We had Eliana's well-baby check-up yesterday - it went really well! She's doing great developmentally and is right on track. I was a little worried since she doesn't roll over (we know she can, but she's only done it once in the last several months). However, her pediatrician assured me that she's doing just fine and most likely she doesn't roll because she doesn't like where it gets her or just plain doesn't see the need. Stubborn little thing... She has started to enjoy being on her tummy now, though. Well, for a little while anyway. She pretends she's a fish swimming, will stop, look around, and then rest her head on the ground for a few seconds before continuing to swim. It's so cute!
Otherwise, Ellie is a typical 9 month old. She's a pretty happy child and we love seeing her toothy grin. She has discovered cause and effect - for instance, throwing her cup on the floor and watching mommy or daddy pick it up again. She is a very social little thing and loves getting attention. She hasn't developed any stranger anxiety (yet, anyway) and absolutely LOVES going to her daycare once a week to watch all the older kids run around and play. She also gets to spend 1 hour each day at the activity center at our gym while Nick and I get our workouts in.
Ellie's most favorite thing to do, though, is still to get out of the house and go with mom and dad to wherever it is we are going. Ever since she was a newborn, she has enjoyed getting out and about. Whether it's a restaurant, the grocery store, or a friends house - it can be a couple hours past her bedtime, and she will be happy as a clam so long as she's around all the action. It's actually been quite nice for Nick and I - we've been able to take her with us most places. It saves a ton on babysitting costs! Plus, several of our friends have kids Ellie's age and it's fun to see her around them.
(Photos: Jaxyn, Moe, & Ellie; Ellie & Mia)
Ellie's Measurements:
Weight - 19 lbs 7 oz - 65th%
Height - 29.7 inches (More like 30.5 inches) - 99th%
Head - 48 cm - 100% Off The Charts!
Can't believe Eliana's 9 months already! Did you put her on her hands looking at Mya? She doesn't seem to mind being on her tummy in that picture! Too cute!
ReplyDeleteLook at Ellie! She is growing up TOO fast! I love the new blog colors...CUTE! I am glad you have a sensible doctor about the rolling thing. Your Ellie looks like she is developing PERFECTLy in a happy family who is so lucky to have her Royal Sweetness! We love you all!
ReplyDeleteCute update!!
ReplyDeleteEllie is getting so big! How are house things going?