Lowering the Crib...

Last Wednesday was a sad day for Mommy...we had to lower Nolan's crib mattress. Nolan was found up on his arms and knees with one hand on the crib rail two times, so we decided that it was time to lower the mattress. We lowered it one notch, but it was still high and came up to Nolan's thighs. So, we lowered it all the way to the bottom. It is so low, and we can't use our cute bed skirt anymore. But, Nolan's safety is our main priority. Nolan did not mind that he is now very low to the ground at all. He is still sleeping and napping like a champ!

He can still reach his aquarium if he tries really hard!
He can put his arms and legs through the side of the crib. His thighs have gotten stuck on more than one occasion!
Nolan can do yoga in his crib!
Nolan is still a great sleeper...and very safe with his mattress in its new position since he is on the move!

Nolan's First Swim in the Big Pool!

Nolan went swimming in Pops and MoMo's big pool for the first time on Sunday, and he LOVED it!

Standing on the side with Aunt Maura...

Sitting down and getting ready to take the plunge...
Removing his shirt and hat...he is ready!
And...Nolan is in!
He LOVES it!
Splashing is so much fun!
What a happy baby!
Nolan enjoyed floating in his new raft!

Life is good!
He can even play with his toys!
He can play with a noodle!
Nolan can hold toys in both hands in the water...this is so fun!
Here is a rear view picture!

Peek-A-Boo! Nolan took a post-swim suntan! Actually he just posed on his new beach towel!
He LOVED his first swim!
He is really thinning out...swimming is great exercise!
It will be a fun summer for sure...if Nolan's first swim is any indication! Nolan loves the big pool!

Visiting Daddy's Work

Nolan went downtown to the doctor's office on Thursday to get his shots. We stopped to visit Daddy at work on the way home. Nolan loved seeing Daddy and all of his co-workers!

Nolan went to our parish carnival at night. He enjoyed his first Mike's Hard Lemonade with Aunt Maura! Just kidding! He was just playing with it and enjoyed the music and rides (from a distance)!

Peas!

Nolan is loving more table food! He picks up the food so nicely and makes sure it gets into his mouth. Here, he is picking up peas! Yummy!

A Visit With Aunt Colleen

Our Aunt Colleen was in the hospital and is now home and getting better. We visited Aunt Doll tonight, and Nolan was great medicine! He laughed, smiled, "talked," played and was so happy during our visit. We brought Aunt Doll a gift from our neighbor, and Nolan fit right in the gift basket. Who needs toys when you have baskets and other household items to play with??!! We love Aunt Doll and are happy that she is on the road to recovery!

Nolan's New Sleep Position

Nolan has been waking up in different positions lately now that he is rolling around so much. Here is a picture of one of his latest positions!

Seven Months Old

Nolan is seven months old today! It is hard to believe! May flew by so quickly! Nolan is such a happy baby, and he brings so much joy to our lives. We love him so much! He is rolling over, sitting, laughing all the time, eating so well, drinking water from a sippy cup, sleeping well, playing with his toys, reading books and doing so many other great things. Everyday with Nolan is so much fun! These first seven months have flown by, and we have enjoyed every minute!

Nolan loves to play with his toes, too!
Nolan is a very chill baby...relaxing on the couch!