lean and mean

Palmer had his 6 month appointment on Monday and we were surprised to find out he's now in the 25th percentile of weight! 15 pounds 13 ounces & 26.8 inches. He's still in the 75th percentile for height though (not surprised on this one seeing how his clothes fit!). Since his weight gain has slowed down a lot, the doctor seemed a little concerned that he's not getting enough to eat, but I think he's just leveling out. I mean, he nurses every 2 1/2 or 3 hours and stops when he's had enough- certainly if he was still hungry he'd keep nursing!

Palmer's definitely getting more active, thrashing around excitedly in his exersaucer and standing with help whenever he can. Maybe this is why he's trimming down, even with adding solids to his diet! Carrots are still very yummy and I made a cooked apple puree a few days ago that he has enjoyed as well! I have been mixing some rice cereal and breast milk into the apple puree to mellow out the flavor a little bit since he made quite a funny face when I fed it to him plain. It's so easy to peel the fruits or veggies, chop, boil or steam, and blend. I think I'll keep it up and just buy baby food in a pinch if we need it. I, obviously, eat packaged foods, but I like knowing his food doesn't have preservatives, fillers, thickeners and those sorts of things.

In other developmental news, sitting up is hard for Palmer- especially since his legs kick out involuntarily every time he gets excited. This has the unfortunate side effect of throwing one backwards. He's enjoying playing with his Fisher Price stacking rings if you sit him on the floor in front of you for stability. Peekaboo in the mirror is lots of fun too! Well, it's carrot time, bath time, and nap time so off we go!