) and had a great time. Looks like shopping will be a little easier now that he likes it!