A tall girl that eats a lot? That doesn't sound like our family...

Kira had her 12 month check-up today.  She is 31 inches long (96%), 24 pounds (89%), and her head is 47 centimeters around (93%).  I was actually surprised she didn't weigh more based on how much she eats.  Kira has always had a healthy appetite and I think I've only seen her refuse food about 3 times in her life.  The doctor didn't think this was a concern since she is proportionate in her measurements and is very active.  He said she is doing great and ahead of the curve on most of her developmental milestones!   I am so proud of her and want to share below what she is doing at this point in her life, especially since I probably won't get a chance to record all of this in her baby book.  ;)

Here are some things she is doing that they expect 13-15 month olds to be doing:

• likes to turn pages of a book 2 or 3 at a time (she actually does 1 at a time, with and without voice prompts)


• begins to walk with help (no help needed, she's a pro now!)


• can identify family members in photographs


• can say 4 to 10 words (I think around 10)


• shows pride in a personal accomplishment (she has been doing this for about 2 months)


• is affectionate to humans and objects (always wants to give dolls, stuffed animals, and other kids hugs!)


• demands personal attention (bangs on my lap when she wants up)


• recognizes self in mirror (and loves it!)


• eats finger foods


• sit on floor and roll a ball back to you


• point to things (animals, shoes, etc.)


• responds to key words

Here are some things she is doing that they expect 16-18 month olds to be doing:

• enjoys creating noise and action, like splashing water


• enjoys cause and effect "magic" (has figured out the power button on all remote controls)


• responds to simple requests


• says "all gone" (or "all done")


• imitates adults (she'll try to copy me when I do sit-ups or jumping jacks)


• pushes a stroller


• squats down when she plays


• knows when loved ones are gone


• can be stubborn, shakes head and says "no!" (this only happened once and I'm not looking forward to hearing it more!)