On Monday, we went to Beck's four month well check up. I left that appointment feeling a little indifferent. . . .
We arrived and did all the standard length, weight, head circumference. We answered all the developmental questions and then waited for the doctor. We only had one question/concern, but aside from that we were excited to see how much he had grown.
Since our last appointment, Beck has started to really smile and giggle. Everytime he smiles, he reminds me of when Hannah was a baby. They are looking a lot alike as babies. If you really want to get Beck smiling all you need to do it sing to him. He loves singing, and it doesn't matter how good or bad you sing. No judgement from this four month old.
He still has blue eyes. They are a darker version of Lilly Belle's blue eyes. I still think he is the family member that will make people see how Hannah and Lilly are sisters. People tell him oh he looks like so and so but to me (unless he is smiling) I only see Beck. I think he looks like his own person. . . . hope that made sense.
Beck still eats about four to five ounces every three to four hours, and at this appointment we were encouraged to try Beck on some rice cereal. We will be giving it a go soon.
Beck has started to wake up a little more during the night which hasn't been fun for me; however, I still think he is a good sleeper. At night, he likes to sleep by himself, no cuddles. During the day, he likes to be cuddled, no putting him down.
Our only concern/question for the doctor was about Beck's head. For the past couple weeks Aaron and I were thinking the back of his head looked a little flat, but we weren't sure. The doctor confirmed our suspisions and informed us that there is still time to get it rounded out before we need to seek aid from a helmet. This was when I got a little sad. I don't put Beck down that much. I prefer to carry him, and so felt like I had failed some how. We are hoping to get the back of his little head rounded out before his six month appointment. At that time the doctor will reevlauate him and then decide if we need to see a specialist. . . . another specialist.
Speaking of specialist. . . His daily dose of medicine for his urinary reflux was increased. We report next month to the urology specialist.
And that is about it. I love this little guy and am happy that he is doing well.
Beck is 26 inches long (76%) His weight is 15 pounds 3 ounces (38%) and his head circumference is 40 cm (7%). He didn't put on as much weight as we would have liked, but the doctor isn't worried about it at the moment.
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