I still cant believe how fast our little boy is growing up! This morning he had his 9 month checkup. His stats were as follows......
Weight: 15 pounds, 7.8 ounces (under 5th percentile)
Height: 27 inches (10-25th percentile)
Head: 17 5/8 inches (25-50th percentile)
He did so well at his appointment. I thought because of his age he might be more fearful but he really wasnt. He didnt have to get any shots but he did get a finger prick to check his iron level. He didnt even shed one tear and his level was good! His low weight was our only concern, if any. The doctor said its normal for breastfed babies to drop their weight at this age because they are much more active. We are just going to continue to concentrate on 3 meals of solids per day along with snacks. I do believe that my milk supply could be starting to decline so we may also start supplementing with a bit of formula after he nurses. They will just check his weight next time, at his 1 YEAR APPOINTMENT! It is scheduled for Sep 9th. I cant believe that will be his next appointment. Boy, did this first year go fast! On the way home from this appointment I was thinking about my baby turning a year old and found myself shedding some tears. I'm sure there will be even more as that first birthday rapidly approaches.
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