Growing Like Weeds

There is 1 proud mama (and speech pathologist) in our house because Drewsie said his 1st word today. Guess what it was-- yup, DADDY! I just knew it would be any day now since he is just booming in all areas lately.

Both he and Libby love love love ducks and have a blast with the one that Maw Maw and Paw Paw sent them for Easter since it quacks. I found a book yesterday (5 Little Ducks) and it actually quacks. They love it. I've been hearing "duh" for days now and then last night when I carried Drew downstairs, he looked at his and Libby's portraits and said something that sounded like "baby" for each one. I've also been testing them a little lately and telling them to do certain things and they are able to follow some simple directions, like "get the ball".

They are getting better at understanding the signs we use, too. Yesterday, Libby actually signed "eat" a few times and Nana said she did that again today when getting her diaper changed. She actually signs "milk" for food in general (or maybe she really only wants milk!) We've been working on "more" a lot and Drew has done it a couple of times. It's just amazing how much they are growing lately.

As for mobility, Drew is crawling all over, pulling up on the kiddy corral and crib and can stand with someone holding his hands. He took a couple of steps with the rider/walker that Nana gave him, but mostly is scared right now. It will take practice. I've arranged for a physical therapist with Early Intervention to come by on Thursday to take a look at Libby. She is still only scooting and does not usually like to bear much weight on her legs. But, then again, tonight in the tub, she almost tried to pull up to look at our cat Cleo. Cleo is more incentive for them than anything I've tried! Anyway, I'll post once the PT comes by to take a look.