Meet The Browns

Four Month Check-up Completed

July 14, 2010

Below is a pic of Liam and I waiting to see Dr. T. We had a great visit and Liam is doing great.

He is still in the 97th percentile for height and weighing in at 20 lbs. and 4 ozs. He is 27 inches long and in the 75th percentile for head circumference.

Our goal for the next two months is to work on Liam sitting by himself. Dr. T. was impressed with Liam and his progress since our last visit. We are also going to work on Liam sleeping 8 eight hours straight in his crib. Dr. T. said that Liam is read for this, so I guess we will start this weekend.

Liam ended the visit with a round of shots, which he took like a champ. He cried a little bit, but we were able to call him down before leaving the Dr.'s office.

Oh, I forgot, we are not to start introducing food to his diet until the 6 month visit. So, he will continue to be on formula for the next two months.

Four Months

July 9, 2010

Oh my goodness - Liam is four months. I cannot believe where the time has gone. We have our four month check-up with Dr. T on the 12th of July, so I will be able to provide a further update then.

Just a few things that are going on in Liam's world:

Currently, he is taking 4 - 6 ozs. of formula with a small amount of rice cereal. Typically he takes a 4 oz. bottle every three hours, but there have been times that he takes a 6 oz. bottle. Of course if he takes a 6 oz bottle, then he goes longer than three hours between feedings.

We also add his reflux medicine to the bottle. This is a little tip that my friend Robin shared with me that works well for Liam. He does not like taking the medicine by itself and tries to spit it out. So, this is a good way to "sneak" it into his system.

Liam loves to play. We are up around six almost every morning with a feeding and then shortly after we begin play time. After time in his chair - spent talking and pulling at the various toys that hang in front of him - we move to the gym (i.e. play mat). He loves to try and pull the purple elephant down or put the trunk of the elephant in his mouth. ;) Liam also started kicking his feet up at the toys. In the midst of kicking at the hanging toys he tends to roll over. This is not a full roll over yet (I don't think). It all happens so quickly since he immediately rolls himself onto his back. I will have to get this on video.

At first Liam was not a big fan of the swing. However, over the past month he is really starting to like it. He has only fell asleep in the swing once. Otherwise, he is trying to move the toys from one side to another. Unfortunately, I am not sure how long he will be able to enjoy the swing since his feet are already at the edge.

Liam also loves to look at anything and everything. For example, he loves the decals that we have on the wall over the changing table/dresser. He could spend hours, well, may not that long looking at the colors and images. In addition, he loves the airplane mobile and other toys we have for him. Liam also loves to look at the pictures in the books I read to him. I love this moment with him on my lap cuddled up with me as I read various stories.

Unfortunately, we are not sleeping through the night yet, but that is okay. Typically he sleeps three to four hours at a time. There have been occasions where he has slept longer than that, but those have been far and few between. I believe he is teething which equal some sleepless nights.

For now, I believe that is all in Liam's world. Each day is such a new and wonderful experience. I seriously cannot imagine life without this little man. He is such a ray of sunshine.

When we first put Liam in his chair, my parents weren't sure if it was going to tip back. So, there suggestion was to put the pillows behind to keep him propped up. They have since figured it out and don't use the pillows. ;) Better to be safe than sorry. BTW, this used to be his favorite toy at my parent's house. Now, he is loving the walker.

We have a Talker on Our Hands

July 6, 2010

Liam found his voice today. What an amazing experience for both of us. ;) When he first started talking I don't think that he realized that it was his voice. So, he looked around and when his gaze was met with praise he flashed his adorable smile.

First Walk

May 10, 2010

Today, I decided to go for a walk with Liam. It was finally a great day outside and we needed to get out of this apartment. So, I gathered a few items I would need for Liam, a bottle of water for myself and began the journey down the three flights of stairs. As you can imagine, this took me more than a few mins. since I had to take the stroller and Liam in his car seat down 10 steps at a time.

Finally, we made it and what a great day to be out. We were on a walk for over an hour when I realized that I needed to head back soon. It was almost time for Liam to eat and I did not bring a bottle. I wish I could say the trip upstairs went as smooth as it did downstairs. Unfortunately, when you have a hungry little man and no bottle, you are going to run into trouble. This was my fault - sorry Liam. Enjoy the pictures from the walk. We enjoyed the west loop walk.

Visit to Mama and Papa's House

Thursday, May 27, 2010

Today Liam and I took are second train ride into Indiana. This was a quick visit into town and Liam was able to spend the afternoon with his cousin Carson. What a blast these two had together and my parents were in heaven with the two there.

Carson read to Liam, danced for Liam and was really Liam's source of entertainment for the day. You can see how happy Liam is below. Thanks Carson for keeping Liam entertained. ;)

Liam Learns to Pay Music

Wednesday, May 26, 2010

Today Liam and I were in the kitchen cleaning up a few things. In order for me to be productive, I sit Liam in his chair to keep him entertained. He typically will only stay in the chair for 15 - 30 minutes at a time. If I dance around and sing to him I can get a solid 30 mins. easy.

Well, today Liam was sitting in his chair as I buzzed around the kitchen. I went to throw some trash away when I heard music playing. I quickly came around the corner to see my little man in his chair with a smile. He did it - he pulled the cord to start the music all on his own. I cannot tell you how proud I was of him and this is all before three months. What a smarty. ;)

Visit from the Cooley's

Friday, May 28, 2010

What a great way to start the weekend. We had a visit from the Cooley crew this morning. Ryan and Colvin are just adorable. It is amazing how quickly children grow. I attempted to try and get a picture of the kids together, but Ryan was not into having his photo taken. ;)