Weight and Height: 15 lbs 6 oz (47th percentile), 25 1/4 inches (44th percentile) - And don't forget head circumference: 17 1/4 (95th percentile)! When we were in Sergeant Bluff Labor Day weekend, he was by a 6 month baby. They had the same size heads. Dom must have a really strong neck since he can hold his melon up so well.
Sleeping patterns: Little dude sleeps through the night mostly, but he absolutely hates napping during the day. He'd rather see what's going on than sleep. Although sometimes he'll pass out when he's not supposed to be sleeping...
Eating habits: He has 6-7 meals per day with 4-7 ounces per feeding. He stares at us when we eat, and will open and close his mouth. His 4-month appointment was today (ugh, more shots), so we got the okay to start him on solids. Hello stinkier poos! We were also pretty sure that he has started to teeth - he gnaws on everything - but the doc said that it's just standard for infants this stage of development and it could be up to nine more months before he gets teeth.
New discoveries he's made: He realizes that he has feet and he's more coordinated when he goes to reach for something. It's fun to watch him explore his hands and feet and the toys on his bouncer. He loves to stare and smile at himself in mirrors.
Accomplishments: He is able to push himself up pretty high when he's on his belly, and he's able to sit up with very little support. He's also much more steady on his feet when we stand him up.
Places he went: He made his second trip to Sergeant Bluff this past month for the annual Craun Labor Day Smokeout. Aside from that, he's just made a few trips around town to the doctor's office and Grandma and Grandpa Carlson's house.
Special friends he's made: Sophie the Giraffe is one of his favorites. He also likes his cousin Brinley - they both were staring at each other last weekend (the weekend he turned 4 months), and he kept giving her his cute little flirty smiles.
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| With his BFF, Sophie. |
Noises and babbles: This little dude is super talkative whenever he gets his diaper changed. It's so cute! He babbles, giggles, laughs, and blows raspberries. Here's a look at what our morning is like:
Firsts:
First sleepovers
August 25th and the weekend of September 8th, Dominic spent the night at Grandma and Grandpa Carlson's house. He did a pretty good job, but was kind of fussy with Grandpa during the Iowa/ISU game. He was just upset that the Hawks lost, and that Grandpa cheered for the wrong team.
Dominic survived his second party in Sergeant Bluff. He was absolutely perfect, and many people asked, "Is he always this good?" Mostly, yes. Yes, he is. And we are incredibly blessed!
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| The cool kids wear black and gold. |
Brian took Dom for his first swim in Eddie's pool when we were back for Labor Day weekend. Let's just say that he wasn't pleased about going into the cold water. He seemed to not mind it as much once Bri stopped dipping him in and out.
Other adventures this month:
Meeting extended family
John and Celine came to visit on their way up to Minnesota a few weeks ago. I was a slacker and forgot my camera at home that day. I can't wait for him to meet all our other extended family!
Wonderful daycare illnesses
What haven't we had? Ear infections, colds, slight fevers, runny noses, pink eye, hives...And of course, he's shared everything with me. Thankfully he heals much faster than me!
Pictures with Bess
Bess came over to take his four month pictures, and Dom actually cooperated! As usual, Bess did a great job, and we have so many great pictures to choose from. Here are a few of our faves:
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| Go Hawks! |
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