Jackson's one year check up

This morning we went for the one year check up. His stats we as follows:

Weight: 17 lbs 12.6 ounces (<5th%)
Height: 29 inches (25th%)
Head: 18 inches (25th%)

So, again this time our main issue is his weight. He is still low for his age but the doctor was happy because at least he is trailing along and not dropping, on the charts. He gave us a few suggestions to get his weight up. We will try less milk and focus more on solids. Although at this point that is tricky because he still has no teeth, which he assured us was normal and can sometimes take up to 18 months. We are gonna try some Pediasure as well, for extra calories We will go back in December to see him for another weight check.

We also discussed his development. Socially and physically he is doing well. It's his language we are going to work on. Some things we want to see: him waving bye bye, saying some words other than da da, and pointing out familiar objects.

Overall, he got a clean bill of health. We are so fortunate to have a happy and healthy little boy!

Little Otter

Tonight was Jackson's first swim lesson. We enrolled him in the Otter Baby 1 class at Little Otter Swim school, which is conveniently located about 3 miles from our house. Swim lessons is something I have been thinking about for Jackson since he was about 6 months old. He goes to class every Wednesday night and each class runs for 30 minutes. There are 5 other babies in his class. One person gets in the water with him during the class. Last night it was me. Dad, grandma, and grandpa were right there watching though. I wasnt sure how Jackson would react because there have been times in the past at the pool and such that he was not a big fan of the water. Tonight was a different story though, he was all smiles as we splashed, sang songs, and tried new skills in the water. I enjoyed the class myself, even more than I thought I would. We cant wait to go back next week!

First Birthday Celebrations

Our little boy is now a toddler. I can hardly believe it. I have to say though, each day is more fun than the one before, as he does new things. His latest accomlishent is learning to walk! Last Wednesday he took multiple steps (like 5 or 6) in a row. Everyday after that he has been adding on to it. Now he pretty much has it down pat. He mostly walks around the house now instead of crawl. It is so cute to watch too!
On to the birthday celebrations. It started the last weekend of August down in Florida at grandma and grandpa Timmons house. We went down there for a few days to visit. We had hopes of getting Jackson to the beach and on the boat for the first time but the weather had other plans for us. It pretty much rained the whole time, but we did get to have a family birthday celebration for Jackson and Brittney, who had a birthday at the beginning of August. It was a lot of fun to spend some time with Toby's side of the family.

Opening a present from Aunt Britt

I cant believe he kept the hat on!

Grandpa coming out with the cake

The next celebration, on his actual bithday, was with my side of the family. Aunt Chris, Unlce Bob, Kyle, Katie, and Delaney arrived that evening. Steph and Patrick came the next morning. We had a nice dinner and gave Jackson some of his presents.

Playing on the back deck waiting for our company to arrive

Opening a present

Trying out his new Tot Rod

Last but not least was his animal themed birthday party on Saturday. Which also happened to be the first Gator game of the season. It gave us two reasons to celebrate.  We had a great turn out at his party. It was great spending time with some of our friends that we wish we got to see more often. I think Jackson had a good time but I also think he became overwhelmed at times. We were shocked that he didnt want anything to do with the cake. He just sat in his highchair and cried while everyone stood around him singing and taking pictures. We even tried a second attempt at the cake later that night and he still didnt want anything to do with it. Jackson, along with the other kids, had a lot of fun playing with all the new toys though. We continued the celebrating all weekend long with the Schroeders.

 

                               

     Jackson with his cake after the singing and pictures stopped

   

Opening presents with mommy and daddy

With grandma on the back deck

Ready to relax with a cold beverage after the guests left

Checking out the scene downtown, the next day