Three-Year Checkup

Troy had his three-year old doctor's checkup today.  He was much more chilled and relaxed this time in the doctor's office.  He didn't scream or cry at being poked or prodded.  In fact, he willingly complied with everything the doctor asked him to do; like climbing up onto the exam table, taking off his socks, opening up his mouth, and saying "Aaaaahhh!"  Part of that might have had to do with the fact that he wasn't getting any shots this time, but generally I think Troy is more aware and understanding of the world around him.  He's willing to participate in what you ask of him, as long as you ask him nicely, you don't interfere with his play time, and he doesn't have something better going on at the time.

Overall, he got a clean bill of health.  Although plateaued a little, he's still in the 99th percentile for height, coming in at 41.75" tall.  He weighed in at 39 lbs, despite hardly ever eating, which is still good for 95th percentile.  And after finding out from some of the other parents in his class that their kids are sub-30 lbs, I think he's still doing fine.  The only "issue" noted was that he might have an over-active colon that tries to suck too much water out of his stool.  Not a life-threatening issue, but it could account for why his poops are sometimes harder and more difficult to get out.

Since he was such an amazing boy at the doctor, we took him to get some ice cream at Marble Slab as a treat.  We let him pick his flavor and toppings, and Troy decided on chocolate ice cream and sprinkles.  A little tame for my liking, but he would not be persuaded to get anything else.  I can respect a man that knows what he wants!