Callum went to the doctor this week and he’s officially weighing in at 12 lbs and 2 oz. He’s grown 75%, weight-wise, and he’s now 23 inches long. This was also the big visit when he got his first immunizations. He was a brave boy and came home with two Tasmanian Devil band-aids on his chunky little thighs. The doctor commented that he’s very talkative. Indeed, he is. He likes to talk to us, and to … [Read more...] about Milestones
Archives for 2005
Congrats, Pete
Hearty congratulations are in order for my industry colleague Pete Blackshaw and his wife Erika, who have recently become parents of twins. It’s a wild ride, this parenthood thing. Of course, Pete is blogging about the whole experience. … [Read more...] about Congrats, Pete
Weekends
Last weekend, the whole family piled in the station wagon and we cruised out to Pleasanton, a town south of here and a bit more inland. And in this area inland = hot. Despite this very un-Scottish weather, we were off to a very Scottish gathering. The annual highland games in Pleasanton is said to be one of the largest (if not the largest) in the country. While there, we were treated to a wee … [Read more...] about Weekends
Baby Bonding
I was telling Michael last night that one of the things that’s surprised me about parenthood — though I guess I should have expected it — is how protective and loving I feel towards Callum. For no logical reason in particular, I am completely devoted to his happiness and when he cries… I jump. It’s a biological thing, I guess. Anyway, the whole bonding phenomenon is discussed in this article I … [Read more...] about Baby Bonding
More on Babies’ Brains
Today I came across an article that’s a few years old but really fascinating. The title? “Scientists in the Crib Use Adults as Lab Rats.” Basically, the piece is a review of a book called “The Scientist in the Crib,” which talks about babies’ brain development.From the book review:Before preschoolers enter kindergarten, their brains are more active and more flexible, with more connections per … [Read more...] about More on Babies’ Brains
Another Test
This post is another test to see if the e-mail subscription link (now migrated to Feedblitz, thanks to Gotham Gal‘s example) is working. I was never convinced that the Bloglets list actually worked, mostly because I was on the list and never got an e-mail update.UPDATE: This appears to actually work now, so subscribe away! … [Read more...] about Another Test
Dorkiness
I am a complete and total dork (and proud mother). I took pictures of Callum with my camera phone while on my lunch break. I couldn’t resist! BTW, my first week back at the office is going well, though it’s hectic. … [Read more...] about Dorkiness
The Visitors
I want to take this opportunity to thank Aunt Mary, Debby and Aunt Eva for coming to help with Callum these first few weeks. Though we’ve often been frustrated with being unable to replicate the “magic touch” these ladies have used, their help, support and company have been invaluable. It’s also just been great to share our little guy with others who appreciate his cuteness and wonderfulness. … [Read more...] about The Visitors
Laughing Videos
Here are two videos showing Callum laughing and smiling. (Click on picture to download accompanying video — warning: large files.) It’s wonderful he’s getting so interactive. … [Read more...] about Laughing Videos
Callum Does His Thing
We’ve been dying to capture Callum’s precious little noises and facial expressions in a video, and here it is. (Well, it captures some of the sounds but not a certain adorable squeak.) Warning: This is another one of those big files that has to be downloaded before it can be watched. Warning2: Ignore mommy and Aunt Debby blabbing in the background. … [Read more...] about Callum Does His Thing