JANUARY (7 months)
Weight: 8.135 kg = 17.9 lbs
Height: 72 cm = 28.3 in
Head circumference: 46 cm = 18.1 in
I know, I know. I’m posting January’s stats in February, but oh well. At least they’re here. With that way the months keep flying by, it’s no wonder parents resort to counting by years instead of months! I remember after celebrating the third day (or so) of cloth diapers, I thought to myself, “Why in the world am I counting the days!? Who wants to reach the 452nd day of cloth diapers!!”
The babe is doing great, although his pediatrician was a little concerned at our last visit due to Mishael’s low weight gain; however, Mishael grew three centimeters, so he’s obviously not starving. After talking with several other moms (including my own), I decided to chalk it up to MR’s lack of weight gain to (1) his active lifestyle — the kid does not sit still! — and (2) his transition to solid food.
Finger lickin' good!
Yes, we’re in the transitioning mode to solids, which includes a new array of sights and smells on both the dinner table as well as the changing table!
The transition has been an interesting cultural experience. When we began feeding Mishael solids, his pediatrician wrote out an elaborate schedule, which included a variety of things that I disagreed with (i.e. starting out on a mixture of foods, including citrus fruits, etc.), so I smiled, nodded, and carefully tucked the schedule in MR’s folder for safe keeping. Then I proceeded to begin asking mom-friends and researching on the internet how to transition to solids.
My training has included making baby food, which is not difficult to do but it is time consuming as the only dishwasher in our house walks around on two feet and answers to “mommy.” Then again, most baby-oriented tasks are time-consuming, aren’t they? So little-by-little we’re making progress, enjoying the adventure every step of the way!
After this meal with squash, Mishael lost the privilege of eating on the couch. Anyone wonder why!
Brazilian bananas must have a stronger taste as evidenced in Mishael's initial reaction; however, they're now a favorite, especially when mixed with apple.
Mishael playing with his food (sweet potatoes and spinach).
"What do you mean there's no more mango!?"
You may notice the varying background in Mishael’s meal pictures. That’s because until a week ago, we didn’t have a high chair for him, which presented some inconveniences but was definitely d0-able. (We “secured” him to a stack of plastic chairs.) Now, however, we’ve upgraded to a Fisher Price booster seat (a special thanks to the Dennis Family Freight Co.) and Mama Bear has never been happier. Who knew how much a tray and a seatbelt — oh, and a washable surface! — could simplify mealtime! But it’s the little things that keep life exciting!
Nothing "beets" a new high chair for this happy boy!
