9 Month Check Up

I decided that 40 minutes is too far to drive to the pediatrician so at his 6 month check up I asked for a recommendation for someone closer to our house. I called for an appointment and we got one right away (almost too soon, he doesn't turn 9 months for two weeks). It is a one doctor practice in a quaint office. The doctor sat with us for a long time, just getting to know our family histories and Daniel in all aspects. She seems very nice and thorough, personable and understanding. Also only 15 minutes away! We talked about how Daniel needs to be eating better (and more - more calories and more variety).
He would prefer playing to eating and often tries to do both at once.

He is measuring in at 28 inches tall - 50%, and 18 lbs fully dressed with a wet diaper so I am guessing he's really about 17.5 lbs. The 18 lbs is 25% so he may still be around 15-20%.
This week Daniel climbed his first flight of stairs, is becoming a much steadier cruiser, and has two teeth!