12 Month Checkup

We took Kate for her 12 month well baby check-up almost a week after her birthday.  Our appointment started out pretty normal, with the nurse taking Kate’s height and weight and measuring her head size.  Next Dr. Garrison came in and started her physical exam.  He noticed that her spleen seemed a little enlarged, so he asked us to take her to Children’s Hospital (which we’re quickly becoming familiar with!) for an ultrasound to ensure there was nothing to be alarmed about.  It was a little unexpected, and a little scary, but we were happy that Dr. Garrison wanted to be safe.  He finished her exam with no other issues and she got a few shots, then we packed up and headed to Children’s for her ultrasound.  We were, yet again, so impressed with St. Louis Children’s Hospital.  The staff is so friendly and helpful, and they always move us through efficiently, while still making us feel like Kate’s care is important to them.  Kate was a perfect little bug during her ultrasound, and she was very still and watched TV while the ultrasound tech worked.  Thankfully, the ultrasound showed that there was nothing to be concerned about.  We left the hospital happy, but not before Kate somehow managed to pee on the floor.  There really never is a dull moment!

Here’s a little comparison to see how Miss Kate has grown in the last year.  She is currently in the 15th percentile for her weight, and the 25th percentile for both head size and height.  We like to say that she’s still a peanut, but she’s gone from a one-seater nut to a three-seater. 

	1 Month Checkup	12 Month Checkup
Weight	8.6 lbs	18.8 lbs
Length	20.5 in	28.5 in
Head	14.5 in	17.5 in