14 Pounds, 5 Ounces

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I don't know if Zane is now, officially, back on the weight chart; but I don't care. He officially weighs 14 lbs., 5 oz. He has gained 1 lb., 10 oz. since his six-month checkup.

I was pretty upset two weeks ago, but I have since discovered the silver lining: the doctor's orders to add one meal of "solids" and one supplemental bottle of formula to our daily feeding schedule has resulted in a very nice daily routine that Z seems to love. We have achieved eagerness for every spoonful of food presented, with nary a pacifier in sight; and the open mouth, happily anticipating the yummy nutritional goodness, is no longer elusive. It's like a switch was flipped on and now (dare I say it...?) he loves to eat.

He is also sleeping better. It matters not whether the restful sleep is a result of the formula itself, or if the act of drinking a bottle has become an indicator of bedtime. Whatever the reasons, Zane is a happy little kid and that makes life so much fun.

Comments

Keysgal@QuietWater said…
Yippee....that's a great gain for our baby boy. He surely did eat well when I was there last week. Keep up the good work mama and pops! xoxo
July 8, 2008 at 10:50 AM
Chaotic Joy said…
How wonderful that his new schedule that is working for everyone. Sounds like you have a wonderful attitude about the whole thing.
July 9, 2008 at 2:49 PM
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