Xander is 6 1/2 months old

Xander is 6 1/2 months old!  I have no idea where the time has gone.  This kid is such a delight to have in our home.  He is always happy, always smiling, always up for being around people, and a fantastic little sleeper.  Xander loves to put everything in his month, loves to investigate everything you hand him, loves his jumper and walker, and loves, loves, loves food.  Any food - he loves.  He always wants to try whatever we are eating too.  His head control and hand control are so much better and he is getting stronger and stronger.  He doesn't really roll over on purpose - but can accidently roll.  Just after I took this picture he almost rolled off the table!  Thankfully I was right there, but man it made my heart jump!

Xander still nurses, but also eats solids 3-4 times every day (about 1/2 cup).  Here are his stats!

Height 27 1/4 in (70%)

Weight 16 lbs 7oz (25%)

Head Circumference 43 cm (30%)

We are slowly gaining weight - which is fantastic.  We are going to add more proteins to his diet (meats, yogurts, cheese) and see if we can fatten him up even more.  The doctor was happy he hadn't lost any weight and is maintaining his curve.  We go back in 4 weeks for another weight check.

Oh and remember how he had a double ear infection last time?  He had another double this time too.  But again - how was I to know!?  This kid is always happy!  We are going to try a different antibiotic and see if it a; never went away or b; just a second random ear infection.