The Brute

This morning was Dexter's two month appointment. So, 'round about 11am, Mommy, Daddy and Dexter headed out to see the Dr. Poor Dexter, besides being poked and prodded like normal, he was also due for a few vaccines. The appointment went well. He was content and awesome the whole time even though he was hungry. He smiled and giggled at and talked to the Dr. while she did the exam - it was so cute! As we already knew, his muscle control was fantastic. But Dr. O said she'd almost call his head control acceptable for a 4 month old! Dex had one vaccine by mouth, and two shots - one in each soft chubby little thigh. They were over quickly, but he still cried one of those can't-catch-your-breath cries. But he was easily comforted - especially by daddy! This appointment also confirmed what we have suspected all along, this kid is a BRUTE.

So, without further ado, everyone's favorite part: the stats!

Weight at birth: 9lbs 1oz
Weight at 2 months: 14 lbs 11oz (!!!)
This is ABOVE the 95th percentile. Actually, the nurse's exact phrasing was "off the charts..."
(This is the one that surprised me the most! I would have guessed only a little over 13. It didn't cross my mind, but they kept trying to reassure me that he was not overweight. I don't know how I could have changed that anyway! Joel had guessed 14.5, so he was right on. I did know this kid was HEAVY though...)

Height at birth: 21"
Height at 2 months: 25.5"
This is the 95th percentile. So, at least he's well proportioned!

Head circumference at two weeks: 15"
Head circumference at two months: 16.25"
This is the 75th percentile.

So, on the way home, we decided Dexter is definitely a brute. Seriously, by one year he'll be beating Joel up... We'll see where he is at his next appointment in two months. Stay tuned!