On February 19th I took the boys to the pediatrician for the littles to have their well-checks. At this point I had been to over 20 doctors appointments (including ped, dentist and concussion clinic), visited the ER 4 times AND spent 6 days at Dell Children’s in the last 4 weeks. So, strolling in to see Dr. Travis was like going to a family reunion. Both boys checked out very well. He did mention that Lincoln had a slight speech delay but we are well aware of that. Lincoln has been in speech therapy for 12 months.
Sweet little Lincoln was having a pretty happy day, which is always a very much appreciated thing.
And now for my favorite part, the stats!
We’ll start with 18 months:
WEIGHT
Lincoln 26 pounds 71%
Baron 28 pounds 8 ounces 80%
Jackson 33 pounds
HEIGHT
Lincoln 33 inches 61%
Baron 35.75 inches 99+%
Jackson 35 inches
HEAD
Lincoln 19.89 inches 99%
Bear 19 inches 61%
Baron at 3 is such a delight. He is super silly and very funny and easy going. He’s very much loving being an older brother to Lincoln but also very loyal to his big brother. If Jackson is in trouble, Baron will stay with him and try to negotiate with me on his behalf. It’s not successful but I love his intense loyalty as I don’t think that’s a very common trait in any child other than a firstborn. He loves to snuggle and cuddle and is very affectionate. Bear has a new “best friend” every time we go anywhere and his teachers always love him. He doesn’t get into trouble at church or school or really anywhere other than home. He’s still a great sleeper and takes good naps. He is still obsessed with Baron Puppy and takes him everywhere and sleeps with him. Baron loves Jesus and really enjoys Bible stories. He’s my precious tiny man and I couldn’t love him more.
He gets quite a bit of attention for his big blue eyes and curly hair. People always comment on how adorable he is and he’s starting to realize the advantages of being cute. If I’m ever upset Baron looks at me and says, “mommy, you can’t be upset, just look at my face!”
Baron is by far the easiest of the boys (at this point, I know that this could change in an instant). He’s not strong-willed and he’s not particularly argumentative. He's definitely fussy when he’s tired but I think that goes with being 4. As with the other boys I’m just so thankful to be Bear’s mommy. He brings such joy and laughter to our home and he is just an all around really cool guy. What can I say, this kid is my heart. I know that I say that about all 3 of my boys but it’s so true. They are all my heart.
Lincoln at 18 months is. . .very fussy. I love this guy with every fiber of my being but man, this is a tough stage for us. He’s precious and loving and cuddly but if I’m not holding him (and doing exactly what he wants), he’s screaming. He’s not a great sleeper and still gets up around 4 times a night to nurse and until he got out of the hospital he basically ate nothing at all. After Dell Children’s he started eating better. Lincoln is a very determined little guy. He will work on something for a very long time and if he wants something he will not give up until he gets it. . .or he passes out. I predict that Lincoln will be much more like Jackson than Baron. Two strong –willed kids. . .thank God that they are so cute and affectionate because man, I’ve got my work cut out for me!
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