18 Month Appt

We've got some work to do.  Although still not very concerned with her lack of weight gain, her doctor is concerned that she is falling farther behind.  She looks healthy, acts healthy and for the next three months we will try to pack on the pounds by giving her extra milk, peanut butter, avocado and other healthy fats.  I swear her activity level is through the roof which causes her to burn all her calories.  Besides the weight issue, she's on target for everything else.  She's interested in the potty, teeth look great, sleeping well, and a very well adjusted little gal.  "Keep up the good work" is the best compliment parents can get, right?

It never fails that when Abby is scheduled for a well visit we always call with sick related questions and this week was no different.  Monday was a call about the rash around her month and we were told to put hydrocortisone cream on.  Check.  On Wednesday I called because Abby had woken up SCREAMING in the middle of the night wanting milk and food.  All signs (low grade fever, ear tugging, hands in the mouth) pointed toward teeth until I noticed a bit of blood in her ear.  Abby's temperament was normal so she rested comfortably with Tylenol and we decided to wait to bring her to have her ears checked.  Of course, she ends up with double ear infections.  Nice job, Momma and Daddy.  After three middle of the night screaming fits which have resulted in ear infections, we promise we've learned our lesson.  

Here are her stats:  18 months vs 15 months

Weight: 18.14 vs 18.4 pound
Length: 30 1/2" vs 30 1/4"
Head circumference: 46cm vs 45 cm

She's growing!   Now if she could just keep on the weight we'll all be happy to campers.  She's welcome to have some of the stored fat from my behind that my body thinks is necessary to hang onto.