First Year Stats

Mason had his official 12 month check-up today. It's amazing how far he's come in just one year. From that tiny little baby in the NICU that couldn't even breath on his own to a very healthy and active 'wobbler'. His pediatrician was very pleased with his progress and development. He got a few icky shots and we were on our way!

12 month stats:

• Weight - 21.6 lbs (30%); Height - 29.75" (50%); Pretty good considering he was in the 10th% in height at 9 mos!
• Eating 3 solid meals, plus 1-2 snacks and lots of formula. We got the go ahead to switch to whole milk, so we'll be transitioning soon. We're still struggling with table food. He just isn't interested and usually makes himself throw up if we force it. The doctor said to be patient and keep trying and he'll eventually get it. I'm a little worried we're going to have a picky eater...
  
• He currently has 5 teeth (2 top and 3 bottom) and we're on the lookout for more any time. I feel like he's been teething constantly for 3 months with no end in sight!
  
• His sleeping has regressed a little since he started teething. He generally sleeps 8pm-6:30am (sometimes earlier - any tips on how we can get him to sleep a little later PLEASE??) and he occasionally wakes up overnight.
• He's VERY vocal - definitely saying 'mama' and 'dada' (and means it). No other 'real' words yet, but almost constant baby jibberish. He thinks he is really having a conversation with you, which is very cute.
• He never sits still and gets around pretty well by scooting and pulling up on anything. We can't take our eyes off of him for a minute. Thankfully, we're almost done baby-proofing!
  

His likes and dislikes haven't changed much since 9 months. He's very social and is happiest when he's with people and other babies. And he LOVES his 'school', especially since moving to the wobbler's class. They have so many daily activities and he is always exhausted when I pick him up (even with 2 hour naps). He adores his teachers and I am so thankful we found such a wonderful daycare!