I know a lot of people hate this stage & they always say to me "Oh ya, just wait till they start crawling. Then you'll wish they were immobile again!" But, I actually love this stage in their life. They're growing in their little independence & learning so much! I also find, that once crawling begins, naps & night time are wayyyy better. My baby is almost crawling & it just amazes me how fast it can happen & how all of a sudden they don't feel like such a baby anymore. Soon, you're finding cheerios all lined up on your couch cushion as they begin to pull themselves up on furniture. They're discovering this world & I love being witness to that.
Also, this phase reminds me that we survived the first 6 months of life. Heck, we didn't do too bad even. Sure, we were grumpier, more tired & I have more grey hairs popping up everyday, but it's all worth it. I also love this time after having a baby because I finally start to feel the clouds lifting & more like myself as each day passes. I start to feel strong again & finally more confident in my own skin.
Out of the first year of life, I really enjoy the 6-9 month stage. I feel like they learn & grow so much & really start to let their personalities shine through! I find each day has a new little gift to bring. Whether it's saying their first word, more teeth popping out (or their first!), learning to crawl, learning to stand up, playing & interacting. It's such a full time & before we know it, they'll be a little toddler. Why does it have to happen so fast?!
The saying is true: "The days are long, but the years are short."
xo
-Liz Lemon
