6 Month Check-Up

Our six month check up went very well.  I love to hear our doctor say how well they are all doing.  He also calmed my concerns that Ryan and Tyler are not yet rolling over from back to front nor are any of them sitting up unsupported.  Before I told him any of my concerns, he went through a list of milestones he expected them to be doing and not doing.  He said he did not expect any of them to be rolling over back to front or sitting unsupported.  He said Chase acts and looks like a full term 6.5 month old.  He has been rolling over for months now and even sat unsupported for a few seconds for the doctor.  I was worried because I thought the other two were behind, but Chase is just ahead.  As a mom, I find myself taking it personally if they get behind because I feel I'm not doing enough or the right things to help them develop.  I left the office feeling reassured by our doctor that they are all on track and not to worry.

We also found out that Ryan had an ear infection.  We were surprised to hear this since he had not acted  like he felt bad at all.  Ryan is sooo easy going he didn't even fuss about it.  We were so happy we had a check up when we did so it could be treated, plus we didn't have to pay for a sick visit!  When you're on a high deductible plan that is a big deal. Our next check up with be at 9 months and there are no scheduled shots!!! Watching the nurse give each baby 3 shots plus an oral vaccine is not fun at all, so I am so glad we don't have to go through that next time.

6 month check up stats:
Chase continues to be average weight and above average length when compared to a full term baby.

Chase: 17 lbs. 9 oz (50%)    27.3 inches long  (75%)
Ryan: 15 lbs. 14 oz (20%)   26.8 inches long (50%)
Tyler: 16 lbs. 7 oz  (25%)   26.8 inches long (50%)

The boys love to lay on the doctor's table in their diapers and play.