Ethan's first time eating solid food

After getting his doctor's blessing, this little family of three excitedly prepared for the big day!  High chair assembled, books on baby foods read, plastic bowls and cups washed... it was time to give little man his first meal!

 Ethan concentrated with all his might on a toy while sitting in this new and unfamiliar chair.  Little did he realize what was in store!

Chef Chris prepared the gourmet concoction: just the right blend of whole grain organic rice cereal mixed with Mommy Milk.


Watch his first bite!


His Mommy wanted a turn.  One of my biggest wishes is for him to be a healthy eater who loves diverse and nutritious foods!  I wouldn't wish picky tastes on anyone!

He thought about it for a minute...

then loved it!

While we were at it, we gave the man his first sip of water from a big boy cup.

"Dad, you know that's not milk right?"

"Well as long as you guys say it's alright, I like it!"

Now, in the last six months, he had grown from 5lbs 12oz, 18.5 inches in height to 19lbs and 27 inches, just on milk alone.  Never a drop of formula or a taste of rice.  He's already wearing 9 month old clothes, how fast is he going to grow now?!

If you can imagine, there are even more pictures of our big adventure here.  We can't imagine anyone else is as into it as we are, but just in case!