My How Things Have Changed!

When the twins were little, we would put them in the baby swing together.  I decided, now that they are 2 1/2 to see how they fit.

About 7 months old

About 7 months old

About 15 months old

2 years 8 months old

WHAT A CHANGE!

Amy

16 month check up

Yesterday the twins went for their 15 month check up which was really a 16 month checkup.  Overall, they are doing great.  They are on the smaller side of the growth curve, but are following their own curve.  A few Mothers Of Twins confirmed what I kind of thought: I just have small kids.  Like one MOT said, they have energy, they don't seem like they are hungry and if they do they get food, they are meeting developmental milestones and they are following their growth curve.  I just need to get over my insecurities about making sure that I am doing the right things as a mom.

Here are the twins stats from their visit:

Eva Rose-weight 20 pounds (6-7%)
                 height 30.5 inches (which may be off since she was not cooperative) (38-39%)
                 head circumference 18.7 inches (85-87%)

Thomas-weight 21 pounds (5%)
              height 30.5 inches (20%)
              head circumference 19 inches (75%)

All 3 kids had blood work completed and overall it looks good.  The boys have Thalassemia (mediterranean anemia) and have a little low iron and may either end up with a multi-vitamin supplement/iron supplement or increase in iron rich foods.  Eva Rose's white count was a little high but better than it was at her last visit when she actually was sick.  It's just a little something that we will keep an eye on.

All this being said, I am going to let go of my issues with their weight, since they are following their growth curve.  But, I am interested in getting cookbooks for kids.  I would love a book on how to get kids to eat food that is good for them and make it fun and that the parents will enjoy also (if there is any such cookbook).  I am getting board with what I am making and would love to branch out.

Along the same lines, is there any good craft sites or books for the 16-26 month+ age range.  And, does anyone have any good suggestions for activities for kids who love to be active (climbing, always moving etc.)?  A MOT suggested gymnastics at local gym that I am going to check into.

That is our latest stats and goals.

Amy

Milestones

It'a amazing how fast babies grow.  You don't realize it until you have your own and all of a sudden you realize that these babies are no the teeny little beings that they were when they were first born.  My oldest son is now 20 months and the twins are now 9 1/2 months.  Michael is so amazing to watch.  he has grown into such a little man.  He and the twins have such great personalities.  I am learning that Michael loves oldies.  He loves to move his arms and slap his legs to the beat of oldies 103.3.  One of the mom's in my twins group was asking about MD visits in the 1st year not including well baby visits, especially for preemies.  I remember going to the MD often for Michael since he wasn't gaining weight.  I wasn't able to breast feed and provide him enough calories.  Once we started him on formula, all was good.  Even though I felt like a failure, he was thriving.  He was not thriving on breast milk alone.  I realized all that mattered was that he thrived and grew strong!  He is now growing so big.  He eats pretty good, but loves to feed the dog and throw his food on the floor.  Hopefully, he'll start eating more and giving less to the dog!

Eva Rose and Thomas are now able to sit up on their own.  They are getting ready to stand.  They are already up on their knees and trying to get to their feet.  I actually had to move the shoulder straps in their car seat.  They are now at the top setting.  It made me think back to when they were first born.  They were 4 1/2 weeks early and each weighed about 4 1/2 pounds.  We weren't even sure if they were going to be able to use their car seat or need to use a car bed.  Luckily they did great with their car seat testing.  Unfortunately they ended up back in the hospital with RSV, but grew so big and strong after their hospitalization.  It's amazing how much they have grown.  We went to the MD Fri for a respiratory issue with Eva Rose and the MD was amazed at how much she has changed since her 6 month visit.  I can't wait for her to see the other 2 kids and her what she has to say about their growth!

I love watching the kids grow, change, and meet milestones.  It's amazing being a parent.  I love being the mom to 3 beautiful children and the wife to a fabulous man!

Life is crazy but I love it!
Amy