We saw the pediatrician first, who said she is perfect. Little bit of reflux, but nothing bad enough to treat. She had been SUPER constipated, so bad she was vomiting. We had to do suppositories a couple times, YIKES! They sure do what they are suppose to! She really had no concerns.
We then saw the neurologist. I had brought in her previous head circum. measurements so he could get a better understanding. He did some neurological tests, like tracking and reflexes and stuff like that. He was VERY impressed. She has 0 developmental delays, as of now and her head is totally average in size even more towards the smaller end. For peace of mind and just so he could have a base reading now if she has problems in the future he ordered a head ultrasound before her soft spot closes. Her appointment is on Monday. He sais he would be surprised if she still had hydrocephalus. Oh the nerves in my stomach...
Next she was weighed and measured, all normal, She is in about the 60% for weight and 40% for height. Yeah no big shocker there, I have short chubby babies!! They did take her respiration rate and told me that she paused between breaths. They said "dont be alarmed" Really? Really? They said it was probably an episode and that they are not concerned. Well then why did you even tell me? So of course I worried about until I spoke to my Dr. and she's fine!
We then saw the nutritionist. She changed her formula to a gentle ease one. It has been SOOO much better. No more contipation issues. She said she could be on regular calories because she has gained weight fine. The NEOSURE formula for preemies just was too high in cal and had too much iron for this little girl.
She said to go ahead a start whatever foods I wanted, but space them a few days apart. She also now take an oz of juice a day.
Last was Physical therapy. He was a fun guy. Nothing negative to report. She has good neck control (could be better, but we tend to hold her ALOT) We need to be better at tummy time. Other than that she is right on track.
I just hope and pray things continue to go as well as they have for this little miracle. It has been so AMAZING watching her grow and develop. It is hard to even believe how little she started out. Words cant even describe it!
So Kassidy is 8 months old and adjusted she is 4 months. She laughs out loud (especially at daddy) she coos and us and really really loves attention! Even if it means having her silly brother smother her, she still loves it!
She loves her hands and her little rattles and keys. She sleeps through the night and really lets us know when it is her bed time and when she is hungry. She is such an easy good natured little girl. We absolutely love every inch of her!!
