Bennett's Six Month Stats

Weight: 13'6"

Height: 27 1/2"

Head: 17"

Well, he's done it. He's off the charts - on the downside. He was 15th percentile at 4 months, and now his weight has dropped him below the chart. Dr. G said she wasn't terribly concerned, given that his head and height are growing, and he has gained a pound since last time. And since he has been revolting against food, that may play into it as well. She suggested going to Stage 2 baby foods and just to keep trying. If I am still concerned in a week or two, I may give him a bottle a day of formula in addition to everything else. She also said that based on his brother's small size as a baby, she wasn't too worried either. Other than the weight issue, he is doing wonderfully. He is active, babbling, laughing, reaching, kicking, even sitting up unassisted for about 10-15 seconds.

I know in my heart of hearts that his weight is really nothing to worry about. The "charts" are based solely on averages. But still, you always want to walk out of the doctor's office feeling like all's well, so this little thing is nagging at me. We'll just have to redouble the eating efforts. What fun. He did get three shots plus the Rotovirus oral. He cried a little but quickly consoled himself when I picked him up. I didn't even nurse him till we got home. He is now sleeping peacefully. Enjoy it, Bennett Boy, because when you wake up, it's chow time!

By the way, his cousin, Caulder, who is 4 months younger than Bennett, now outweighs him by a pound!