18 Month Check-up

Kara Kamienski Photography

Weighing in at 28 pounds, 2.5 ounces and 34 inches tall...is Grant!  The good news is that he is in the 90th percentile for BOTH height and weight!  His head circumference falls in the 60th percentile.  The pediatrician's exact words were, "he's a healthy fella!"  Everything looked good.  There wasn't quite the focus on 10-20 words, but more on him having his own jargon, which he does.  In the last few months we have noticed different sounds.  Although he only says a few words clearly, he makes lots of sounds, so we will just continue to keep an eye on it. 
He continues to keep us on our toes and makes us laugh all the time.  We were actually just laughing at a huge tantrum he threw.  I must get this on video!  He will repeat anything his big sister does.  She thinks this is a lot of fun and on occasion I have heard, "Go ahead, Grant, put your hands in the toilet!"  He has a great overhand throw and is going to be a lot of fun to keep up with this summer!  I did notice on the progress sheet that "nutritional needs are minimal" so when he threw his pork, then his potatoes and was reaching for the asparagus...his dinner was over.  We did end up giving him an orange and he had milk.  I have a pretty strict policy that the kids eat what we eat, unless it is something totally kid unfriendly.  I love it that he will take your hand and just lead you where he wants you to go so that he can show you something.  He gives the best kisses and when he isn't pulling my hair he gives great hugs too!  I know I have said it before, but it is such a joy to watch Elizabeth and Grant grow and I am so grateful that they have each other.  They don't always get along, but when they do it absolutely melts my heart, which makes the other times more bearable!  The housework takes a backseat sometimes, but I am so lucky to be able to stay home with them that I want to make the most of it and to steal a quote, "cherish every moment."