9-month stats and checkup

So, this week was her 9 month check up. I was sad about her stats, because even though she is technically quite average, she is still dropping percentiles:

* Height 28.75" (84%)

* Weight 19 lbs, 1 oz (51%)

* Head circumference 17.5" (62%) 

The last doctor I saw pretty much disregarded/minimized my concern, so I was relieved to be seeing our regular doctor. She took a look at Eden's chart and recommended that we start her on a high calorie high protein diet and come back in a month for a weight check. I felt so validated. :) And also empowered! :)  fyi: High calorie foods include: bananas, peaches, pears, sweet potatoes, peas, meats, butter, cheese, and formula.

I sent regular breast milk along with about 50% more high-calorie foods, including meat (which she LOVES). The doctor recommended mixing in peaches and prunes for every meal, so that has given me more comfort that she will be able to eat more and stay regular. I happened to be pumping more milk these days too, so that's been nice to send. She's been devouring almost everything, so yay! wrist rolls, please come back!

At home, we've been giving her more and more table food. I think her first official solid, non-pureed food was cherries. She basically fusses until we give her some of our food. She's also enjoyed nectarines, grapes, spaghetti, and puffs. A couple of weeks ago, I had tried puffs, but she somehow choked on one and completely threw up all her food. She's made so much progress since then! Baby's growing up too fast though.

Oh, and I almost forgot to mention, Eden got one shot and didn't even cry! She's going to be a tough girl. :)