12-Month Checkup

Last Wednesday, Sofia and I went up to Fargo for her 12-month well-baby check. She now weighs 23 pounds 3 ounces and is 29 3/4 inches long. She ranges in the 75th percentile for both. The doctor examined her and found her to be doing just fine. She was a little concerned about Sofia (still) not having any teeth. In fact, she said that in the 6 years that she had been a pediatrician, Sofia was only the 3rd twelve-month old to not have any teeth. After examining her gums to make sure they looked okay (which they did), she said that the teeth were right there, and she wouldn't be surprised if the bottom and top ones finally popped out in the next month. Here's hoping! :) Other than that, she was tracking right on course. She isn't walking yet, but she's quite the cruiser, and in her playyard she "walks" from one end to the other. I think she could walk if she wanted, but she doesn't quite have the confidence yet. That's okay by me, she's growing up too fast for my taste anyhow. After the doctor was done, it was time for the shots. Sofia had to receive 3 boosters and one blood withdrawal. She did really well. I gave her her blankie and pacifier beforehand, but the shots still made her cry, and almost me too. But, she recovered quickly. Then, it was down to the lab for the blood draw. She cried when the tech poked her again, but before we left the lab room, Sofia was waving bye-bye to the tech so I guess she didn't hold any hard feelings. She's a pretty brave little girl. I don't think I could have handled that many shots in one day. She did really well; I was so proud of her.

Earlier in the day, we had gone to Sears and had her 12-month pictures taken. Click here to take a look. It was a long day, but she handled it really well. Must be the maturity that comes with turning a year old. :)