8 Week Check Up

Owen had his 8 week check up this week.  All news from the doctor was good.  He is weighing in at 12.8 lbs, which is the 75th percentile for his age.  That's a great improvement from the 10th percentile we started at 6 weeks ago.  The doctor was happy that the Prevacid seems to be working for his acid reflux.  It sounds like we will stick with that for a few more months.  Owen seems to be right on track...we're just waiting for a social smile and for him to start grabbing at things.  The dr thinks this should happen anytime--in the next few weeks. 

The challenging part of the appointment was his first round of immunizations.  I wasn't really prepared to have to hold his arms down while two nurses stuck him with 3 shots.  When he looked at me it was as if he was saying "How could you mom!".  He calmed down after a few minutes and I thought the hard part was over.  Unfortunately Owen's little leg swelled up a few hours later and he screamed and screamed.  After a dose of Tylenol, a cool cloth, and lots of cuddling, and tears from both of us, he finally calmed down after about 90 minutes.  I'm not sure who it was harder on--him or me.  It's just heart breaking to see your baby in pain. 

Owen and I are excited to spend his 9th week with Aunt Sarah, Uncle Ben, and cousins Nathan, Emma, Alex and Josh.  We will be heading up to Minnesota in the middle of the week to visit for a few days.  With only 3 weeks left of my maternity leave, we want to make the most of our time. 

Below are a few pictures of Owen trying out the Bumbo seat.  He is almost holding his head up enough to sit in it.  He still needs a little help.  There are also a couple shots after his bath.  He just loves bath time!

Watching golf already!

The best 15$ I ever spent!  He loves his activity mat!