4 month statistics:
18 pounds; 10 ounces (97%)
26 inches long (86%)
(I think he is longer because the 3 mo. measurement was 26.5".. hmmm)
I measured him at about 26.5"-27"
I loved this picture because it shows his frequent exploration of new things.
Developments & Things to Remember:
-has several tones: loud, very loud, screaming, and soft and sweet
-smiles & laughs often
-is starting to be ticklish
-has been rolling from back to front for a month
-just started rolling front to back
-wears size 3 diapers (often leaks out)
-wears 6-9 months clothes
-enjoys sitting up supported (likes bumbo)
-still loves his baths
-took his first swim in a pool and enjoyed it (June 25th)
-bedtime is around 8pm to 8am
-very inconsistent in nighttime sleeping patterns
-rolls all around in crib
-scoots from one end to the other crawling with his feet and pushing on his face
-enjoys sleeping on his belly
-needs to fuss or cry to put himself to sleep
-needs a 40 min. nap exactly 2 hours after morning wake up & then another one 2 hours after waking up
-has bad eczema on back of legs, arms, neck, and occasionally face
-cradle cap comes and goes
-a little more hair is growing in and looks reddish
-eyes have turned brown like his daddy's
-very observant; looks at all details around the room
-mama sings to him at night & he has started to join in by looking at me and singing softly
-can't get enough of his hands in his mouth- sucks & chews on them all day long
-loves to sleep in the car
-enjoys books & will often mumble sweet sounds during the entire story (especially Forest Friends) & will often pinch my arm because he is concentrating
-holds and shake objects
-his personality is really starting to come out
-we had our first sick visit at 3.5 months (bronchiolitis)
-enjoys most anyone who will hold him
We can't express the joy this boy brings us. Every day is so much fun with our little guy! Thank the Lord!
