Three Year Check In

Ellison had her yearly check up this week.  Oh what a difference a few months makes.  Last time at the Doctor's office, she screamed, squirmed, and there may have been some kicking.  This time, Ellison remained calm and collected. The outcome - the Doctor said we have a healthy, smart child, who is still very tall... 42 inches to be exact.

At every developmental check in, our Doctor gives us a checklist on what Ellison should be doing at her current age. I found the 3 year old list slightly entertaining:

"Because this is the year of make-believe, your child will probably spend a lot of time in creative play."

"Playing house or store, dressing up, and role-playing with dolls are big favorites with three-year-olds, whether they're boys or girls."

"And make things with clay, finger paints, fat crayons and brushes."

"They like to build with Lincoln logs, big blocks, and Tinkertoys."

"Be sure to let your child feed, wash, and dress herself, and realize that she won't be good at it until she gets a lot of practice."

"At three, your child is beginning to learn about friendship, and by the end of the year she may have his own special friends"

"For the first part of the year at least, Mom is still her favorite person. They will love to be with you most of all."

I think it is safe to say that Ellison is doing just fine. I love that little girl!