Harper had her six month doctor's appointment today at our new pediatrician in Denver. I am very happy with the new pediatrician based on today's visit. They describe their practice as "integrative" and "holistic," which is in line with the way that Andy and I are raising her. They are all MDs but use herbal and homeopathic remedies where applicable and try to avoid prescription medications unless necessary.
Harper is no longer our well-proportioned, everything in the 50th percentile baby. (Not that it's a problem, she's absolutely perfect in our eyes!) She weighs 15 pounds, 14 ounces and is 25 inches long. She is in the 50% for weight, 30% for height (I was pretty sure that her chances of being tall were minimal!) and 55% for head circumference. The doctor gave me the go-ahead to introduce solid foods on a regular basis and said that she should have 2 meals a day worth of solids. We have introduced a few things but she has never really eaten more than a tablespoon or two, and honestly, most of that has ended up on her bib. I have been a having a great time preparing and freezing a variety of foods for her, now I am excited to start really feeding her. Even more than that, I am excited that I will no longer be her sole food source. I have loved every moment of breastfeeding and plan to continue until she wants to stop, but I am happy that it won't be all me from here on.
Grandma Messier ("Anna") comes into town tomorrow for 4 days. Normally, it snows every time that Anna comes out here, whether it's June, August or October and we're wondering if the trend will continue with this visit. It already snowed this morning - about 4 inches - and will be 75 by Wednesday, so maybe she missed it this time! We are very excited for her visit and plan to take Harper to the Denver Zoo for the fist time. I also plan on going to yoga since I will have a live-in babysitter, which I am thrilled about!
Monday, April 27, 2009
Thursday, April 23, 2009
Wednesday, April 22, 2009
Harper & Luke
Two of Andy's friends from college, Susan & Justin, recently welcomed an adorable baby boy into their family so Harper and I headed up to their house for a visit with Luke. I'm sure that they will eventually get along, but Harper's version of playing right now seems to involve rolling over onto her playmates and grabbing their hair, ears, clothes and poking them in the eye. I think it's something she picked up from her cousin Luca the last time we were in Connecticut.
Assessing her friend:
Preparing to attack:
Going in for the attack:
Luke surrenders:
Separated & safely back in their carseats:
On a serious note, we had a wonderful visit and I can't deny that seeing a baby so sweet & new made me want another one!
Assessing her friend:
Preparing to attack:
Going in for the attack:
Luke surrenders:
Separated & safely back in their carseats:
On a serious note, we had a wonderful visit and I can't deny that seeing a baby so sweet & new made me want another one!
Tuesday, April 21, 2009
Friday, April 17, 2009
Monday, April 13, 2009
Sunday, April 12, 2009
Trip to Ohio
We took a trip to Ohio over the last weekend of March to visit Andy's family. Harper's Aunt Elizabeth got to meet her namesake for the first time. Aunt Biz is volunteering as a teacher for the year in Yakima, Washington and was unable to be with us during our trip to Ohio over Thanksgiving. We were happy to spend time with Andy's family and friends, including Harper's cousin Lucy, who turned 2 in February.
Thursday, April 9, 2009
Monday, April 6, 2009
Sunday, April 5, 2009
Playing with Hadley
Hadley is the 21-month daughter of friends of Andy's from home (Cleveland). We were lucky to be able to visit with them while we in Ohio recently. The two girls were very sweet on the floor together. It was good practice for Hadley, who will become a big sister to twin boys this summer!
Wednesday, April 1, 2009
This is what I look like
when I'm waiting for my daddy to come home, read my stories and say my prayers.
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