Alex's 2 week check up

Alex had his 2 week weight check this morning. The goal in the first 2 weeks is to get him back to his birth weight. I was nervous that he wasn't going to make it because after 1 week he had only gained 4 oz leaving him with 8 oz to gain the 2nd week. He did it plus an extra ounce and a half! Alex now weighs 8 lbs, 5.5 oz. He also grew a half inch in 2 weeks. The funny thing is in Robbie's first 2 weeks he shrunk a half an inch! I know the difference is because I labored with Robbie so he had a slight cone head and lost his height as his head rounded out and Alex didn't have to do any rounding. The doctor also checked Alex's head control and eye focus and he passed both tests with flying colors. Actually, when the doctor put Alex on his tummy on the table I thought he was going to roll over or crawl away! I think Alex realizes he is going to have to be quick if he's going to keep up with Robbie. We are still working with Robbie to learn Alex's limitations. Alex really doesn't like Robbie poking his eye or putting his finger in his mouth. Robbie has started trying to pick up Alex, too. But, if they are anything like my brothers, they will both be picking each other up and wrestling soon!