Andrew: 18 months

Andy is one and a half and about to become a big brother! He is 31.75 lbs. (95%) and 37” (99.92%). He is wearing size 3T clothes and size 7 or 8 shoes! He is a happy guy, usually with a big smile on his face. He is very active though never sitting still for long. The only thing he’ll sit still for is Barney or Elmo’s world on tv. Otherwise he can be found playing cars, play food, running around outside, swinging, climbing, sliding, jumping, looking for rocks and sticks, and following around Emery and Lucy. He is getting better about not putting books in his mouth and enjoys looking at board books; especially books with animals. He loves to make animal sounds like cows, horses, ducks, dogs, cats, elephants etc. He did start walking before he turned 13 months and now is running and jumping and a pro at going up and down the stairs. He started going to nursery class at church. At first he was hesitant and cried a bit, but after 3-4 times has gotten used to his teachers (Bro and Sis Buffington). What’s not to like about toys, friends, bubbles, and treats?! He’s fine with being left at the gym again, which is so nice!

He still loves his cup of milk in a sippy cup with each meal. He has gotten more picky about food, but does better if he eats before he drinks his whole up of milk. He often eats more than Lucy! He sleeps from 7pm until 7am. He takes 1 nap at 1pm for about 90 minutes. His favorite snacks are raisins, cheese sticks, granola bars, and fruit. He still loves to drink water.

He doesn’t say much but seems to understand more and more lately. He does say those animal noises as well as wave bye, shakes his head for no, and sign language for “more”. He says ball, go, shoe, night, dada, mama, as well as trying to say Lucy and Emery but those are tricky! He still has a constant stream of drool coming out of his mouth but doesn’t spit up anymore. All his teeth seem to be in so I’m not sure if it’s molars or what making all that moisture! He doesn't mind being in the car which is AMAZING and makes mommy so happy! He loves to give hugs and kisses but it just a little rough sometimes! We are working on how to be soft so we don't hurt brothers and sister! He is just a big boy and so fun!