Brendan's 15-Month Drs Appointment

To anyone who follows our blog, we're sure you've noticed it has been awhile since we have last posted updates. That's because we have been CRAZY busy. What's new?! We've tried to catch everyone up on the latest with the large number of posts today.

Today was Brendan's 15-month doctors appointment. His pediatrician always beams at how well he is doing, considering that he was a preemie. We feel like he is growing like a weed, and his measurements today prove it! He weighed in at 25 lbs. 12 oz. (65th percentile) and even more astonishing 33" tall (95%!!!). He may not end up with Daddy's stumpy genes after all. His head is still a little small for kids his age at the 40th percentile but we've been assured it's nothing to worry about.

His Denver Developmental Scores put him at the 15 1/2 month range--he's a smartie! He has so many new things that he can do. He runs around like crazy. He can dance like no other. He's learning so many new words: "Ba" (ball), "Dah" (down), "No" (nose)--where he points to his nose our yours, "Duh" (dog), and many others. He's got a firm grip on "Uh Uh" when he shouldn't be doing something--although it doesn't always mean he doesn't do it. With that, we've started the horrible task of disciplining. Like all kids, he does not like his time-outs but we're sure that he understands the concept. But it really is a challenge to keep that kid sitting in one spot for an entire minute.

He's eating very well, but his tastes seem to change daily. For example, he used to love mashed potatos, and then one day last week he absolutely refused to let you put a single bite in his mouth. But he will eat cheese all day if you let him. The doc gave us the green light to discontinue jarred baby food. That's great for us...anything to lower the grocery bill.

The pediatrician did mention his pigeon-toed feet today. She noticed that it is getting a little better in that when he stands still, he straightens them out. But he still has trouble tripping over them as he walks, especially while wearing shoes. She pointed out that his right leg is really starting to bow because of those pesky feet. We're going to wait it out until our next appointment (18-months) and if they are not dramatically better he will be seeing a specialist. That thought is a little disheartening, but at least it's while he is still young and won't really remember.

All in all it was a positive visit if you leave out about the 3 shots :( We always leave the office feeling so proud of how far our little man has come. It helps that the pediatrician is so positive with her feedback of his progress. We feel really blessed.



Peas....yum!

Learning to eat big chunks like a big boy.

This boy still loves the park!




Do I look like a bug?




Brendan plays Superman with Daddy: