Wednesday, June 22, 2011

6/22/11: L's 4 yr old visit

Today, L had her 4 year old well visit. She was 40.8 inches tall (75th percentile) and weighed 37 pounds (50-75th percentile). Her BMI was 15.6 (50-75th percentile). She had a hearing test and did great and she also did the vision test with no problems.

6/22/11...

had to tell L tonight that one of her friends can't come to her party. She burst into tears and said that we needed to cancel the party. :( Just rips your heart out as a parent and I quickly changed the subject. I don't know why she couldn't. I specifically planned the party for when she could & now all of a sudden she can't. Beyond irritating. Yes, L suggested a special playdate with her with some firm words.

Wednesday, June 08, 2011

6/8/11: C's 9 month old visit

Callen is 27.5 inches long (>25th percentile) and weighs 19 lbs, 3 oz. (>25th percentile). His head's circumference is 17.25 inches (>10th percentile) and his hemoglobin is 13.1.

Sunday, June 05, 2011

6/5/11: our 8-month-old: Week 4‏

from b@bycenter.com:

A baby who can stand with the support of a chair or by holding on to your fingers is not far from being able to stand alone. Most babies take their first independent steps around their first birthday, but this is one milestone with a huge range. Some babies walk as early as 7 or 8 months, while others, who are also perfectly normal, don't start strutting their stuff until 18 months.

**We don't think C is anywhere near standing on his own. In the past week though, he's up on all fours rocking and pulling himself forward with his arms, while on his belly, across the room.**


How your baby's growing:

Once your baby starts standing and cruising, you may wonder whether real shoes are necessary. Until your baby is walking around outdoors regularly, most doctors and developmental experts don't think so. It's normal for your baby to walk a bit bowlegged or with feet turned out, and those little tootsies may look flat. Going barefoot can help strengthen your baby's arches and leg muscles, and feeling the textures of what's underfoot can help with balance.