Doctor's Appointment

Poor Ciana had an appointment with Dr. Ross this afternoon. To start it was very good, we found out that she is 15 lbs and 12 oz's, (over a pound and a half gained in just over a month), in the top 90% for her height and weight and at the six month range for dexterity and attentiveness. Dr. Ross was very happy with her health and well-being. Then came the little cotton balls that were attached to the medical tape. I watched Ciana look on in interest as the Dr. set up her little station and prepped the needles. Then I held Ciana's little hands as she struggled to sit up, poor Dr. Ross leaned in and did the first injection, Ciana's smile crumbled to a look of shock and pain. This was repeated twice more. They say it is always more traumatic for the parent than the child and I am sure this is true as after some kisses and hugs the whole event was forgotten and Ciana was once again engrossed in her big plastic keys.
Anyway, she is having a little snooze now and has eaten heartily as well as played and squealed with her dad. I'm sure she will forgive us for putting her through all this. I'm also sure she will be in our bed at least part of the night tonight as any whimper and I will be convinced that she is dreaming about dr.'s and needles and in need of more cuddles. Until next time.