Why are we going back in you ask? Well, Korri is not gaining enough weight (12 lbs. 2 oz) and the Dr. wants to start ruling things out as to why she is still so fussy. She has fallen below her already shallow growth curve, so Dr. wants to keep an eye on it and try a few things. First, we are supplementing with a specialized formula that already has the protein processed (to hopefully help her tummy feel better) and man, does it stink! She has taken to it over the last couple days and seems to not have a problem switching back and forth between the breast and bottle (fingers crossed). We also decided to just pay for the prevacid out of pocket and if it works, then we'll "fight" with the insurance to get them to pay for it. She just started it yesterday, so hard to say it's effect yet. Another change is that Jim will now be giving her a bottle for one of her night time feedings in order for me to get a longer stretch of sleep at one time (apparently I'm sleep deprived!). I'm sure I'm forgetting a ton, but I was SO thankful that NeNe was able to leave work early to join us there (since Jim was traveling). I can't even begin to express how great it was to have her there (and it helps that she is a nurse!).
The dr was very concerned about me and even called both Jim and me later in the evening to make sure things were good and that I was getting enough help. Fortunately, aunt Kelsie was already going to come over Thurs AM, so she agreed to come Wed evening and stay over night to do one of K's night time feedings. I didn't wake up Wed night until 5:30am, when my boobs told me it was time for K to eat! Upon K's dr's strong recommendation, I started Zoloft yesterday. I know it takes a bit to take effect, but I'm very hopeful. I also went to a counselor yesterday AM (thanks, Kels for watching the kids!), so hopefully I/we are doing enough things to make some changes for the better in our lives. And K "turned" five months old yesterday! Hard to believe.
The dr was very concerned about me and even called both Jim and me later in the evening to make sure things were good and that I was getting enough help. Fortunately, aunt Kelsie was already going to come over Thurs AM, so she agreed to come Wed evening and stay over night to do one of K's night time feedings. I didn't wake up Wed night until 5:30am, when my boobs told me it was time for K to eat! Upon K's dr's strong recommendation, I started Zoloft yesterday. I know it takes a bit to take effect, but I'm very hopeful. I also went to a counselor yesterday AM (thanks, Kels for watching the kids!), so hopefully I/we are doing enough things to make some changes for the better in our lives. And K "turned" five months old yesterday! Hard to believe.
I don't know if it's just wishful thinking, but I think K has been less fussy yesterday and so far today (other than the fact that she wouldn't go to bed last night...aunt Kelsie saved the day yet again in addition to all the help she gave yesterday!). In order to start ruling out some bigger issues, aunt Kristine met K and I at Children's hospital this morning for a brain ultrasound (for Korri, not Kristine!) and a milk scan. Yes, Kristine is still on bed rest, but what better place to be if you aren't at home?!?! (side note: hooray for 33 weeks today!) The ultrasound will help us know if she has some neurological problems. The milk scan will tell us if she has acid reflux and how her stomach processes milk. K's dr should receive the results by mid week next week and we go back in for a visit in a week and a half. Thank you to auntie Kristine for meeting us there and the support.
It was nice to have somebody to chat with during the procedure...for which K did amazing. She had to drink special formula (we couldn't get more than an ounce in her!) and then lay strapped down to the table for an HOUR...and she only cried for the last five minutes. The tech put on a Baby Einstein dvd, which she LOVED! Who knew?!?! Maybe I'll have to pick one up.
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Stacy, you don't know me but I have been silent reading your blog for awhile. Sorry, I hope it doesn't freak you out! I am friends from high school with Pam Folbrecht and I found your blog on her sight. Anyway, I am a mother of 4 and I have really enjoyed reading what you have written. With my first I suffered from undiagnosed postpartum depression and didn't even realize it til much later. I understand the things you are feeling! My first 3 children were born in 35 months total and life at many times seemed VERY overwhelming. The real reason I decided to wrote was to share an experience with my youngest who is now 4.5. He was labled as failure to thrive from 6 weeks until age 3. He completely fell off the growth curve and no one knew why. He seemed to eat ok, but just never gained anyweight or very little. We went to a pediatric gastrointerologist, pediatric endocrinologist, and a pediatric cardiologist. Never over those 3 years did we ever figure out what was the issue and we just trudged on doing the everything we could think of!! In the end around the age of 3, he suddenly started turning around. Now at four he weighs 34lbs and is 41 inches tall. That was a 4lb weight gain and 4 inch growth since he had turned 3 and his dr. was thrilled. I guess I just wanted to share this because I though (hoped) that if may give you some comfort if nothing shows up with her testing. My doctor decided that it was just Carter and he grew on his own terms! Praying that everything goes well and things in your life settle down for you all! Your children are adorable!!
Thank you for the comment and support. It really means a lot and I'm so glad your son is doing so well!
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