Ugggg. Where do I begin? Mira had her one year check-up today. She is 16 pounds (and something ounces that I can't remember because all I heard were the words "16 pounds..." and I tried not to freak out). She is one year old. One year. Her tiny little mommy at least weighed 18 and one half pounds at one year. Sigh. I knew the doc wouldn't be happy. I love our doctor, I really do. I trust her (have I mentioned she was my pediatrician as well??). So, she told me that Mira isn't even on the chart anymore she is so light. Sigh.
Of course now we have to follow through with seeing a nutritionist. Which at this point I am completely fine with because I would love some ideas about how to get more calories down this child's throat. Seriously, any ideas would be GREAT. It's so weird, when you're pregnant and after the baby is born all you focus on is them being healthy and whole, but not once did I ever think I would be worrying about WEIGHT. It is frustrating.
The doc also said she wanted Mira's thyroid to be tested to rule out any problems. That is done through a blood test. Have you ever seen a one year old have blood taken? We were able to go straight to the lab after the doctor appointment. That is a blessing from the Lord because if I would have had to wait I would have conjured up all kinds of ideas about how horrible it would be to watch my sweet baby get blood drawn. It was tortuous enough just watching. It doesn't bother me to see her get her shots, but blood drawn is another story. I honestly almost cried. They tied that annoying little rubber band around her arm to find her vein. She did fine at first, but then got upset. It was so sad. Fortunately I was able to hold her while they drew the blood and it didn't take very long, but any kind of torture is too long. She did great, though, and calmed down as soon as it was over.
Now, we wait for the results. I believe she is fine. Totally and completely fine. But waiting is hard. So, please pray for us. That the results are normal, and that we feel peaceful as we wait. And that spending $250 on a nutritionist doesn't break the bank (it won't, but seriously, that's expensive, and insurance doesn't cover it.) Another added blessing, though. When I was checking out at the doctor's office the receptionist said, "your co-pay is $20, but you have a $20 credit so we're even". I was shocked. I have NO idea how we could possibly have a $20 credit since I pay every time we go and we haven't gotten a bill for anything that we could have over paid on. Thank You, Jesus.
Oh, and I had big plans to post about Mira turning one and how I can't believe I have a one year old and she is totally amazing (which she is) and I have pics to post of her eating a chocolate cupcake. I will get to that, hopefully soon...
5 comments:
I am going to double check my baby books but I am pretty sure harper and stella weighed almost exactly 15 and 16 lbs at their first birthday, and I know they were preemies and all but still, they caught up and turned out fine! They are now above the 50% for height and weight! The most frustrating thing was that I was SOOOO ready to turn their carseats around so they could be forward facing!! I do remember someone recommending a nutritionist at some point but we didn't ever do it, I probably did allow them to drink that organic-type juice pretty often because it is high calorie but of course there's still the sugar factor. I agree with you I think Mira is perfectly fine! I totally remember that frustration though!! SHERRY
Oh yeah it just dawned on me like 10 minutes after I left you a comment that you got the juicer for Christmas so OBVIOUSLY you are giving her healthy juice, probably with no sugar added! SHERRY
I don't understand what the prob is with the doctors. Aside from weight has she met all her developmental milestones? Do they have any other reason to be concerned? If not, let the skinny little minny alone! Most women would love to have a skinny gene. I think as long as she is developing correctly and is happy you shouldn't worry too much.
You are such a wonderful mommy! I know it's stressful waiting for test results, but take heart! Whatever the outcome, you and Abe will take care of that precious little girl, no matter what that entails. And Dr. H. IS a wonderful doctor and wouldn't be doing anything to cause you undue worry, but I'm sure she's just making sure all the bases are covered. I'm praying for you, dear!
Gina, you say that you don't feel that anything is wrong, and your mom instinct has been pretty right on since she has been born. This must be frustrating for you and Abe to deal with. I will be thinking of you.
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