OUR LITTLE IRISH LADDIE

Colin enjoyed too many bottles spiked with Irish goodness!

5 MONTHS OLD

                                              

Colin's 5 Month Stats:  Weight - 15 lbs
*We did not have an official doctor's visit, so his length and head circumference were not measured and the 
  weight is a rounded number because it was measured at home.

Sean and I recently enjoyed looking at old pictures of Colin and reminiscing the last five months.  We cannot believe how much he has grown!  Colin's head and neck strength continue to increase, so he has been spending a lot of time sitting in his Bumbo or sitting up in our lap.  Colin has been recognizing his mom and dad for awhile, but he has started noticing us from across the room and will even search for us when he hears our voice.  In true McManiman/Fiedler fashion, Colin babbles a lot.  (Ageeee is his favorite "word.")  Sometimes when we sing to him, he will make noises as if he thinks he is singing too!  Colin loves spending time outside and taking walks.  Sean and I love Colin's smiles, and we love making Colin belly laugh.

HAPPY VALENTINE'S DAY

Ladies' man in training

4 MONTHS OLD

Look at that body - ahhh...

Colin loves hanging out in his diaper...

but he hates putting on clothes. 

2nd try (a new day)

Monkey see, monkey do

Everything goes in Colin's mouth. 

Colin's 4 Month Stats:  Weight - 12 lbs 15 oz;  Length - 23 in;  Head Circumference - 16 1/4 in

Colin continues developing and learning new tricks.  He holds on to objects and studies them for longer periods of time.  In addition, he is learning to take his binky in and out of his mouth.  Colin is interacting with us more - he grabs for our hands and holds on to them, and he is beginning to explore our faces with his hands. (He is so sweet!)  We have increased Colin's tummy time to help with development and neck strength.  This quickly taught him to roll over on his back.  Colin is sleeping at least 9 hours at night, which makes his mom and dad VERY happy!  However, he is still learning to take a nap in his bed .  Actually, he is currently trying to take a nap, but he is screaming instead!

3 MONTHS OLD

Colin is practicing sitting by himself.

A future UD Flyer

Colin enjoyed his first Bengals playoff game but
was very disappointed in the result.

Colin's 3 Month Stats:  Weight - 11 lbs 14 oz  

*We did not have an official doctor's visit, so his length and head circumference were not measured.

I returned to the Villa on January 4 (Colin's 3 month birthday) as a third grade part-time assistant.  Even though it is very difficult to leave Colin in the morning, he has adjusted very well to the new schedule.  He no longer needs a late night feeding, and he sleeps pretty regularly until we wake him in the morning.  

Colin has definitely become more interactive - he watches closely as we sing or talk to him; when we smile at him, he smiles back; and he has even started laughing when we tickle him.  Colin has also become very fascinated with his fingers.  He studies them very closely and likes to put them in his mouth.  

ROCKIN' AROUND THE CHRISTMAS TREE

The Baby Bjorn helped Colin participate in decorating his first Christmas tree. 

We experienced the cold but beautiful Festival of Lights with
Grandma and Grandpa McManiman.

Colin patiently waited for Dad to wake up before
opening his gifts from Santa.

Lauren was finally able to hold Colin over the holidays.
She is such a loving and helpful cousin. 

2 MONTHS OLD



Colin's first play date with Bryce Jutte





This hairy dad is jealous of his son's smooth chest. 





Colin dressed appropriately for his first Thanksgiving.





Colin meets his birthday buddy, Cooper Novak, for the first time.



Colin's 2 Month Stats:  Weight - 9 lbs 7 oz;  Length - 20 3/4 in;  Head Circumference - 14 3/4 in

* All of his measurements are in the 5th percentile for a full term baby. 

Over the past month, Sean and I have enjoyed watching Colin change and grow.  He is more alert during the day; he enjoys looking around, especially at lights and fans.  He is beginning to smile at us and make noises other than crying or grunting.  In addition, he is sleeping a little longer during the night and doesn't always pee when we change his diaper! 

Colin has made some friends this month.  He hung out with Bryce Jutte, the Novak boys, and Parker Ballman.