Jalen had his 4 month vaccinations today and he did very well as usual, one shot in each leg and a liquid one that he just swallows. The doctor was very happy with his development and growth.
Here's His Stats:
weight: 13 lbs
height: 24 inches
25th percentile for height and weight!
His head is measuring in the 10th percentile but is growing so no concerns there.
The doctor was amazed at how much he is noticing things and people, smiling, jabbering and how strong he is. He pulled him up to stand from lying on his back and then lifted him off of the table with Jalen just holding onto his fingers. He hasn't rolled over independantly yet but he was making like an inch worm on the exam table today and scooted himself backwards quite a bit by sticking his butt in the air and pushing off of his knees :o) It's bath time now for the little guy, then off to bed, he's had a big day.
Tuesday, March 17, 2009
Monday, March 16, 2009
Cute random pics
Smile Jalen!
Like his Disney golf shorts (capris on him)?
His favorite teether, a plastic hanger
4 Months old...such a big boy now
Sitting with his sock monkey...Thanks Margaret!
Getting excited for his bath
Like his Disney golf shorts (capris on him)?
His favorite teether, a plastic hanger
4 Months old...such a big boy now
Sitting with his sock monkey...Thanks Margaret!
Getting excited for his bath
Saturday, March 14, 2009
Doing a good thing
I want to encourage everyone to think about stuff they have that they don't use anymore and find someone who could use it. Not only does it really help out someone who may not have the resources you do, but it also allows you to do a little spring cleaning and for a good cause.
I have been meaning to go through Jalen's stuff he has outgrown and give some away to those who need it and today found out about a baby boy who was born 2 mths early at just a few lbs and the mom doesn't have anything for the little guy. We of course have more than enough and even if we have more kids in the future, we have the resources to get what we need. For now there is a baby who desperately needs everything so I have packed up a tote and some bags filled with clothes, blankets, bottles, bibs, socks, hats, formula, diapers, wipes and more. I kept some stuff for keepsakes like his baptism outfit, 1st Christmas, etc but am so happy to have clothes and diapers from preemie sized to 3 mths that I can pass along. As a new mom I received 2 free diaper bags, many cans of formula, prenatal samples and more so I am passing it on to this new mom. If you are in the same situation as I am and have unopened formula and other items you don't use that you think someone else could, don't let it expire or collect dust in your cupboards, give it away to someone who can use it. Or just in general, do some spring cleaning and think about those who have so little and could really use something you have that you don't use.
On another note... below are some more pictures of Jalen.
Brushing him gums before bed with his infant gum massager...teaching him good habits early :o)
I have been meaning to go through Jalen's stuff he has outgrown and give some away to those who need it and today found out about a baby boy who was born 2 mths early at just a few lbs and the mom doesn't have anything for the little guy. We of course have more than enough and even if we have more kids in the future, we have the resources to get what we need. For now there is a baby who desperately needs everything so I have packed up a tote and some bags filled with clothes, blankets, bottles, bibs, socks, hats, formula, diapers, wipes and more. I kept some stuff for keepsakes like his baptism outfit, 1st Christmas, etc but am so happy to have clothes and diapers from preemie sized to 3 mths that I can pass along. As a new mom I received 2 free diaper bags, many cans of formula, prenatal samples and more so I am passing it on to this new mom. If you are in the same situation as I am and have unopened formula and other items you don't use that you think someone else could, don't let it expire or collect dust in your cupboards, give it away to someone who can use it. Or just in general, do some spring cleaning and think about those who have so little and could really use something you have that you don't use.
On another note... below are some more pictures of Jalen.
Brushing him gums before bed with his infant gum massager...teaching him good habits early :o)
Friday, March 13, 2009
Wednesday, March 11, 2009
4 months Old!!!
Our little man is 4 months old now and is getting cuter by the day. We bought him a johnny jump-up because he loves to jump as soon as his feet touch the ground and although it says a 4 month-old should be appropriate for it, it also states the rim of the seat needs to come below the baby's arm pits...as you can see, Jalen's do not. He's still just a little guy, but he did bounce a few times before deciding to use it to teeth on. No teeth in yet but he is just chomping on his fingers, hands, and anything that he can and he is drooling like crazy now. We have his 4 month check up and 2nd set of vaccinations next week so we'll see how big he is then.
Charlee's 1st b-day party
Jalen napping in the park
At the park for Charlee's birthday
Charlee's 1st b-day party
Jalen napping in the park
At the park for Charlee's birthday
Sunday, March 8, 2009
Trip to the Midwest
We had a wonderful time in Chicago and loved seeing everyone who was able to come out and meet us. Thank you Rachel for picking us up, letting us have your room and throwing us a fun little party for everyone to meet Jalen. We stayed in Chicago for the first 2 days then headed to Kingston to be with my parents for the rest of the week which included traveling to Wisconsin Dells for 2 days to stay at the Kalahari resort/indoor waterpark. Thanks mom and dad, we had a great time and it was nice for Jalen to spend some time with his Grammie and Papa. Jason hurt his shoulder within the first couple hours of being at the waterpark so he wasn't able to do as much as he would have liked. We still aren't sure what he did so he might be getting an MRI this week. Below are pictures from our trip (not in order)...enjoy!
Joe, Abraham, Erika & Jalen
Jalen loving the sweater Aimee made for him
with the Lofchies at Kirkwoods for the U of I game
Rachel & Jalen
Walking in the snow in Chicago
Akin & Jalen
Typical Tridelt picture
Me with my son and (pledge) daughter
Aimee & Jalen
Mary & Jalen
Amy & Jalen
Mookie & Jalen
Terry & Jalen
Jalen with the Vuckovich Family
Jalen sleeping on Dan's shoulder
Jalen meeting a friend on the plane
Jalen's 1st plane ride
At the Kalahari Resort at Wisconsin Dells
Jalen at the waterpark
Jalen with Papa
Like my swimsuit?
Jalen wiped out after a long day of swimming
On the lazy river (notice Jason's sling)
This is what Jason injured himself on
Jalen watching the surfers
Jalen with Marty
Jalen with Michelle
Jalen with Jean
Jalen with Syd
Jalen lying on the blanket his great-great grandma Talsma made for me when I was a baby
Jalen on Grammie's lap
Joe, Abraham, Erika & Jalen
Jalen loving the sweater Aimee made for him
with the Lofchies at Kirkwoods for the U of I game
Rachel & Jalen
Walking in the snow in Chicago
Akin & Jalen
Typical Tridelt picture
Me with my son and (pledge) daughter
Aimee & Jalen
Mary & Jalen
Amy & Jalen
Mookie & Jalen
Terry & Jalen
Jalen with the Vuckovich Family
Jalen sleeping on Dan's shoulder
Jalen meeting a friend on the plane
Jalen's 1st plane ride
At the Kalahari Resort at Wisconsin Dells
Jalen at the waterpark
Jalen with Papa
Like my swimsuit?
Jalen wiped out after a long day of swimming
On the lazy river (notice Jason's sling)
This is what Jason injured himself on
Jalen watching the surfers
Jalen with Marty
Jalen with Michelle
Jalen with Jean
Jalen with Syd
Jalen lying on the blanket his great-great grandma Talsma made for me when I was a baby
Jalen on Grammie's lap
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