Doctor Visits

Today we had to pay a visit to Madison's pediatrician because of constipation. About 2 weeks ago, she had to switch to a higher calorie formula because her weight gain started to slow. I'm pretty sure that is what has caused this problem.

I always hate going to her doctor. I can't shake the feeling that regardless of the reason I'm going, I will be told something is wrong. I dread it so much. I used to love taking Kalen (my son) to the doctor when he was a baby... minus the shots, of course. I got to see how much he weighed, and how much he had grown. I just wish I could share the same feeling when I take Maddy, I guess. I think the fear of it all stems from the difficulties I had during my pregnancy, as well as her diagnoses. Maybe I just worry too much. I'm working on that.

We didn't get any bad news, though! Well... other than it's bad that she's constipated. She has put on 10 ounces since being switched to the new formula, so that's good! She now weighs 9 pounds 13 ounces. They also commented on how active she is for her age. She was kicking and squirming and rolling on her side constantly. They suggested I give her karo syrup, so I put a teaspoon of it in 2 ounces of water. Still nothing. I'm hoping we'll get a result from it soon.

If I could, I'd take it all on myself. She's so miserable. :(