So...I missed 7 months, but here is the 7.5 month update:
- Carter's world right now is UP! He always wants to stand and can pull to a stand very easily. Once he stands, he is always looking up and trying to find a way to get higher. I think that we might have the beginning of a climber on our hands. In the past few days he has become much better at lowering himself from standing, but still has a number of crashes.
- He has started eating puffs and crackers. I read in my parenting book that 7 month olds "should be able to" eat a cracker. Really? I had no idea. I thought, well he must be behind in that area because there is no way that he could feed himself a cracker. Well, this is perfect example of giving your children room to grow. Yesterday, Matt and Carter visited me at work and we gave him a saltine, and he had no problem eating it! Who knew! So, the only reason that he was not able to do this was because I never even thought to try. He really enjoys the little puffs too and they are good for his fine motor skill development.
- Carter has decided that standing in his crib is much more fun than sleeping. Yesterday, Matt got him up from his nap to find the mobile in pieces and thrown across the room as well as Carter's pants and socks off! He will talk to himself and play happily in his crib for a long time before falling asleep. And, we were not fast enough with the rail guards and now have some lovely teeth marks in the wood of the crib. Good thing we bought a cheap crib!
- Last week, Carter went on a two day nursing strike. I was very emotional and thought that my nursing days were coming to an end, but he picked right back up. I was very relieved!
- He is a great solid food eater. Mashed kiwi has been the only food that he has rejected so far. I think the consistency with the seeds and the bitter texture was not appealing.
- Carter loves blankets. Whether in his carseat, crib, or stroller he gets really excited when you cover him with a blanket. When he sleeps in his crib now he cuddles with the blanket and sucks on it some (takes after his mother).
- I think that Carter is starting to look more and more like Matt. They really are two peas in a pod to me.
- Riley is slowly but surely warming up to Carter and has been letting him get closer and crawl on him more.
- His first Halloween was uneventful. I had to work all day/night, and Matt wasn't overly excited about a costume, so we went with an orange striped onsize and called it a day. Carter helped Matt pass out candy to the trick-or-treaters.
- I think that he weighs around 18 pounds. Our scale in the bathroom is one of his favorite toys. He loves to crawl over and bang on it and watch the red numbers.
- He is definitely all over the place and can destroy something in moments. It is getting harder to multitask when watching him.
- Carter is still a very happy kid. He really does not cry much at all. Strangers are always remarking on how happy he is because he just loves to smile at everyone.
He is a wonderful, amazing child and it is so intriguing to watch him grow and develop! We love you so much little buddy!
Monday, November 1, 2010
Monday, October 4, 2010
Update on Life
I have been a bit absent recently, but I think I have managed to catch up on blogging today.
Our recent excitement with Carter includes the following:
- He is pulling himself up on things. He still has not thought to try this in the crib yet, but I know that the day will be here soon when I walk in and he is standing up waiting for me.
- His fine motor skills seem to be the area where he is changing the most. Just watching him play and hold toys I can see how much he has developed.
- His diet is expanding, and he really does not hesitate when trying new foods. Green beans are the only thing so far that he hesitates about. And, I don't really blame him - they smell nasty!
- Changing a diaper/clothes = a wrestling match. Matt is firmer and is more successful than I have been recently. I guess it surprises me at how much force it really does take to hold him down.
- More and more each day he knows Matt and I more. This is a wonderful feeling. : ) Especially when he is hungry, he loves to see me. : )
- We have still not had to introduce formula, but this month I have surgery which might possibly kill me, so in anticipation of craziness we just bought our first can of formula. : (
So, residency updates - like I said, I start general surgery tomorrow. It is going to be crazy and intense and I am really not looking forward to it. I just have to keep telling myself that it is only one month, and I can do anything for a month. I have eight 24++ hour calls which, from what I hear, are all very busy. With this all said, I would love your prayers and good vibes if you have any to send my way. Our whole family will need them this month. I am so glad that I have Matt to stand by my side and support me through these times.
Our recent excitement with Carter includes the following:
- He is pulling himself up on things. He still has not thought to try this in the crib yet, but I know that the day will be here soon when I walk in and he is standing up waiting for me.
- His fine motor skills seem to be the area where he is changing the most. Just watching him play and hold toys I can see how much he has developed.
- His diet is expanding, and he really does not hesitate when trying new foods. Green beans are the only thing so far that he hesitates about. And, I don't really blame him - they smell nasty!
- Changing a diaper/clothes = a wrestling match. Matt is firmer and is more successful than I have been recently. I guess it surprises me at how much force it really does take to hold him down.
- More and more each day he knows Matt and I more. This is a wonderful feeling. : ) Especially when he is hungry, he loves to see me. : )
- We have still not had to introduce formula, but this month I have surgery which might possibly kill me, so in anticipation of craziness we just bought our first can of formula. : (
So, residency updates - like I said, I start general surgery tomorrow. It is going to be crazy and intense and I am really not looking forward to it. I just have to keep telling myself that it is only one month, and I can do anything for a month. I have eight 24++ hour calls which, from what I hear, are all very busy. With this all said, I would love your prayers and good vibes if you have any to send my way. Our whole family will need them this month. I am so glad that I have Matt to stand by my side and support me through these times.
Savannah
Carter, Matt, and I headed to Savannah so that I could attend a conference. I attending meetings in the morning and then we explored the city.
We joked about the fact that our whole trip focused around food - Carter nurse and eat breakfast, Matt go get breakfast, Colleen back to nurse, nap, Carter lunch, Matt and Colleen lunch, nap, Carter dinner, Matt and Colleen dinner Carter nurse, bed. Good thing there were lots of yummy places to eat.
The last time I was in Savannah was in 5th grade with Girl Scouts. How things have changed!
The last time I was in Savannah was in 5th grade with Girl Scouts. How things have changed!
Hilton Head
Home!
Tuesday, September 21, 2010
Vacation!
This week is one of my two weeks of vacation this year! Unfortunately, Matt has to work, so we are spending time with the family in Atlanta. On Thursday, we are going to meet Matt in Hilton Head for a long weekend. Poor Matt is really missing Carter while we are away. Here are some things about our trip:
- Our "go boy" does not want to spend time in the car seat. It was a wearing car trip from Charlotte to Atlanta. We managed to only stop once, but there was a lot of baby crying a long the way. Could have been worse, but was not fun.
- I had assumed that he would have no problem with Henna and Sierra because he so loves Maggie and Riley. I thought he would actually just think that they were the same dogs - one yellow and one black. Well, stupid me underestimating my child, he was scared of Henna and screamed when she came near him at first. Now, he is totally fine with them, but he had to feel them out. I guess he does know Maggie and Riley.
- I learned why stay at home moms do not usually get dressed up - I have been covered with spit up and baby food! Usually, I am not around him by myself for whole days at a time and didn't realize really what a messy job it is taking care of a 6 month old on your own.
- We have really enjoyed visiting with family and friends. We miss this in Charlotte!
- Pictures and videos to come when we get home!
- Our "go boy" does not want to spend time in the car seat. It was a wearing car trip from Charlotte to Atlanta. We managed to only stop once, but there was a lot of baby crying a long the way. Could have been worse, but was not fun.
- I had assumed that he would have no problem with Henna and Sierra because he so loves Maggie and Riley. I thought he would actually just think that they were the same dogs - one yellow and one black. Well, stupid me underestimating my child, he was scared of Henna and screamed when she came near him at first. Now, he is totally fine with them, but he had to feel them out. I guess he does know Maggie and Riley.
- I learned why stay at home moms do not usually get dressed up - I have been covered with spit up and baby food! Usually, I am not around him by myself for whole days at a time and didn't realize really what a messy job it is taking care of a 6 month old on your own.
- We have really enjoyed visiting with family and friends. We miss this in Charlotte!
- Pictures and videos to come when we get home!
6 months!
It is hard to believe that our little buddy is already 6 months old!
Here are some fun facts:
- Weight 16lbs 9oz (35th%) and length 29cm (40th%)
- No problem scooting around everywhere. Mostly does an army type crawl with his left arm and right leg doing the majority of the work. Now he is starting to get up on his knees a lot more.
- Right now he is a teething mess! Poor thing has FOUR teeth coming in on the top and THREE on the bottom. Yes, that makes seven teeth total coming in for a total of 9 teeth. He will have a full mouth of teeth here shortly and be ready for some steak.
- He is doing great with solid food. When trying a new food, he doesn't really hesitate much at all and doesn't spit the food out. His menu right now includes: rice and oatmeal cereal, plain yogurt, apples, bananas, sweet potatoes, and avacados. It is fun expanding his diet!
- He can stand holding on to something all on his own.
- He loves grabbing faces and hair right now. His favorite is to play with my lips while he is nursing. He is a multi-tasker.
- Even through his teething, he is a very happy kid. Everywhere we go people comment on how happy he is. He loves to flirt with everyone.
- He continues to be a great sleeper. He takes three naps a day (sometimes four!) and sleeps about 10-11 hours at night. Thank goodness for small miracles!
- He can sit up all on his own, however, this does not interest him much at all. He quickly flops down on his belly. And, when I say flop, it is more like falls and bangs his head on the floor. Definitely need some work in the sit to lay transition.
- We have transitioned to bathing in the tub without his infant tub. He was getting quite cramped in his tub, so he likes the freedom to move around the tub. He enjoys laying on both his back and stomach and swimming all around.
- He continues to do wonderfully at day care. They certainly do love him there too. Pretty much everytime I am there they go on and on about what a happy baby he is. And, frequently, we find him hanging out with the cook in the kitchen, the director in her office, etc. He seems to be a pretty popular dude.
Here are some fun facts:
- Weight 16lbs 9oz (35th%) and length 29cm (40th%)
- No problem scooting around everywhere. Mostly does an army type crawl with his left arm and right leg doing the majority of the work. Now he is starting to get up on his knees a lot more.
- Right now he is a teething mess! Poor thing has FOUR teeth coming in on the top and THREE on the bottom. Yes, that makes seven teeth total coming in for a total of 9 teeth. He will have a full mouth of teeth here shortly and be ready for some steak.
- He is doing great with solid food. When trying a new food, he doesn't really hesitate much at all and doesn't spit the food out. His menu right now includes: rice and oatmeal cereal, plain yogurt, apples, bananas, sweet potatoes, and avacados. It is fun expanding his diet!
- He can stand holding on to something all on his own.
- He loves grabbing faces and hair right now. His favorite is to play with my lips while he is nursing. He is a multi-tasker.
- Even through his teething, he is a very happy kid. Everywhere we go people comment on how happy he is. He loves to flirt with everyone.
- He continues to be a great sleeper. He takes three naps a day (sometimes four!) and sleeps about 10-11 hours at night. Thank goodness for small miracles!
- He can sit up all on his own, however, this does not interest him much at all. He quickly flops down on his belly. And, when I say flop, it is more like falls and bangs his head on the floor. Definitely need some work in the sit to lay transition.
- We have transitioned to bathing in the tub without his infant tub. He was getting quite cramped in his tub, so he likes the freedom to move around the tub. He enjoys laying on both his back and stomach and swimming all around.
- He continues to do wonderfully at day care. They certainly do love him there too. Pretty much everytime I am there they go on and on about what a happy baby he is. And, frequently, we find him hanging out with the cook in the kitchen, the director in her office, etc. He seems to be a pretty popular dude.
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