24m

On Halloween, you had your 24 month check-up with Dr. Winkelstein. You wore your pirate costume.

Here are your stats: 27 lbs. 10 oz., 34 1/2 inches long and your head circumference is 48.2 cm. Dr. W said you are in the 25th-50th percentile and she said that was great.

We talked about a lot of things: you being a picky eater (normal she says,) your tantrums (she recommended "1,2,3 Magic",) how great you are at forming sentences ("Mamma, sit here,") your sensitive skin (sorry, my fault,) and the new baby coming.

She said we shouldn't rush you out of your crib—rush I'll be happy if you're in there until you're five! Ohh, and your nose picking! She said it was normal too! You've found holes and your fingers fit inside! You also got the OK to go to 1% milk, peanut butter, and shellfish!

You were a very brave boy—especially since you had to get two shots and your blood drawn.

We didn't talk about the bottle or nanny. Though she totally knew.