On Wednesday (after waking up late and frantically remembering the schedule), I took Zach to school and went to the dentist while Garry took Tyler and Gavin to Gavin's well-child check-up. (This is what happens when a lack of brain function leads to double-booking appointments.) That afternoon Zach and Ty visited the dentist as well.
This morning we braved the snowy, icy roads so Garry could see the dentist (with Zach in tow -- school started late today) and I could attend my 16-week OB appointment. Tyler and Gavin tagged along with me. What a party.
Garry handled Gavin's check-up -- Daddy's first, I might add -- like a pro. He had to deal with co-pay issues and lack-o'-medical-record issues (oh, yeah, I need to follow up on that), the list of questions I sent with him, and immunizations. Happily, Gavin is doing great. While he ran all over the room, climbed in and out of the toy basket, and jabbered on, Garry talked to the doctor about ditching the milk bottle and, after that, the binky. We're on it...after the holidays. Gavin is in the 80-85th percentile for height and weight (I thought it would be higher). We love his chub around here. This is what 25.5 pounds of mischievous baby looks like:
Our neighbor referred us to an awesome dental office. The boys had a terrific time at their appointments. The hygienist was so much fun; she let Tyler do saliva suction for himself and Zachary! Although I was pretty concerned about the boys' oral hygiene (I have not been an attentive parent the last few months), they walked away with zero cavities, new toothbrushes, and the surprising fact that they don't have to use toothpaste to achieve clean teeth. Ironically, it was I, the obsessive/compulsive brusher in the family, who had a cavity this week. I blame it on three months of puke.
Baby #4 has a heartbeat, which I was privileged to hear this morning. Ah, such a wonderful sound. I have been feeling pretty well for the last two weeks, and it was starting to freak me out. While I have been oh-so-grateful not to spend my days with my head in toilet, I have never felt so well so early and I took it to be an omen of bad news. However, it turns out I'm just a drama queen with a big blessing in my life.
And I've gained five pounds in two weeks. Guess whose appetite is back? It's probably time to dust off the treadmill.
8 comments:
Glad to hear you are all healthy and adept at juggling a whole bunch of stuff at once!
Wow, we had a couple of weeks like that when Iris was born and it's CRAZY! Glad everyone is well, especially you!
Good to hear that you're feeling better!
ya: i gained 10 pounds at my well visit this month. here's to happy appetites! WHAT A BLESSING for you, girl.
loved the 6 for 6 report. and love the shot of gavin. how can you not smile at that? impossible.
Congrats Heidi! I'm so glad you're feeling better! Also, I've been trying out the things you suggested - organizing wise - and they are helping! Thanks for the good advice!
Those thighs are awesome! (Covet, covet.) I have a skinny little 21 pound guy.
I need the name of that dentist. We are in great need of dental hygiene!
What a cute little body that Gav has! I'm so glad you're feeling better. You're doing just fine. Don't be too hard on yourself. You do an amazing job of being mommy, wife, and a million other things.
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