Jackson is 7 months old to[yester]day (I was too busy to get it posted on the "actual" day.... I know, excuses, excuses). Our at-home measurements bring him in at 19 lbs and 28.75 in (Josh wanted me to round it up to 29, but I felt like sticking to 28.75). Here’s a comparison:
5 months old
19 lbs, 3 oz (90%)
27 in (89%)
7 months old
19 lbs (63%)
28.75 in (97%)
Growth Charts:
Current Developmental Milestones:
- (Still) Smiles at everyone; very little stranger anxiety or shyness. Although he has started to get fussy when we leave the room or go out of his line of vision sometimes.
- Laughs really easily now
- Babbles and talks a lot, especially in the car and high chair; favorite "syllable" right now is "dada" but not sure if he knows what it means yet or not
- Can sit unsupported for long periods of time; very rarely topples over, and usually catches himself if he does. Sitting is his favorite position (other than standing).
- Holds head and chest up well and for lengthy periods when on tummy time; can sit up on all fours for a little bit; "Creeps" around on tummy some
- Has transitioned off of hypoallergenic formula onto soy and soon to transition back to regular milk-based formula; eats many vegetables and fruits; Soon to start some beginner "snacks"
- Teething – two bottom teeth starting to poke through gums
- (Still) Wants to stand all the time and loves to walk with support; Can somewhat hold himself up at a coffee table / couch, but not stable yet.
- Still no desire to roll over (he'll do it in the crib at nap time, but not any other time for the most part) ....still hates tummy time
- Able to manipulate objects more with fingers / hands
- Grabs at EVERYTHING in sight; Very active all day long!
- Wearing size 9 mos clothes (mostly), but soon to be in 12 mos onesies, and (still) in size 3 diapers