PHOTOS: David Johnson's adorable baby boy is growing up before our very eyes

We all know social media is a mixed bag that has its pros and cons -- but the ability to watch David Johnson's baby boy grow up falls squarely in the "pro" category.

The Cardinals' star running back and his wife Meghan had their first child, a baby boy named David Jerome Johnson Jr., on Jan. 14. Since then, the Johnsons have experienced all the usual milestones and nerve-racking moments that first-time parents do, including leaving David Jr. with a sitter for the first time.

But thanks to the creation of Instagram, Cardinals fans have been able to watch David Jr. grow up. Here are some of the best photos and videos of David Jr. posted by David Sr. in the last six months, courtesy of David Sr. and Meghan's Instagram pages.

 

@meghantjohnson and I would love to introduce David Jerome Johnson Jr. into the world at 11:29 a.m. on 1/14/17. Weighing 5.8 lbs and 19.25 inches in length. #NewDaddy #ProudestMomentOfOurLives ???

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Jan 14, 2017 at 8:18pm PST

 

Now he really is my mini me! Amazing photo captured by @kerimeyersphoto of our future play maker! @meghantjohnson #LikeFatherLikeSon

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Jan 23, 2017 at 1:02pm PST

 

This is the proudest/most nervous moment I've ever had. Realizing that @meghantjohnson and I are responsible for raising our son, DJ. Meghan is such an amazing mother/wife and is helping me along the way though. I cant wait to be there in every moment of DJ's life. Getting him through the ups and downs, highs and lows, good and bad. #ProudFather

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Feb 1, 2017 at 9:10am PST

 

Birthday festivities @meghantjohnson @aidanbrock ??

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Mar 1, 2017 at 9:15pm PST

 

? What's up everybody! #InstantLove??

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Mar 18, 2017 at 8:40pm PDT

 

Appreciate the @dbacks giving us a great experience last night. Next time I'll have to practice my baseball skills with @meghantjohnson before I go lol. #AZPride #AirMaxGame? #JohnsonSr

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Apr 7, 2017 at 3:26pm PDT

 

Happy Easter! ? @meghantjohnson

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Apr 16, 2017 at 2:01pm PDT

 

Colorado livin #MountainBaby @meghantjohnson

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Apr 30, 2017 at 12:12pm PDT

 

DJ achieved another milestone @meghantjohnson #ProudParents ? #RollingOver

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May 28, 2017 at 6:03pm PDT

 

First Father's Day! Only 5 months and I already can't imagine my life with out my boy in it. He has brought on a whole new perspective of my purpose in life. EVERYDAY is a brand new adventure for @meghantjohnson and I. We definitely lucked out with him and his amazing personality. He's always laughing, smiling, and brightening up the day of anyone who sees him. (P.S. love the #fathersday gifts ??) #ProudDada

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Jun 18, 2017 at 4:41pm PDT

 

DJ wants to wish everyone a Happy 4th! ?? @meghantjohnson

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Jul 4, 2017 at 4:01pm PDT

 

Summertime fun! @meghantjohnson

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Jul 13, 2017 at 9:06am PDT

 

We've gotten so lucky with DJ being such a happy and joyful baby who loves reading time. Especially, with mama @meghantjohnson Happy 6 months baby boy! ?

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Jul 14, 2017 at 5:02pm PDT

 

@meghantjohnson Our boy is determined, leaping for his toy ?

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Jul 24, 2017 at 5:13pm PDT