On March 11th, Emily had her 2 month baby wellness check up and her first round of vaccines...I had been dreading this since I scheduled her appointment and I asked Jason to come along incase we (I) needed him. Emily had no idea what was about to happen so she was a happy camper. She was just waking from a nap and was all smiles while we waited to be called in.
just waking up from a nap
smiling at daddy
Hanging out with mama
Getting my measurements taken
Checking out the scenery out of the window
When Emily was examined by the nurse she was cooperative and semmed to enjoy being there. Our sweet Emily weighs 11.6 pounds and is 22 and 3/4 inches long. She is doing great and growing like a bean stock. Dr. Vance said she is doing very well and encouraged us to continue tummy time so her neck muscles keep getting stronger. The last part of the exam was the hardest, so the nurse started with the first dose which is given orally.
Luckily she didn't mind this one. In fact, I think she liked the flavor.
Then she received THREE pokes on her chubby thighs
one
two and three. OUCH!
Miss Emily was non too happy. Her sweet smile turned into a frown and then a sad cry
Papa trying to console her
Give me my tutti!!!
Mama trying to make Emily feel better
My sweet baby girl is such a trooper. By the time we got in the car she was sleeping in her car seat and did well throughout the evening and night. She did not have a reaction to the vaccines, but we gave her a little Tylenol-just in case... Im grateful Emily is healthy and has access to medical care and vaccines that will protect her from certain viruses/illnesses. In this day and age I do not take this fact for granted and pray that all children have the same opportunity. Luckily, we don't go back for more pokes until Emily is four months old (*sigh*).
