Super baby to the rescue!
Take time to smile everydayToday Ryan let me open one of my birthday presents early. My birthday is Friday. . .unfortunately it's the big 3-0. Ryan took off work on Friday and the three of us our going to have as much fun as three people can have within the confines of your own house. Ryan got me an ipod so that I can (get this) hold Olivia in her room while rocking and listening to music. It will also come in handy this spring when Olivia and I go on our long walks. Ryan always makes my birthdays special. . ..two years ago I got a car! In three more years it will be all mine.
I called Olivia's pediatrician's office to make sure her Synagis shot was there for tomorrow. Good thing I called because our insurance company hadn't mailed it yet. It is supposed to be mailed tomorrow and we rescheduled for Friday, which is fine because that will be 29 days since her last shot. It may be a blessing because it's supposed to do the whole snowing,blowing, drifting thing tomorrow.
Olivia has become quite the bossy boss and her feisty personality still shines through. When we take our afternoon naps, we position ourselves just so and I can't stray from that position. The other day, she wanted her head right on my neck and got irritated should I want to swallow. She won't hardly let us give her the Poly-Vi-Sol or Nystatin anymore and she's learned how to spit it right back out. Today, however, she has been a sleepyhead. She barely stays awake long enough to eat before she's back to sleep again. Hopefully, she'll wake up to play a bit tonight.
I called Olivia's pediatrician's office to make sure her Synagis shot was there for tomorrow. Good thing I called because our insurance company hadn't mailed it yet. It is supposed to be mailed tomorrow and we rescheduled for Friday, which is fine because that will be 29 days since her last shot. It may be a blessing because it's supposed to do the whole snowing,blowing, drifting thing tomorrow.
Olivia has become quite the bossy boss and her feisty personality still shines through. When we take our afternoon naps, we position ourselves just so and I can't stray from that position. The other day, she wanted her head right on my neck and got irritated should I want to swallow. She won't hardly let us give her the Poly-Vi-Sol or Nystatin anymore and she's learned how to spit it right back out. Today, however, she has been a sleepyhead. She barely stays awake long enough to eat before she's back to sleep again. Hopefully, she'll wake up to play a bit tonight.
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Ryan is so sweet to you, I know the three of you will have a lot of fun on Friday. Is a good thing you don't have to get out of the house tomorrow.It will be to cold for Olivia.
Enjoy all of your days with your sweet Little lady, even if she wants to take a nap with her head on your neck(that is to cute).
Have a good night,
God is awesome:)
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Hey I just ordered an ipod myself! It should be here right about my birthday! Then I'll see if I can figure out how to work it.
I'm glad the three of you are going to have a special day for your birthday. Sheesh we're old! Haha!
Kerry
How awesome! Enjoy you're iPod! It really comes in handy to cheer you up, but you already have a bundle of joy! She sounds like she's doing so well, I'm glad that her shots and everything will be ready for her when she goes back in! It's good that you won't have to go through all that frusteration like last time!
I forgot to mention that one of my new classes is health, and we learned about our first big project a few days ago. We have to pick a topic, and do tons of research, make a powerpoint, write a 2-page paper, and some other small things, but anyway, my topic is RSV! Not that it's a good thing, but I thought I could get most of my answers and info right here! I have been using that link that Jodi posted, about a month ago, it has been so helpful! Also, on my powerpoint, I was hoping you would allow me to use a couple pictures of Livi, and just explain some of the precautions, and what would happen if she were to catch it. I hope you don't mind, I think it would be so cute!
Love you all!
Stay Strong,
Shea♥
She's growing up fast!
FYI we STILL *started in the NICU)put Poly Vi Sol in a little bit of milk and the kids drink it out of their bottles...maybe that will work!
This may sound a little bit mean, but as soon as you squirt the medicine in her mouth, blow into her face very quickly. A baby's reflex is to swallow when that quick burst of air hits their face.
Shawna
Enjoy your ipod, they are fabulous. The big 3-0....I'm there with you a month after your big day!! I love the super baby picture, too cute!! She just continues to grow and grow. I love reading this blog. Feels as though your family is everyones extended family. Thank you for sharing!!!
No update for yesterday yet so I have to tell you HAPPY BIRTHDAY on this update. HAPPY BIRTHDAY JODI!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Kerry
P.S. You're old (and I'm not. For six more days.)
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