We had to take Cason to the doctor today because he has been sick for the last 3 days. His nose is really congested and his right eye is has a lot of drainage and is red and swollen. It all started Tuesday and we thought it was getting better, but this morning it was bad again. His poor eye was matted shut. I've also worked in the ER long enough to know that babies/kids get sick after hours and on the weekends and we didn't want to have to go to the ER this weekend. He has still been a pretty happy baby though, we are still so lucky. Dr.Ramadan said that Cason had an infection in that right eye that was probably caused by a clogged tear duct. He also told us to continue the saline nasal drops and suctioning his nose regularly...which he hates. Okay, enough of that and on to the really exciting part. Cason weighed a whopping 8# 15.5oz...that's right only half an ounce to 9#. I couldn't believe it. He was also 20 3/4 inches long. He has gained 2 pounds and 2 inches since he was born 5 weeks ago. Our little boy is growing up so fast. I can't believe it.
The first pic is Chris holding Cason in the waiting room before we got back to see Dr.Ramadan. The next two are while Dr.Ramadan was assessing mister Cason. He was good for him again. Dr.Ramadan even told mom that Cason told him he wanted to go home with Dr.Ramadan. LOL.
2 comments:
So sorry about being sick. I know the feeling about the whole suction thing. Grant hates it. I hate it too. Hope you all feel well soon. It's hard to watch your baby be sick. And it's awesome he's beefing up! =) He is such a cutie.
Lindsay,
Hey babywise in a nutshell. he eats, stays awake for that feeding, plays or has active time, and then sleeps. I never stuck to a rigorous time schedule with Grant and still don't. As long as he eats every 3-4 hours he's good. As Cason gains weight, he'll sleep better. Once Grant hit 11 pounds he slept 8 hours. Also let him go longer at night now that he's older. I know you worry a bit, but he'll be fine. if you want to call me anytime feel free. 580-235-7186. It's a lot to type. I'm off on MWF.
Hugs
Melissa
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