Parker is 18 Months!

Our little man is growing up! I just cannot believe it! He had his 18 month check this week and the doctor says he's right on track with all of his milestones.

There are so many words I could use to describe Parker at this stage. He is SO much smarter than I ever imagined an 18 month old could be. He makes us laugh multiple times a day. He is independent most of the time, but still a Mama's boy when he wants to be. He is curious, sneaky, fearless, ornery, loveable, and still my whole world.

Here are some of the things Parker is up to these days...

Height.... 32 1/4 inches -- 50th%

Weight... 25 pounds 14 ounces -- 70th%

HC... 19 inches -- 75%

*Can tell you he's 1 by holding up his finger when you ask him how old he is

*Climbs up and down the stairs by himself

*Knows where to throw his diaper away after being changed

*He loves that he can walk and run now and is constantly on the go!

*Would pick playing in the kitchen any day over playing with his toys (recycling, drawers & cabinets, pantry, dishwasher, fridge, laundry room).

*Knows how to get in the pantry and find his snacks

*He is starting to get pretty good at using a spoon and fork by himself

*Loves to help me vacuum and unload the dishwasher

*Waves bye-bye when we put his shoes on

*Loves to pretend he's talking on the phone (and loves to dial numbers and actually call people, too!)

*Will put his clothes in his hamper by himself when we get him undressed

*Loves to blow kisses, and give kisses by putting his hand over your mouth

*Knows where his nose, ears, and belly are located. He's not interested in learning the rest, but I am trying!

*He loves to Skype and see Grandma & Grandpa Mans and Aunt Meg and Uncle Bret on the screen. (Grandma & Grandpa Zimmerman - we need to Skype with you!)

*Loves Mickey Mouse Clubhouse

*Wearing 18-24 month clothes and Size 4 diapers

*He is "talking" all day long but still only a few words are clear to us. His newest is "uh -oh" (says this when he drops something, throws something, falls down, and wakes up). He also continues with Zo-Zo, Mama, Dada, and No.

 

Thank you for making my days so much fun, Parker!

We love you to pieces!!

This is pretty much sums up our days... one shoe missing, one sleeve up, sunglasses on... :)

 



 This is the look I get when I ask him to smile for a picture...

 Or this one... hehe!

 He LOVES being outside!! We need Spring to hurry up and get here!!