Tuesday, November 13, 2007

Update from the Homefront


Me and ' Bazooka' (Esme) sitting in the workshop

Esme had her first week doctor appointment today, and she actually gained weight! Some babies lose weight the first week, but she has gained 3 oz. since her birthday (8 lb, 3 oz.). The doctor did her checkup and said she looks very healthy. She didn't even sqwuak much except when the doctor turned her over in midair (holding his hand under her tummy) to check her back.

The little white bump near Esme's left eye is called 'milia', and should go away by itself. It was there when she was born and we had both wondered what it was when it didn't brush off.

The doctor also said we're clear to do our move with Esme. My physical antibodies should protect her until she is about three months old. As long as we make sure she sees a doctor for her two-month immunizations, and I get my 6 week postaprtum checkup, we should be okay. We don't have to get those here, but we do have to make sure they don't get forgotten in all the shuffle.

8 comments:

Anonymous said...

Good to hear you had an uneventful first appointment. May you have many more boring appointments! :-)

Have you decided where you're moving?

Chris said...

Yay! Now, where are you moving?!

Ladeewolf said...

Yes, where are you moving to?

Jeanne said...

I can't believe you are moving so soon! Where!

Lynn said...

I am glad you are doing well.
Be careful. A move can wear you down.

Jennifer said...

You look so relaxed and happy! I'm glad to hear it is all going well.

mrspao said...

What a beautiful picture! So have you decided where to move to?

Anonymous said...

What a gorgeous photo of you and Esme! You are certainly radiant!