Today I went to the doctor for my 8-week checkup and first round of vaccinations. I can't believe I have all ready been around for 8 whole weeks. I weighted in at 11.9lbs (50 percentile) and was 23.25 inches long. I'm doing well and the doctor seemed very happy as he shined bright lights in my ears, eyes and mouth. He even just held me for a minute while he talked with my parents. I do have a bit of reflux which is super common in babies, but it causes me to 'spit up' a lot of my dinner which burns my tiny throat and makes me cry. I have been a not so happy camper the last few weeks, but I am gaining weight which is a great sign that the reflux isn't to terrible...tell my throat that doc! Anyway, my parents got some great tips on how to handle me during and after feedings, positioning my crib mattress and changing pad and a new formula to try with my mommy's breast milk. Even with being in a little bit of discomfort, I'm still a happy baby and enjoy being on my stomach to play, smiling some and of course sleeping! We go back to the doctor in another eight weeks.
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