Monday, May 4, 2009
Friday, May 1, 2009
The switch to bottles...
I don't have any new pictures, since my old rechargeable batteries only hold a charge for about 3 pictures these days, but there has been a lot of changes recently and I figured I'd post an update.
About two weeks ago, Eli nursed for the last time. He was gradually becoming less and less interested in nursing and putting up a fight sometimes when it was time to eat. He fussed because he was hungry, but then fussed because he didn't want the breast. It wasn't a pleasant experience for either of us (he was actually physically hurting me), and I didn't think he was getting enough to eat, so I decided it was best to switch to formula. I was really sad about it at first, and I wasn't looking forward to having to make bottles after the convenience of just pulling up my shirt, but it's actually working out very well. He's a happier baby, and even holds his bottle himself most of the time. I'm excited about having my breaks at work back to myself without having to pump. I also bought a new bra the other day and was very happy about that.
On the Tuesday after Easter, the tooth Eli was working on finally poked through, and now it is very clearly visible. It's really cute, and I believe he's working on another one. The weaning worked out nicely timing-wise; he never had a chance to bite me! He's chewing a lot of his food though, and we are working on some finger foods. He is a pro with big things like graham crackers and cheese puffs, but has a hard time with smaller foods like cheerios. He gets them into his fists and then can't figure out how to get them into his mouth.
It's possible that might decide he wants to crawl after all. Lately he's been doing a combination of rolling and scooting on his belly, and sometimes gets up on all fours. He can go the whole way across a room sometimes, but other times he still gets too frustrated and wants help.
His new hobbies include peek-a-boo and dropping things. The kid has no fear. He likes to sit on the couch with his Daddy, push the tv remote onto the floor and then dive after it. Seth has to grab his legs while he hangs upside down and picks up the remote. Once Seth sits him next to him, he throws the remote and repeats the whole thing over again, about 20 times. It is both humorous and exhausting!
And he's really starting to grow again! He had been kind of lingering around the 15-16 pound mark for a few months, but last week at his appointment for his last RSV shot, he weighed 17.4 pounds, and then several days later, at a WIC appointment, he was 17 pounds 13 oz (clothed) and 26 inches. He's finally putting on some height! "Eli the small fry" is becoming "Eli the big guy!"
About two weeks ago, Eli nursed for the last time. He was gradually becoming less and less interested in nursing and putting up a fight sometimes when it was time to eat. He fussed because he was hungry, but then fussed because he didn't want the breast. It wasn't a pleasant experience for either of us (he was actually physically hurting me), and I didn't think he was getting enough to eat, so I decided it was best to switch to formula. I was really sad about it at first, and I wasn't looking forward to having to make bottles after the convenience of just pulling up my shirt, but it's actually working out very well. He's a happier baby, and even holds his bottle himself most of the time. I'm excited about having my breaks at work back to myself without having to pump. I also bought a new bra the other day and was very happy about that.
On the Tuesday after Easter, the tooth Eli was working on finally poked through, and now it is very clearly visible. It's really cute, and I believe he's working on another one. The weaning worked out nicely timing-wise; he never had a chance to bite me! He's chewing a lot of his food though, and we are working on some finger foods. He is a pro with big things like graham crackers and cheese puffs, but has a hard time with smaller foods like cheerios. He gets them into his fists and then can't figure out how to get them into his mouth.
It's possible that might decide he wants to crawl after all. Lately he's been doing a combination of rolling and scooting on his belly, and sometimes gets up on all fours. He can go the whole way across a room sometimes, but other times he still gets too frustrated and wants help.
His new hobbies include peek-a-boo and dropping things. The kid has no fear. He likes to sit on the couch with his Daddy, push the tv remote onto the floor and then dive after it. Seth has to grab his legs while he hangs upside down and picks up the remote. Once Seth sits him next to him, he throws the remote and repeats the whole thing over again, about 20 times. It is both humorous and exhausting!
And he's really starting to grow again! He had been kind of lingering around the 15-16 pound mark for a few months, but last week at his appointment for his last RSV shot, he weighed 17.4 pounds, and then several days later, at a WIC appointment, he was 17 pounds 13 oz (clothed) and 26 inches. He's finally putting on some height! "Eli the small fry" is becoming "Eli the big guy!"
Monday, April 13, 2009
Easter
The Easter Bunny brought Eli this huge lollipop! I think he liked the stick more than the candy....
Daddy, Mommy & Baby on Easter
About to dig into his Easter crate (1 of 4)
His first egg hunt. He didn't want to put the eggs into the basket.
Grandpa Smith let him suck on m&ms
Basket from Nana
He totally posed for his picture before we left for church.
My favorite pic of the day!Hopefully, all of you had a wonderful Easter. Ours was very nice, but very busy! We got up early to get ready for church. It was the first time Eli had really been to an actual service, and he was a very good boy. I was quite impressed! After church, we went to Nana's for brunch, and then to visit with Grandpa and Rita. Of course, Eli got presents at both places. Later, we went to Grandma and Pappy's for an egg hunt, and more presents. It was basically like Christmas for Eli, in terms of gifts! He was very spoiled. Unfortunately, I had to be at work by 3:30, but at least I got to spend a good bit of the day with family.
In other news, Eli is working really hard to cut a tooth. I can feel it, but I can't see anything yet, other than swelling. He's been rather unpleasant and irritable at times, especially at night. Mommy and Daddy are very sleepy! I hope he works it through soon, so he can feel better. I'm just a little scared about what is to come when he nurses with teeth!
Eli has been working really hard at walking and standing. He loves to do both with assistance, and actually demands help often. He still doesn't seem to be getting any closer to crawling, so who knows? maybe he will be one of those babies that skips it. He's getting less and less wobbly when walking and he goes right towards what he wants with no guidance, just balance. He tries to pull himself up, too, and he's almost there.
Oh yeah, and he waves now! It's adorable :)
In other news, Eli is working really hard to cut a tooth. I can feel it, but I can't see anything yet, other than swelling. He's been rather unpleasant and irritable at times, especially at night. Mommy and Daddy are very sleepy! I hope he works it through soon, so he can feel better. I'm just a little scared about what is to come when he nurses with teeth!
Eli has been working really hard at walking and standing. He loves to do both with assistance, and actually demands help often. He still doesn't seem to be getting any closer to crawling, so who knows? maybe he will be one of those babies that skips it. He's getting less and less wobbly when walking and he goes right towards what he wants with no guidance, just balance. He tries to pull himself up, too, and he's almost there.
Oh yeah, and he waves now! It's adorable :)
Thursday, April 2, 2009
An overdue update
Eli is still not crawling (nor does he seem interested), but he is surprisingly mobile. He can roll to get what he wants, sometimes scoots, and often whines until you grab his hands and he will then stand up and walk. He wants to get into everything, and I'm actually hoping he is a late crawler (lol). His new favorite things are the computer keyboard/my laptop, his singing mirror, and blocks, along with the classic favorites: paper, plastic bottles, his jungle, and the exersaucer.
My sister, Makayla, and I went to Columbus on St. Patrick's Day for Eli's developmental assessment. His corrected age at the time was 6 months (nearly 7, really) and he tested above average in all areas. In most areas, he was at about an 8 month level, which is right between his corrected age and his real age of 9 months. Everyone there was very impressed with him, and had no concerns of any kind! It was a great day--I was a very proud Mommy--and I love going to the clinic there, because my questions are always thoroughly welcomed and answered.
His next appointment in Columbus will be in September, where he will have his 12-months-corrected-age assessment and he will also see a urologist. If you don't remember, Eli may have hypospadias, a birth defect involving an abnormally placed urethra. Plus, Eli is still uncircumsized, because he was too fragile to have the procedure done at birth. I am thinking that is the way it will stay, but I want to get some facts from the doctor before Seth and I finalize that decision.
Enjoy some recent pictures!
I had a little fun with the camera today :)
This was about 9 months ago.... What a difference!
Can you see the fuzz growing up there?!
My big boy standing up!
Posing with his stats: he is still small for his real age, but pretty normal for the corrected age. He was 16 1/2 lbs at this appointment.
Playing with the physical therapist during his assessment
A family pic at an anniversary party for Seth's Aunt and UncleSunday, March 8, 2009
oOBubblesOo
I haven't had the chance to update in a while, so I thought I'd share some pictures from today. We took a ton, and there are even more on my Mom's camera, but here are some of the better ones from my sister's. The first one is my favorite!
Eli has been doing pretty well, except for the little cold he has now. His developmental assesment in Columbus had to be canceled because I didn't want another child to get sick, so we'll be going next week instead. I'll most likely update again afterwards!
Monday, February 23, 2009
Today's Doctor's Appointment
A recent family picture
Peekaboo! This is what he does if you talk to himwhile he's in his exersaucer and he can't see you.
I think it's so cute!
I love the way the camera captured his movements here.Eli had an appointment with Dr. Ekanem today for another RSV shot. It went well--he's starting to take the stick itself much better than he used to. He's been fussy today, and I'm not sure if the shot is to blame or if it might just be his gums. Still no teeth, but they have got to be coming soon! Eli now weighs 15.4 lbs and is a whole 25 inches tall. He's finally getting a little more length on him! Dr. E. was pleased that he is now getting baby food, and he told me to feed him as much as I think he needs. He is currently getting one fruit feeding and one vegetable feeding, but I might increase that to three solid food meals per day. He can't stand it when others are eating around him, so it's impossible to have a snack if he isn't eating also. He's a demanding little guy!
Monday, February 16, 2009
Balloons!
Yesterday, we went to a baby shower honoring our long-time friend, Cassie. She and her husband are expecting a baby girl, Hallie, in April. Eli had a blast checking everyone out and playing with the balloons!
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