One Year Check Up!

Today, Delanie had her one-year check up. Developmentally, Delanie is right on target. She is still only taking 1-2 steps on her own, but this is normal for her age. She stands and cruises easily around the room, using furniture. She has perfected the pincher grasp to pick up cheerios, dirt in the carpet, and the dog food crumbs she insists on eating. Her social skills are on target, as demonstrated by the way she plays ball or peekaboo. She has even started clapping to songs in the car.

As far as Delanie's growth - she is consistantly above her peers. Her official weight is 24 lbs, 6 oz (95th %ile) and height is 31.5 inches (>97th %ile). Dr. Durand says this year will say a lot in terms of her adult height - she will either even out and not gain much height, or she will continue to measure taller than her peers, suggesting a very tall height potential. And, again, we went through the family history, to confirm that Delanie's "genetic potential" is not that of the Jolly Green Giant, based upon her short parents.

Since turning 1, Delanie has decided to start throwing tantrums. Many of you who saw her last weekend are thinking, "No, not that perfect little Laniebug!" Sadly, it's true. And, while her behavior is, again, completely developmentally normal, it is a little frustrating for her parents nonetheless. We got a few books this afternoon and have asked some experienced folks for suggestions. Our research has helped us empathize with Delanie, she is going through a huge transformation - she is going from being completely dependent on us to being pretty independent. And, as parents, we are learning that as soon as we feel comfortable and confident at one stage of Delanie's life, she goes and grows a bit more.