Yesterday was Oliver's 9-month check up. As we got ready to go, John and I told him several times we were going to see Dr. B. He was awfully quiet as he sat on our bed "reading" a book waiting to go get his shots...
Once we were there, he seemed fine.
He loved seeing that cute baby in the mirror :) Anyway, the appointment went great as always! He didn't have any major growth spurts this time, but is still in the 70-75th percentile for height, weight and head circumference. He now weighs 21.5 lbs., and is 29.75" long! What a big boy. We talked with Dr. Bengtson about food, and I mentioned the rash Oliver got when I fed him YoBaby banana yogurt a few weeks ago:
He said it could have been an additive in the yogurt, or a dairy thing. He suggested we try plain yogurt and see if there's any reaction. If not, try the banana one again. I reallllly hope Oliver doesn't have any major food sensitivities but it wouldn't be surprising if he does, since a lot of babies with eczema seem to have a few food allergies.
Also, Oliver got 3 shots since we were a little behind on his vaccs (they were out of one at his 6-month check up), and we have to go back for his second round of flu shots next month. Of course, he hates shots (he must take after his mama... I still make John hold my hand when getting a shot or having blood drawn...) Watching him cry in pain is one of the saddest things I've ever witnessed! He rarely cries, and hardly ever does the "hurt cry" where he can't catch his breath for a few seconds in between sobs. It's even worse when he locks eyes with me as he cries, as if he's pleading with me to please make it stop. AHHH! But, John and I feel strongly about vaccinations and even though it's sad, it's so important to keep Oliver healthy.
So all in all it was a great visit! We'll go back at 12 months. I can't believe that's only 3 months away. Our baby is growing up!
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