More Shots
misty · Thu, Dec 3, 2015Milo’s 4-month check-up was today, and I was dreading it because she was going to need more shots. Today, we didn’t have to wait long at all. We found out that Milo is now 15 pounds and has shown steady progress. She was quite playful on the table both as we waited and during the check-up, and she ended up shredding the table’s paper!
While on the table, she came very close to rolling over a couple of times. She really can turn herself to her side quite well. The doctor answered our questions: Milo’s head is a nice shape and doesn’t need any reshaping; her frenulum looks good and won’t need to be snipped again; the white patch on Milo’s tummy is nothing to be concerned about.
Since I hadn’t gotten my flu shot yet, I decided to get it today while we were there. Actually, I told the doctor I would get it later, and she mentioned that they could give me my shot on the spot. So, I kind of had to. I wasn’t happy about that, as I’ve been putting off that shot for a while. But, I’m a mom now, and the only way Milo will be protected against the flu is if I get the shot. So I got it, and it wasn’t bad at all.
Next, it was Milo’s turn. Chase was once again the pillar of strength and held Milo as she got her injections. Milo again screamed, and then I got to hold her and feed her, which made it all better in now time at all. She’s a trooper!
Tonight, Milo has been sleeping pretty soundly for about 75 minutes so far. She woke once and put herself right back to sleep, which Chase and I were quite excited about. Now we just have to see how long she lasts in the crib.
Notes:
Milo sometimes talks in her sleep. I’ve witnessed it twice: she’s falling asleep, eyes closed, and she begins vocalizing. She keeps eyes closed and makes her cooing noises until, slowly, they stop and she is out.
Regarding sleep, Milo is getting better and better at self soothing. During the night, when she wakes and fusses, we are trying to let her cry for just a bit before going in to comfort her. She sometimes calms herself and falls back to sleep; when we do go in to comfort her, she often just needs to be held for a moment and falls asleep almost instantly. We’re playing the slow game, but I think it’s going to work eventually.
My arm is sore. I hate shots.
