Wally at 5 Months

I'm a little late on this, but better late than never I suppose!

Walden turned 5 months old a little over a week ago.  It is sort of hard to believe that we've had a baby for 5 months already!

He still loves trees, ceiling fans, and all things black-and-white!  We even got him some fabric scraps that are different black and white patterns (see the picture below - it was love at first sight for Wally and the fabric!).  He likes to be upright (in his jumper, or sitting/standing up with help) or in the baby carrier.  He liked the stroller for about a week and now he is suspicious of it again...hope he likes it again soon!  A sure-fire way to get him to smile is to sing to him or to do animal sounds; as you might imagine, "Old MacDonald Had a Farm" is a big hit :)

The big challenge right now is baby eczema.  He has it on his cheeks and it has been very stubborn!  Last week, the doctor recommended triple antibiotic ointment and that is starting to help.  It is very itchy and uncomfortable for Wally, so I'm glad that it is starting to improve.

We love our little 5 month old!


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