We had Kellyn's 4 month well check this afternoon. I have to start by saying that I need to do better scheduling these things. It was right in the middle of her afternoon nap. So, she was tired. She did great throughout the entire visit. Laughed and smiled at the doctors and nurses... well except the nurse that gives the shots. I'm sure it was total coincidence but as soon as the nurse walked in that gives the shots Kellyn's pouty lip stuck out and it was on. I don't think there is anyway that she remembered her, but maybe. After she got her shots it took me a good 10 minutes to calm her down. She then preceded to cry the entire way home and has spent the rest of the evening sleeping or crying.
Ryan has bowling tonight.. how convenient! :)
Anyway, she weighs 11 lbs 13 oz's which puts her in the 10%. She is 23 1/2 inches long which is at 25% and her head is in the 20th %. My guess was right. She isn't eating enough. The doctor says she needs to be eating at least 25 ounces but it should be more around 28 oz. She is eating about 18 on a normal day. It looks like I am going to be force feeding her until she starts eating more! If I can't get her to eat more during the day I will have to wake her up in the middle of the night and feed her. That is something I don't want to do because I also enjoy the little bit of sleep that I get!
The doctor told me we could use a bigger nipple, change the bottle or change the formula. She is still gaining weight and is pretty consistent on her growth curve so it isn't that big of a deal, but the main concern is that she has been eating the same amount for a couple of months now. Still no cereal or food until she is 6 months old. I think that is all for now!
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