For the Record

Dane had his 6 month check-up today. Here are his stats:

Height: 28 inches (90%)
Weight: 15 lb 4oz (20%)
Head Circumference: 42.25 cm (20%)

* Dane's growth spurt in height was so large from last visit that no one believed it. 3 different nurses measured him, resulting in 3 different measurements. Each measurer after the 28 inches mushed him up higher into the wall until Dane began crying from his squished head! I'd rather them record whatever number they like rather than smush my little boy any more, so I actually picked him up, without a word, mid-3rd measure. They last number recorded was 27.25 inches.
* It's funny because the doctors and nurses all talked about how big Dane's head was when he was born. Ever since his one month well-visit his head has measured small. This paired with his slenderness and length gives our baby the form of a Q-tip.
* His weight is lower than most 6 month olds, but breastfed babies are usually less chunky than those formula fed, and the doctor chalks a lot of it up to genes as well. Still, she wants Dane a little more round, and now that she's approved him getting more solids (he has reflux and digestive concerns), we think he'll put on weight. The doctor says he'll just never have the typical baby fat and that he is healthy just the same.
* NOT so healthy is our poor little guy's ear infection! He's been tugging on his ear for a few days now and we knew enough to ask them to check. He'll be on amoxicillin for a while and then we'll re-check him. As common and minimal a problem as it is, it just breaks our hearts that he's under the weather. Send your well wishes and prayers his way.
*As if Dane isn't dealing with enough, the doctor said he is cutting teeth. This is the same doctor that confirmed Dane was teething at 4 months and still no teeth, so I'll believe it when I see it!