The early childhood specialist came out two weeks ago and declared BB was on target or above, except for his gross motor skills, which were quite behind. So the PT came out this morning for a further evaluation of BB. She said he is functioning in gross motor at a solid four months level. He will be six months next week. To qualify for further services, he must be 50% delayed, and he is not (thank goodness). The PT said his fine motor skills and responsiveness are great. She recommended more floor time and just to watch him for the next few months. By 9-10 months, he should be pivoting around on the floor and scooching or crawling (even if only army style). If not, then we'll evaluate again as he approaches a year old. Since he keeps improving, I'm not worried. I'll bet he rolls over from back to front (already does front to back) within a couple of weeks.
BB went to the eye specialist yesterday because his left eyelid has drooped since birth. She did a full exam and said it is not interferring with his vision, which is the only thing they would be concerned with at this age. Again, we wait and monitor. As long as it doesn't cause any vision problems, they will wait a few years, and only then might they consider surgery if the eyelid muscle doesn't strengthen on its own. BB will go back every 3-4 months to the eye specialist for monitoring.
At the pediatrician yesterday, BB weighed 17 pounds 10 ounces. He is getting SO big! He is already moving into 9 month clothes. No wonder he loves to eat!
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