15 months & growing

Oliver had his 15 month check up with Dr Stoll and she said he is doing perfectly!  He is 31 inches long (50%) and weighs a little over 22 lbs (25%).  We also had a follow up with Dr Young at the ENT Clinic and he said his ears look great and he doesn't need to see us for 6 months...after 2 tubes surgery and numerous ear infections it was felt good to put that behind us. 

What is Oliver up to lately?

• Gets up around 6:30a, naps from 12-2p, and then hits the hay around 8p
• Loves eating food although is becoming more picky... he isn't in love with his vegetables like he used to be and the only meat he likes is chicken.  We're not too surprised considering mom & dad are uber picky as well. 
• He is doing a great job of mastering his gross motor skills- he can jump, run, spin in circles until he falls down from being dizzy, climbs the stairs and is a pro at climbing up onto the couch.
• Says several words but doesn't use them much...he still whines and points to things.  He runs to the kitchen and points to what food he wants or he goes to his crib when he is ready for bed.
• Loves all things water- from swimming to baths to splashing in puddles.
• Has started showing some separation anxiety- but not too much.  He knows the people he likes being around and isn't shy but yet is cautious of new people.
• His favorite thing to do is dance- he is a dancing fool.  He loves music and the first thing he does in the morning is go to the radio, turn it on, and dances.  It is adorable!
• He is absolutely a boy- I don't care what people say but there is a clear distinction between boys and girls.  he loves trucks, wheels, cars, and all things mechanical. 

We're having a blast- he is such a joy to be around.  His tantrums are even cute!  We spend as much time as we can outside running, playing, and climbing on the playground.  He loves going down the slides and then trying to climb back up them.  We love it when he holds us tight or the moments when he'll lay down and cuddle with us.

Oliver James- you make our life complete.