Underestimating Cheerios - never do it!

I never thought much of them. As a kid they lack that sugary deliciousness that you find in most kid's cereal. As an adult they lack the nuts & chunks that you grow to love in most non-kid's cereals. But to babies.....wow! We are talking about a good 20 or more minutes of pure eating entertainment. I mean, she's eating them now and I'm able to write this post!

So yep, we gave Brooklyn cheerios last night. We sat with her while she chased them around her high chair tray with those tiny uncoordinated fingers. It was so cute to see her focus. We've given them to her before and she could grab them but would always lose one on the way to getting it to her mouth. That was frustrating for her. But last night = SUCCESS. Her motor skills and coordination are getting so good! We celebrated with her as she was able to put the first one in her mouth. Then another. Then another until she ate them all.

I'm so proud of our big girl. I took for granted what Cheerios have to offer. They aren't sugary. They are small enough for little fingers to practice grasping stuff. They get soggy so that a toothless baby can gum them with no problems. AND they will lower her cholesterol. Who doesn't want a baby with a healthy heart? They are essentially awesome.

And now that Brooklyn is finished eating the handful I just gave her, she wants some attention. Gotta go!

Enjoy your Saturday!