Will-monster is 15 months!

William had his 15 month well (or, not-so-well) check this week. He woke up with a 101 fever, diarrhea, and congestion the day of his appointment (good timing...just one copay!). Our doctor was concerned with his breathing and wheezing so I gave him a breathing treatment, which turned into an exhausting 7 minute wrestling match, to see if it helped open up his airways. He has been on prednisone for the past 5 days and it has seemed to help a bit, but I'm not convinced that he's completely better. We go back in a couple days...so time will tell. We delayed his vaccinations until he's healthy enough to tolerate them.

He was 25 pounds (50th %tile) and 32.5 inches (90th %tile). I thought his t-shirts were looking short. Now I know why...He grew 2 inches in 3 months!

William is behind in language development because he isn't saying any real words. He does not say mama or dada, ever. Our doctor is going to give it a couple more months before we decide whether any intervention is necessary. He babbles and "talks" all the time, it's just not real words. He's able to communicate what he wants/needs by pointing and babbling or grunting. He does not have any issues with language comprehension because he can follow simple commands like "William, get the ball" or "Bring the ball to mama." He also LOVES to give hugs, kisses, and high fives on command. One of my favorite things to watch is the way he hugs and kisses his sister when she is crying. Ah, what a sweetheart!

Where William is lacking in words, he makes up for in gross motor development. That boy is all over the place. He's been walking for 5 months already and is now running. He can push, pull, climb, lift, etc. In fact, he's even given himself two black eyes from trying to do things he's not quite ready for. He does not have any fear! And that keeps mom and dad on their toes!

I love you, Will-monster! You bring a joy to my life that I cannot explain...and you have your mama wrapped around your finger :)