Sweet Potatos

Tonight was an especially fun night at the Barber house. For the very first time Daddy and I gave you sweet potatoes for dinner! Today you had your sixth month check up and the Dr. told us that we were clear to start you on foods other than cereal and formula. It was a great check up! You are 16.5 pounds and 26 inches long.You behaved yourself for the most part but got upset when he looked in your ears and your mouth. He said that all of Daddy's bazaar food allergies were related to the pesticides, not the food themselves and that we were free to give you whatever we wanted (with some exceptions of course). I ran right to the grocery store and bought one Organic sweet potato. I came home...boiled it in some water, and threw it into the food processor. As soon as it was nice and smooth Daddy propped you in your high chair and you were immediately served fresh hot homemade organic sweet potato!

This was your very first taste. By the look of this shot you don't seem to sure...but you came around.

See what I mean! Look at that adorable grin!

This really is one of the most exciting times for Daddy and I. Most of the people we know (including all of your Aunts) have given their babies food well before six months. Because of Daddy having so many allergies we were extremely apprehensive to give you anything without having a conversation with the doctor. It is so amazing to me that you are now able to explore the world around you with food. To think of all the fun and tasty things your will be trying is just crazy! I cant wait to see your face each time a new flavor hits your tiny palate. Not only are you entering a new phase of your young life, but Mommy is trying something new also; Making my own baby food! So far so good! I just hope and pray that you continue to enjoy extraordinary foods and remain as allergy free as your Momma!