Yesterday Liam was one month old! We celebrated with a trip to the pediatrician for a sick visit. Unfortunately, the whole family has had a cold this week and Liam started coughing a little bit late Wednesday night. Thursday he didn't seem too uncomfortable so I just kept an eye on him. By 5 pm (just in time for the MD's office to close) he was running a fever. At 10 pm it was 100 degrees so I was concerned. But, we got in with his normal pediatrician Friday morning and learned a few things!
The good: Our little man weighs 10 lbs 14.5 oz! Up from 7 pounds 13 ounces in less than a month! Growing like a weed.
The bad: Although his symptoms pointed to an uncomplicated cold, he has fluid in his ears so he is on an antibiotic for a double ear infection. I hate that he has his first cold/ear infection at 4 weeks old.
The unexpected: Dr. Spruill heard a flowing murmur and believes he may have a VSD that is about to close. We will see the cardiologist next week to take a peek. Because of his growth and good overall health I feel like all will be fine but we are anxious to get our little man checked out.
Today is Saturday and because we have all been under the weather we are taking it easy. Bummed that we had to delay our visit with Grandma and Grandpa! Nathan was upset that I did not allow him to go to a birthday party at a nearby indoor water park. There is no way I would have been able to get myself and all 3 boys there in one piece. BUT, Auntie Lauren to the rescue to cheer up Nathan! She took him out on a date to see Gnomeo and Juliet. Now dinner is in the oven and the boys are watching Karate Kid with Daddy. But rest and a quiet evening is just what the doctor ordered! :)
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