Annual Physical - Jordan (3) and Gigi (almost 6)

Last week, Jordan went to camp for the first time this summer with Gigi.  He had SO much fun that he is going to go back next week for 3 days.

He also had to go to the doctor for his physical.  As you can tell from this picture, he was not so pleased.  The second he looked at Dr. H he started crying.  We are growing giants here.

Jordan was 39.5 inches (85th percentile) and 35.5 lbs (80th percentile).  He grew almost 5 inches from last year and 6.5 lbs.

Gigi was 46 inches (75th percentile) and 45 lbs (55th percentile), 5 lbs and 4 inches more than last year.

Look at this brave boy about to get his shots.  The nurse gave him these two toys to hold onto that light up and he didn't even realize he was getting shots.  He is almost smiling in this photo.

A price pretzel after the doctor and some fun on 3rd Street in Santa Monica.

Dentist Visit

We went to the dentist yesterday and the kids did great.  I think they both agree that the dentist is a lot more fun than the regular doc.  No pricks just a few prods.  Gigi got cake batter toothpaste and found a toothpaste she likes that we never tried (Colgate bubble gum).  Jordan was a little nervous, but did great!

No cavities, Mom!

One Year Doctor Visit

The update is that Jordan got shorter and fatter since he went to Dr. H at 10 months old. He is now in the 60th percentile for weight (23 lbs +) and in the 45th percentile for height 29 3/4 inches. Gigi was about 2 lbs lighter and 3/4 inch taller when she was one.

Jordan DID not like going to the doctor. He started crying before he was even being checked on. He is very aware of what happens there and would rather be somewhere else. Too bad we can't use the lollipop as a bribe....yet.

Jordan's 10 month appointment

Jordan went to see Dr. Hamilton for his 10 month appointment. He faked an ear infection and didn't have to have any shots! He is 21 lbs. 2 oz (55th percentile) and 29 inches (50th percentile). I was 29 inches at 9 months....he is catching up!

His head is still 80th percentile (18 1/2 inches). Look at the way he is eyeballing the nurse!

Jordan's 8 month appointment

Jordan was 19 lbs 6 oz and 27.5 inches long today at his 8 month appointment (at 9 months, I was 20 lbs, 5 oz and 29 inches, so I think he might go past me soon). He was 50th percentile for height and weight and 85th for head circumference. I also had a big head!

Jordan's - 5 and 6 month Dr. appointments

Last month, Jordan weighed 14 lbs, 7 oz (20%) and was 25.5 inches long (45%). This month, at his 6 month appointment, he gained another 2 lbs to 16 lbs, 7 ounces (30%) and is 26 inches long (40%). Compared to me, he is only 8 ounces less (I was 16 lbs, 15 ounces) and one inch shorter (I was 27 inches). For a guy that was born little, he sure is catching up and keeping Mama up at night as he eats and grows!

4 Month Checkup

Today was Jordan's 4 month checkup with Dr. Hamilton. He is getting BIG! He weighed 12 lbs, 10 oz (2 lbs, 2 oz more than a month ago) and is now in the 10th percentile for weight (up from 5th). He is 24 1/4 inches (25th percentile for height up from 20th) and 16 3/8 inch head circumference (25th percentile up from 20th). He grew 1 1/4 inches in a month!

Dr. Seuss said that he can start having rice cereal twice a day. I can't wait to help Mama feed him!

3 year and 3 month visit to Dr. Seuss

Jordan and I went together to see Dr. Seuss for our 3 month (Jordan) and 3 year (me) visit. You can see we were both just as thrilled to be there! I weighed 32 lbs (65%) and am 38.5 inches tall (70%)....Jordan grew to 23 inches (20%) and weighed 10 lbs 8.5 oz (5%). He is still small (maybe not tiny), but is gaining in his height. Mama thought he looks pudgier, but still only 5th percentile for weight. The best news is I don't have to go back until next year....Jordan next month!

Jordan's Two Month Doctor Appointment - He's Growing!

Jordan is not as tiny as he used to be. He went to Dr. Seuss (I mean, Dr. Hamilton) yesterday and he weighed in at 8 lbs, 11 oz. On his last visit 16 days ago, he was 7 lbs, 11 oz, so he has gained 16 ounces....exactly what Dr. Hamilton wants (an ounce a day). He was 21 3/4 inches (gained 3/4 inch), so he is still 15% for height and 5% for weight and 10% for head circumference (15 inches).

Here is a picture of my brother from Friday. He fell asleep and grabbed on to Mama's necklace.

Jordan Update - Smiling and Heavyweight Champ

This week, Jordan started smiling....more than just the sleeping smiles that some people say are from gas. The above picture was taken by my friend Julie at the hospital on June 23 when Jordan was 1 day old. He sure looks like he was smiling.

Jordan is a heavyweight now. As of Friday, he reached my birthweight (I was 8, 2.6 and he was 8, 2.2). Mama went to the lactation consultant again and he gaind 8 ounces in 7 days!! So, that is more than an ounce a day. Mama and Jordan are doing a great job!

In addition to smiling, Jordan sometimes sticks his tongue out at me!

6 week doctor visit...Jordan is still tiny

Jordan is still tiny....and he sleeps a LOT...

But, sometimes he knows when Mama is taking a photo and he takes a peek

On August 4th, Jordan was 21 inches (15th percentile) and he weighed 7 lbs, 6 oz....the pediatrician wasn't worried, but Mama was. Jordan is supposed to gain 1 oz per day and he only gained 5.5 oz in 13 days. He is now less than 5% for weight. So, Mama was ordered to go see the LC (Lactation Consultant) and come back for another report card 3 days later. In 3 days, Jordan gained 5.5 oz!! The same amount he had gained in 13 days before. So, he is now 7 lbs, 11.5 oz. Doesn't he look like he has some chunk on his legs?

But, compared to Mama's hands, he is still TINY.

Next visit: 2 months of age in 2 weeks

July in Photos

Canoeing on the canals with Bryon and Safia...

My first sushi...

At 2 weeks old, Jordan was past his birth weight. Dr. Hamilton was very happy.

Farmers Markets in Venice and Santa Monica (below my tree hugging friend, Meazi!)

Picking tomatoes from my crop!

The appearance of a smile...

Jordan's first bath....he is wearing my baby towel!

Is this me or Baby Jordan?

I spent hours having Grandpa help me with Playdoh within moments of him arriving at my house

My very first pancakes! Can you believe I never tried them before?

My first field trip with school...

Mother's Beach...