At last Ethan has decided that he will walk... He actually seems to love the idea and doesn't get too upset when he falls.
Since he seems to be so far behind Riley in this department we have been pushing quite hard, but as everone tells us - "Boys are LAZY".
Thursday, July 29, 2010
Ethan's Car
You may recall that Nona gave Ethan a ride on car for his birthday...
Riley seems to hog it whenever she is around, probably because she had one too and is pretty expert at riding.
Ethan has also mastered the vehicle and even has the sound effects down.
Riley seems to hog it whenever she is around, probably because she had one too and is pretty expert at riding.
Ethan has also mastered the vehicle and even has the sound effects down.
Thursday, July 22, 2010
So... Whos IS the baby then?
After work today Claudia and I were talking in the kitchen and the kids were playing in the lounge, next thing they came out of the lounge...
Makes you wonder who the baby is...
Ethan had a ball though and at least he is getting encouraged to WALK!
Makes you wonder who the baby is...
Ethan had a ball though and at least he is getting encouraged to WALK!
Friday, July 16, 2010
Ethan's Birthday Week-end
Last week-end was Ethan's birthday and in my last post I promised some videos.
One of the presents Ethan got (from Nona) was a little ride on car, which he loves. He has not quite got the knack yet but he can get it to move, though very slowly. He does love to be pushed on it though.
On Saturday we had a little party. Ethan loved thos and spent a lot of time at the treats table. He even managed to stand on his own when he was distracted by the edibles.
Then there was the cake. Janet our neighbour made it to the them of "Chuggintons", which is Ethan's favourite tune. As you will see the cake went down a treat.
Riley was also very "helpful" blowing out the candles as Ethan woudl not be able to...
On Sunday we took a drive down to the beach front to do the tourist thing.
Being Durban and all Riley and Claudia took a riksha ride along the promenade.
The area is looking amazing - it is clean and open, a great improvement on before. Lets just hope it will be maintained.
One of the presents Ethan got (from Nona) was a little ride on car, which he loves. He has not quite got the knack yet but he can get it to move, though very slowly. He does love to be pushed on it though.
On Saturday we had a little party. Ethan loved thos and spent a lot of time at the treats table. He even managed to stand on his own when he was distracted by the edibles.
Then there was the cake. Janet our neighbour made it to the them of "Chuggintons", which is Ethan's favourite tune. As you will see the cake went down a treat.
Riley was also very "helpful" blowing out the candles as Ethan woudl not be able to...
On Sunday we took a drive down to the beach front to do the tourist thing.
Being Durban and all Riley and Claudia took a riksha ride along the promenade.
The area is looking amazing - it is clean and open, a great improvement on before. Lets just hope it will be maintained.
Monday, July 12, 2010
Ethan One Year Check Up
On Friday we took Ethan for his ONE YEAR check up with Dr Kara. The appointment was for 09h00, which is pretty much the time he was born.
We took Riley along too for a follow up on her low iron levels.
Dr Kara was very happy with Ethan. He said that he is "very average" on a weight and height chart. He was however impressed with his speech skills saying that he seems to "talk" very well.
The staistics are:
According to the charts Riley is of small build, but could be taken as underweight, however she is very happy and healthy otherwise, so no need for concern. Just continue with what we have been doing and give her dairy rather than juice etc. Avoid snacks and just try to get her eating "proper" food.
The staistics are:
Dr Kara did also have a chat to Claudia about the "emotional" link that mothers apply to feeding etc. He is quite adamant that kids do not have to be forced to eat at every meal. He said that we should try and limit the conflict and use bribery when desperate.
We took Riley along too for a follow up on her low iron levels.
Dr Kara was very happy with Ethan. He said that he is "very average" on a weight and height chart. He was however impressed with his speech skills saying that he seems to "talk" very well.
The staistics are:
- Weight: 9.9kg
- Length: 74cm
- Head Circ: 46cm
According to the charts Riley is of small build, but could be taken as underweight, however she is very happy and healthy otherwise, so no need for concern. Just continue with what we have been doing and give her dairy rather than juice etc. Avoid snacks and just try to get her eating "proper" food.
The staistics are:
- Weight: 9.9kg
- Length: 74cm
Dr Kara did also have a chat to Claudia about the "emotional" link that mothers apply to feeding etc. He is quite adamant that kids do not have to be forced to eat at every meal. He said that we should try and limit the conflict and use bribery when desperate.
Sunday, July 11, 2010
Ethan's Birthday 09-07-2010
Friday was Ethan's First Birthday - hard to believe how time flies.
We have had a wonderfull week-end, Ethan having a small party on Saturday with family and a friend of Riley's and his.
Janet (our neighbour) got roped into making the birthday cake, which was truly magnificent, and got devoured almost completely.
We have had a wonderfull week-end, Ethan having a small party on Saturday with family and a friend of Riley's and his.
Janet (our neighbour) got roped into making the birthday cake, which was truly magnificent, and got devoured almost completely.
Ethan really enjoyed his "first" taste of cake (Claudia could not resist geving him a taste on Friday too). As usual the smile was evident, just shows what a nice day he had...
Then , to join in the soccer spirit, we took a trip down to the beachfront today and took a walk towards the new stadium. We could not resist the temptation to do the tourist thing and pose with the "jabulani" ball.
Riley have been well educated about Fifa and the World Cup, so I think this was a worthwhile trip, and as much as I was going to do...
There is lots of other news and videos etc, but no time tonight... Will try and post some more in the next few days - time permiting.
Friday, July 02, 2010
Nothing is Safe
After being ill for the last few days (sore throat), Ethan seems to be doing much better. He is once again full of smiles and the happy chap that we all know him to be.
He is now very interested in opening and closing this, meaning that nothing is safe anymore.
He has even worked out how to get the TV cabinet open, which means that he has lots of buttons to press etc.
It is hard to beleive that Ethan will be 1 year old in less than a week... He still chosses not to walk etc, which is a bit strange as Riley was running at her first birthday, but I guess "boys will be boys", and being lazy is just part of that :-)
He is now very interested in opening and closing this, meaning that nothing is safe anymore.
He has even worked out how to get the TV cabinet open, which means that he has lots of buttons to press etc.
It is hard to beleive that Ethan will be 1 year old in less than a week... He still chosses not to walk etc, which is a bit strange as Riley was running at her first birthday, but I guess "boys will be boys", and being lazy is just part of that :-)
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