6 Month Checkup

Oliver had his 6 month checkup today.  The Dr said he has great gross motor skills and is doing wonderful.  He weighs 17 1/2 lbs (50%) and is 27 1/4 inches long (75%).  He is close to crawling and close to having his first tooth pop through...before I know it my little boy will be running around.  We love him so much and enjoy watching him change everyday.

Da-Da

About a week ago Denny called me one morning and said he wasn't sure if he was hearing things or not but Oliver was saying "da-da"...and since then he says it often!  It's so cute!  I'm working on getting him to say "ma-ma" but right now he seems content with "da-da".

My baby is sick!

It's official.  Oliver is sick... It started with a runny nose a few days ago... then sinus congestion.... but this morning he was miserable.  Crying non stop and wouldn't let us put him down.  We didn't need the doctor to confirm our suspicions but went anyway.  Good thing because in addition to the cold, he had a good fever and ear infection.  So we're giving him antibiotics and rotating tylenol and ibuprofen.  The fever broke this afternoon and he finally started eating (not like normal but at least it's something).  Hopefully he gets some rest tonight...so mom & dad do too!

We hate seeing our boy in some much discomfort.  I can not wait to see him smiling & playing again.

Just for you Grandpa

Oliver meets his Aunt & Uncle

Last weekend Oliver & I took a road trip to the Quad Cities to meet his Uncle Chris & Aunt Sarah (Shea's brother & sister).  Oliver did pretty good on the 6 hour round trip car ride...but I think I'll take a helper along next time.  =)

B is for Bath

Oliver LOVES taking baths.  He gets so excited when I get him undressed and we head to the bathroom.  He is such a water baby- just like his momma & daddy!

Happy Half Birthday Oliver

6 months has gone by and oh so fast.  Oliver has so much personality and is pure joy to be around.  We feel so blessed to watch him grow & change.  We're anxious to see how much he has grown at his 6 month wellness check- I'm thinking close to 18 lbs and 27 inches.  =) We'll see how close I am.  We have introduced pureed food with sweet potatoes being a hit and no interest in carrots.  I'm nervous to give him the sweet taste of fruits for fear he'll be uninterested in vegetables.  I picked a few new things to try so we'll see what happens.  Ideally Oliver will love a variety of foods & not be a picky eater. haha.  Today, he said "da da" so that was quite exciting.  I'm expecting him to crawl soon as well as get his first tooth; it's almost surreal how quick things change.

Oliver loves to give Denny kisses!