In 5 Months I've Learned...

that sleeping until 5 am is sleeping through the night!

that teething is no fun

that wearing your baby makes everyone happy and is a heck of a workout

that solids make morning feedings much longer, but much more entertaining

that having a baby changes your priorities and outlook on every aspect of life and I like it

that everything becomes global when you have a little one

that you should nap during at least one of your baby's naps during the day in order to keep your super powers

that deswaddling is possible

that the transition to the crib and deswaddling isn't so bad (for us)

that I'm not the cry it out parent I thought I would be (yet at least) and I'm ok with it

that my husband is the best father and cheerleader

that baby squeals are the BEST

that we will do ANYTHING over and over again for those baby squeals

that two dogs playing is the best entertainment for a baby

that I am so grateful for family nearby

that stroller rides are entertainment for everyone-dog included

that I am completely ok with running errands with spit up on my shirt

that life when she gets moving will never be the same

that reflux really does get better the closer you get to six months

that bed time routines are ingrained in a baby and you do not deviate from them

that a sleeping baby in your arms will lead to a thousand thank you's to God and kisses on the forehead

that I miss the newborn days (minus the reflux)

that date night is necessary-even if it's date day or date afternoon or date hour

that I understand why people have more than one child

that this stage is so cool