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21 June 2006

Off to the Doctor- Ana's 15 mo & Taylor's newborn screen and jaundice check

Ana at 15 months:
Weight: 25 lbs. 2 oz = 75%
Length: 31 1/2 inches = 75%
Head Circumference: 18 1/2 inches = 75%

Nice and proportioned

I will not bore you with the details of all her skills, but let's say her new doctor was more than impressed!

In his own words, "I see she has no problem with her language and communication"!

However, he is putting her back in physical therapy as that neck of hers is still off to the right.

TODDLER BOOT CAMP BEGINS!!!!
Ana also had to have 3 more shots...they just get worse and worse each time. This one broke my heart. She stared striaight into my eyes with a look of SHEER TERROR followed by a delayed scream. SO SAD. However, a "dora ticker" (Dora Sticker) quickly cured her and she was back to her happy and chatty self within seconds.

Taylor's newborn screen:
Taylor was back to her birth weigt before leaving the hospital and is gaining 1 ounce a day.
She is eating well and already lifts her chest, head and moves it from side to side when on her tummy!

Weight at 4 days: 7 lbs. 14.5 ounces

She is jaundice though, but her levels are evening out and slowly lowering (13.8, 14.1, 13.8) so other than daily heel pricks she doesn't need any phototherapy...THANK GOODNESS!!

What is it with this family and jaundice?

3 comments:

Erin Teplin said...

Shots are NO fun! Way to be strong Ana! I am so happy for you that Taylors levels are low. Keep on eating little girl!

Erin Teplin said...

Amy, I feel your pain. Those heel pricks broke my heart and just made me want to cry. This picture captures it all!

April said...

Way to go Mommy! You made it through two very difficult check ups. I'm happy to see that you are able to get some Ana time as well.