Height: 24.5" (55%)
Weight: 16lb 2oz (91%)
Head: 16.73" (85%)
While I like using the pediatric group we have Evie at, I hate that even if I am the FIRST appointment in the morning my Doctor is still running 30 minutes late. I don't understand. Evie did fine and remained content in my arms, which got very tired as our appointment neared an hour long. The Doctor said her weight was high, but there was nothing we should do in response to it now. I worry that since I'm a chub chub, I'm going to raise up a chub chub. Irrational, I know. She did say if it became an issue when she starts foods they'll limit the amount of fruit she eats. She is scheduled to start vegetables at 5 months. I mentioned that she had been spitting up a bit more. It's not projectile or anything, but she did suggest a different formula for the heavy spit up days. I don't want to move her formula over for a day when her system is used to Gentlease. If the spit up becomes a real problem I'll think about doing that. Doctor also said Evie may have reflux, but I'm not buying it. The reflux babies I know have been distressed by it in some fashion, but Evie never struggles to sleep or gain weight. Doctor suggested putting Evie's crib mattress at an incline, but I really don't want to. She's sleeping great flat on her back. I just feel like if it's not a problem, don't fix it. What do y'all think? I know she's a Doctor, but I just don't want to cause an issue for something that is not an issue. Evie can have juice now, but I'm not really wanting to offer it to her just yet. If I felt like she was refusing the cereal and formula I might, but I just don't see the point right now. Evie had 2 shots and a oral immunization today. My mom held Evie while they did it. I stood in the corner facing away. I just can't do it, y'all. She cried out a little for the first shot, but quickly recovered. The second shot was different story. She screamed like I have never heard her scream before. I need to remember that scream as the, "Oh my gosh that hurts!" scream. She rebounded pretty quick though. By the time the nurse left the room she was calm and asleep. Speaking of the nurse... she never smiles. This bothers me. I am always saying, "Good Morning!" and smiling when I come in there. You'd think if you worked in setting with nervous children and parents you'd be more pleasant. Smiling is good for you lady.
Last night Evie woke up at 2am then slept til 7am. The 2am wake up was out of character for her. She usually wakes up at 3 or 4 and then sleeps til 7 or 8. Sometimes she even sleeps all through the night. I think perhaps some lightning in our area woke her up. It was a quick bottle then back to bed for her. I offered to take the 2am feeding. I usually don't take middle of the night feedings, and I remember why. I have the hardest time falling back to sleep. I laid there for about an hour before I was finally able to fall asleep.
Last night's change of schedule and today's doctor visit have me really feeling off today. Or maybe it's the 3 caffeinated beverages I've had before noon... That's probably a factor too. Whatever the reason, I feel like I need to go home and snuggle up with Evie for a long nap. I hope hubby is ready to give Momma a break when he gets home today.
While I'm feeling rattled, here is how Evie is...
I may feel off, but she seems just fine and dandy. That's all that matters when it's all said and done. Hopefully we won't have to return to the Doctor until her 6 month appointment. I'm going to pray that she continues to stay healthy and happy and that I don't worry much about her weight. I don't need to misplace my body image issues on her!
If your baby was running similar stats at four months, let me know!
K is 10 and I left an appointment two weeks ago that left me feeling like a complete failure as a parent.
ReplyDeleteWe all get bombarded by the doctor, but just remember that YOU are your child's best advocate and YOU and you alone, are the one who is in the trenches of motherhood and knows what is and isn't a problem for your child.
Yes, she is a doctor and that is great and goodness knows we need them, but sometimes we really do know what works best for our child.
Keep on keepin' on!
A was at just under 13 lbs at 4 months, but I'm sure she'd have been more if I would've given her more supplements sooner. Her length measurement was wrong, but I think she was probably around E's length.
ReplyDeleteJuice is ok now, but they'd take away FRUIT later?? That sounds bass-ackwards to me.
I'm right there with you on concern for A's weight - they grow like little accordions for a long time, though, so I wouldn't give it too much concern now. She'll get to moving eventually, which will even things out a bit, too. The best we can do is feed them healthy foods, show them exercise is good & normal (one I struggle with), limit screen time, and let the cards fall where they may...IMHO anyway.
A has gotten nice comments on her chub chub thighs from two AA ladies in the last couple of weeks. I'm taking as a compliment, lol.
First, Evie is so cute! But you knew that! Just want to throw out there a recommendation if any of those things about Evie's doctors office start to bother you more. We go to Dr. Wolens at VIP Pediatrics. It's near the med center (he's actually the only doctor, and there's a nurse practitioner). The staff there is amazing-all smiles, but not annoying-goofy. They are happy because it's a great place to be. And Dr. Wolens is very thorough in giving you ALL of the information about any issue, not just what he personally believes or what he tells every patient according to their "stats". This goes for vaccinations, eating, everything. We have always felt that he wants to empower the parents to make decisions and to use him as a resource. For example, we weren't comfortable giving Ella more than a few vaccines at a time. He told us our options for timing and let us choose-with no judgement, just info. Plus, they throw a Halloween party where yet flu shots, and the entire staff dresses up in the same theme lol. Anyway, as someone else said, you and Stephen are with Evie more than any doctor, trust your gut on the things you are sure about :-)
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