Recap of the Week

---Tuesday, 15 March, 2011 --- (15 of 365)

 

Tucker was diagnosed with a double ear infection on Monday, so he got to stay home with Momma.    We had a great day together - makes me wish I got to stay home with him full time.  This working stuff is for the birds!  I am trying very hard to get back into the swing of things at work.  Its hard to remain focused when meetings and emails seem so insignificant when it compares to my baby's smiles.  But unfortunately my baby's smiles do not pay the bills - if they did I would be rich!

---Wednesday, 16 March, 2011 --- (16 of 365)

Tucker playing in his activity center - he loves exploring all the toys on it and could spend hours playing in it.

This picture captures my typical greeting from Cooper every evening when he gets home.  He is so happy to see me and can't wait to tell me how much he loves and misses me.  He is definitely a Momma's boy or as he calls me Ma!

---Thursday, 17 March, 2011 --- (17 of 365)
Yesterday was a jammed packed day - Cooper ENT appointment, Tucker 6 month check-up, Grammy's birthday and St. Patrick's Day.

Cooper went to see the ENT to have his tubes removed.  The tubes popped out a couple of days earlier due to the sinus infection and unfortunately lodged into his ear canal. Cooper was very brave about getting his tubes out and did not shed one tear. The doctor also noticed he had a double ear infection - which could explain the fevers, whining, restless nights and balance issues.  The doctor is recommending that Cooper get a second set of tubes and have his adenoids removed.    We have a follow-up appointment in a month to discuss in more detail.  I followed up with the pediatrican regarding the ENT's recommendation. She reviewed Cooper's file and counted that he has had 7 ear infections with the tubes.  Ugh! Looks like another surgery is in his future!

Tucker turned 6 months old! I can't believe my baby is getting so big - where does the time go?  Tucker had his wellness appointment and an ear check to see how his ear infection from Monday was healing.  The pediatirican was very pleased with his developmental skills and said he was ahead!  She also said the ears looked great - yeah!  Here are his 6 months stats -
Weight - 20 lbs 1 oz (90th percentile)
Height - 27 3/4 inches (90th percentile)
Head Circumference - 18 1/4 inches (130th percentile)
The pediatrician wants to watch his head growth over the next few months to ensure it levels off.  If it does not, then we will need to get a CT scan to ensure everything is normal.  However, the doctor said she was not too worried since a) he is very proportional and a large baby and b) he is ahead of where he should be developmentally.  Therefore she believes it is just genetic and he is going to have a huge noggin'.  Tucker has my father's big head (shape and size exactly) so I am pretty sure it is genetic!  This weekend I will try to get a picture of Gramps holding Tucker so you can see what I mean. Love ya Gramps!

Happy St. Patrick's Day from Tucker & Cooper!!!  My boys look adorable in their green! 

St. Patty's Day is also Grammy's birthday.  I love this picture of Grammy, Cooper, Payton and Maddie in their crowns.  Happy Birthday Grammy!  We had a blast celebrating with you!!!!

---Friday, 18 March, 2011 --- (18 of 365)

Cooper showing off his crocodile shirt this morning.  Crocodiles are his favorite animal right now thanks to Peter Pan. He even loves giving crocodile hugs!  If you are not sure what that is just ask him the next time you see him and he will gladly give you one!