Via videocam:
At the 15-month visit today, Claire weighed 19 pounds, 13 ounces. Yee haa! That’s a two-plus pound gain since the 12-month visit. She also grew three-quarters of an inch and now stands 30 inches tall. The doctor (her regular one is back) urged me to switch to milk in cups and gave me some suggestions. She said Claire is just petite and will probably always be petite, but that she is thriving and I can stop worrying about getting calories into her. Toddlers don’t eat a lot at this age and growth slows down. The doctor was pleased with the variety of foods Claire likes to eat and says she’s a “really good eater.”
Claire was quiet and cooperative during the exam. She wasn’t her usual smiley social self, but she didn’t fuss and fight. The doctor is pleased with her overall development and was genuinely impressed with Claire’s vocabulary. And Claire was really brave when she got her vaccination. She got a Cookie Monster sticker at the end; she calls all muppets Elmo, and she adores Elmo.
Right now she is recovering from a small cold and is having what I hope will be a long nap. Time for me to grab a little lunch.
Kathryn, I haven’t commented for ages, but I love seeing Claire growing up. This picture is precious of both of you.
She just grows more and more precious. My 4 and 5 year old grandsons are small. Zach, at 2 1/2, is average but his brother Arlo at five months weighs 20 pounds. He is a big boy!
How fun it must be preparing for the holidays with your Claire.
Thank you both! She is the most cuddly, kissy child. I love it. I love her.
Yay, Claire!