4 Month Check-up

William turned 20 weeks old yesterday and had his 4 month check-up today. He is now 25.75" long and weighs 14lbs 13oz. His height percentile went up slightly while his weight percentile went down - but is still well within the healthy/normal range for his size. Our pediatrician said she thought his lower gums were a little swollen and she thought she felt a sharp edge in there somewhere. So, we may have a tooth coming in soon. She also said he is incredibly strong for his age. He can push up his pelvis so he is on hands and toes (like downward facing dog in yoga). She said that it is very rare for a 4 month old to be able to do that - most are lucky to be on their hands and knees. She said to start the baby proofing now because he'll likely be crawling soon! We are supposed to continue with rice cereal and will get to start adding some baby food in a few weeks. The pediatrician also said that for a baby Will's age and size, he should be able to sleep 8 hours straight at night without feedings. He has regressed in the past few weeks and has been getting up twice a night. We are supposed to cut him off cold turkey - tonight starts the tough love. We're not even supposed to go in to check on him when he's crying because that could anger him more. I'm hoping he's sleepy tonight from the shots he had today... we'll let you know how it goes!

Exersaucer Fun

Will is starting to get the hang of his exersaucer. He really likes to watch the lights on the lizard.

Go Blue!

A great win for Michigan football!

Trip up North

This week, Kristen and Will went up north to the Hofmeyer's cottage with Grandma, Auntie Kate, and Aunt Mara. It was a "Ladies Week + William." We had a really nice, relaxing time. When we got there on Wednesday, we had lunch at Bud's in Interlochen and then went for a nice walk near the cottage. Katie and Aunt Mara went out on the kayaks while we stayed in and played with William. On Thursday, we went in to Traverse City for some shopping and lunch. We spent most of our time in the children's boutique, Cherry Republic, and Morsels (a bakery that only sells bite sized treats). In the afternoon, William did some serious playing and rolling back at the cottage (see video below) and learned that he can shreek (out of happiness, not anger - see other video below). After dinner, we went to Moomer's to see the cows and have some ice cream.

Checking out the cows













I'm ready for a lick of ice cream!









With Mom and the cows

Rolling!

Ahhh!

Exersaucer!

Will started playing with his exersaucer yesterday. It is technically for babies 4+ months of age so he is still on the young end of the spectrum. Although he doesn't fully understand all the exersaucer has to offer, he seems to enjoy grabbing on to the different pieces. He really liked the lizard that lights up and sings songs about colors.

Today is also his 19 week birthday.























Chubby Thighs!

Football Saturday in Ann Arbor

Family photo before the game













We loved the signs on this house!









A view of the stadium addition









Here comes the team









First snap on offense

Hail to the Victors!

Spending Time with "Uncle Andrew"

Phil's friend Andrew came into town on Wednesday for a quick visit in GR before heading to Detroit for the Renaissance Festival. This was his first time meeting William and the two of them bonded right away!

Hanging out in the crib









Outside the GRF Museum












Andrew had him laughing hysterically









Outside the GRAM