6 month check-up

Charlie went for his 6 month check-up today. Everything went fine. He did get more shots including his flu shot but that's part of being a baby I guess. It's always tough for me to watch them do that. He just screams! Anyway, Charlie is now 17 pounds 10 ounces, 27 1/2" long, and has a head circumference of 17 3/4". The pediatrician said that his fontanel (soft spot) is almost closed, which apparently at his age is really early. His head has not quite rounded out like she would prefer. Charlie has a flat spot on the left side. After the fontanel closes, normally, that is the shape your head will always be. So, we have to make a trip to the physical therapist to learn some exercises to help round out his head while we still have time. Sounds strange, I know. Other than that, he's doing great. He's a little fussy tonight due to the shots but that's to be expected.

I went for my appointment with the neurologist today for my migraines. Not much to report other than he put me on some medication to help prevent future migraines. It's a low dose blood pressure medicine that is safe for me to take while breastfeeding. Apparently, I have complex or compound migraines which can't be treated with the usual medicines advertised for migraines. If you want to know more about that, call me and I'll explain. Dr. Holmes also requested another MRI just to make sure they didn't miss anything. That is scheduled for next Friday. So, keep me in your prayers.

I decided to try Charlie on some juice today with a cup. I was surprised at how well he could hold it and maneuver it. I guess the handles helped. He didn't really drink much but he seemed to like it. He has yet to learn to turn it up but I'm sure that will come soon...





I love having the dog around and I'm sure Charlie will really love Khaki one day but it sure does get tiresome having a two year old, along with my 6 month old, around the house...