Growing Up

Gabi went to her one-month check-up when she was five and a half weeks old. The doctor weighed her in at 10 pounds 5 ounces (gain of 3 pounds, 12 ounces) and measured her to be 21 inches long (growth of 2 inches). She is so big already! When I compare Gabi to our friends' newborns (a one-week-old and a two-week-old), I can't remember when Gabi was ever that small, even though she is only seven weeks old now. It's amazing how quickly infants grow.


Gabi sitting on the rocking chair all by herself! (4/11/05)

The pediatrician was also impressed with how well Gabi can already hold her head up and control her neck muscles. She is quite strong! It's fun to watch Gabi develop. Over the past two weeks, she has learned some new skills. She is starting to smile and giggle when she is happy and when she sees me. She can track objects with her eyes, somewhat. If I walk across the room, she will turn her head to watch me. Gabriella is also starting to talk to us, mostly using vowel sounds at this point. She is also learning to control her muscle movements a little, and she bats at her favorite toys now--especially the ones that reward her with music or flashing lights.