Four Month Check-Up

Here is the report from our appointment this morning:

Paige weighed in at 10 pounds, 10.4 ounces and her length is 23 inches.  She is just appearing on the bottom of the 4 month growth chart!  This is amazing considering their adjusted age (age according to my due date) is just 2 months now.  Dr. Arnold was very impressed with her alertness and smiles but was a little concerned with her motor development.

Andrew continues to be a bit heavier than his sister and weighed 11 pounds, 8.8 ounces.  His length is 22 inches.  Although he usually has way more head support and strength than his sister, he decided to be lazy in front of the doctor. Of course they never show off when you want them to, right?!?  He was wide-eyed and interactive though and continually reminds everyone about how noisy he is:)

We have our developmental appointment next Monday which will help determine if they need services and what they may need.  Early Intervention has definitely been on the forefront of all of our minds, but we'll see what the recommendations are next week. If they qualify and are lagging already (from their adjusted age), I want to get them in as early as possible so we can catch up quickly.  Dr. Arnold did notice that their interactions, smiles, and personality are closer to their actual age (four months) but that their motor skills are probably even a bit behind a 2 month old.  We have been focusing greatly on tummy time and some strengthening exercises, but I am anxious to get some more tips from the developmentalist.

We did get our shots today, too, and have had a hard day.  Luckily, my mom came over to help out this afternoon since they both are a little needier than normal.  Poor Paige even has a bit of a fever but hopefully her tylenol will kick in soon.  I'm just hoping this doesn't translate into a horrible night....we shall see!