Weight: 25 lbs. 14 oz. (48%)
Length: 33 inches (67%)
Showing posts with label Doctor visits. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Doctor visits. Show all posts
Friday, July 11, 2008
Thursday, October 11, 2007
Bring on the Bacon
Patrick had his 9-month checkup today. We knew his weight had plateaued, but were surprised to learn that he's dropped to the 35th percentile. He's still nursing 3-4 times a day, and gobbles up any finger food we put in front of him. But with all the crawling he does, and filling up on fruits and vegetables, he's just not getting enough calories. Dr. Leary wasn't worried because he's clearly healthy, but encouraged us to add more fat to his diet. 19lbs.4oz. (35%) and 29" (75%).
Friday, August 3, 2007
Normal!
Patrick went back to the cardiologist today, and the hole in his heart has closed up! His heart was deemed "normal," no follow-up needed...
18 lbs. 9 oz., 28 inches.
18 lbs. 9 oz., 28 inches.
Saturday, June 30, 2007
Six Months
Patrick had his 6 month check-up with Dr. Sheridan yesterday. 18lbs. 6oz. (75%) and 28-3/4 inches (over 95%). He endured his shots bravely, then ran some errands with his Daddy.
Developmentally, he seems to be right on track. He's still not rolling from front to back, but continues to get on his hands and knees instead. He can sit without support (as long as we're there to catch him when he topples over), and is very grabby these days. He loves to babble and blow raspberries.
Mealtime has been hit or miss. He loved his first feeding but has been lukewarm ever since. We've tried rice cereal, peas, sweet potatoes, oatmeal, and bananas, with no clear favorites. He still prefers his milk.
It's been a fun and active month, but it's also been the month of Sleep Issues. After months of sleeping well at night, he regressed for a while. Once he learned to roll onto his belly, he started waking several times each night and would sometimes refuse to go back to sleep. His napping problems persisted as well.
We have finally had luck with letting him cry a bit. Rather than rocking or nursing him to sleep, we put him in his crib awake, shut the door, and let him mutter for a while. It usually doesn't take too long, and he's back to waking once at night and finally taking regular naps!
Patrick has just about outgrown his Bumbo. While he still fits and we use it for feeding, he grows restless and tries to climb out. One of these days he will succeed, so we can no longer just leave him sitting on the counter while we putter about the kitchen. It was great while it lasted...
He's gotten better about staying in the stroller during walks, and doesn't fight the car seat quite as much. We use the Bjorn for cardio class, and Annie's backpack comes in handy for hikes along the water line and elsewhere. We enjoy playing on the floor in his bedroom, reading stories at bedtime, listening to music, and laughing at Llama.
He'll be mobile soon. Time to start childproofing the house...
Developmentally, he seems to be right on track. He's still not rolling from front to back, but continues to get on his hands and knees instead. He can sit without support (as long as we're there to catch him when he topples over), and is very grabby these days. He loves to babble and blow raspberries.
Mealtime has been hit or miss. He loved his first feeding but has been lukewarm ever since. We've tried rice cereal, peas, sweet potatoes, oatmeal, and bananas, with no clear favorites. He still prefers his milk.
It's been a fun and active month, but it's also been the month of Sleep Issues. After months of sleeping well at night, he regressed for a while. Once he learned to roll onto his belly, he started waking several times each night and would sometimes refuse to go back to sleep. His napping problems persisted as well.
We have finally had luck with letting him cry a bit. Rather than rocking or nursing him to sleep, we put him in his crib awake, shut the door, and let him mutter for a while. It usually doesn't take too long, and he's back to waking once at night and finally taking regular naps!
Patrick has just about outgrown his Bumbo. While he still fits and we use it for feeding, he grows restless and tries to climb out. One of these days he will succeed, so we can no longer just leave him sitting on the counter while we putter about the kitchen. It was great while it lasted...
He's gotten better about staying in the stroller during walks, and doesn't fight the car seat quite as much. We use the Bjorn for cardio class, and Annie's backpack comes in handy for hikes along the water line and elsewhere. We enjoy playing on the floor in his bedroom, reading stories at bedtime, listening to music, and laughing at Llama.
He'll be mobile soon. Time to start childproofing the house...
Wednesday, April 25, 2007
Chunky Monkey
Patrick had his 4-month check-up today. He weighs 16lbs 4oz (80%) and is 26" long (90%).
Wednesday, February 28, 2007
Two Months
Patrick had his two month check-up today. He weighs 13lbs 9oz (90%), and is 24 inches long (90%). He's one big baby!
The past month has been spent smiling at visitors, hanging out in the Baby Bjorn, cooing at the baby in the mirror, and going for walks in the mall. We're looking forward to nicer weather so we can spend some time outside.
The boy does not like to nap. He will be yawning and rubbing his eyes, but the minute we put him in his cradle, his eyes pop wide open, and he grins from ear to ear -- he just wants to play!
After easing us into parenthood the first few weeks, he has developed into a decidedly moody baby. He can be very fussy at times, wanting to be held constantly. But when in a good mood, his smiles will melt your heart.
The past month has been spent smiling at visitors, hanging out in the Baby Bjorn, cooing at the baby in the mirror, and going for walks in the mall. We're looking forward to nicer weather so we can spend some time outside.
The boy does not like to nap. He will be yawning and rubbing his eyes, but the minute we put him in his cradle, his eyes pop wide open, and he grins from ear to ear -- he just wants to play!
After easing us into parenthood the first few weeks, he has developed into a decidedly moody baby. He can be very fussy at times, wanting to be held constantly. But when in a good mood, his smiles will melt your heart.
Friday, February 2, 2007
Check-up
We went to see the cardiologist today. Patrick still has a VSD -- a small hole between his heart's two lower chambers. Dr. Velvis assured us that this isn't a big deal; it should close up on its own. He'll check him again in 5 months.
Patrick weighed in at a whopping 11 pounds -- he'll be growing out of his 0-3 clothes before we know it!
Patrick weighed in at a whopping 11 pounds -- he'll be growing out of his 0-3 clothes before we know it!
Tuesday, January 16, 2007
2 Week Checkup
Patrick met Dr. Sheridan today. Our little guy weighed in at 9lbs.4oz. (75%), and measured 21-3/4" (95%).
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