I was just sharing with Jim how I was exhausted and didn't feel like blogging but then I couldn't bare to let Fiona's third month birthday go unacknowledged. Little one started her second quarter yesterday. Scrolling down the blog it's hard to believe the gangly 7 lb-er, teeny pink scrunched-up face, under the hospital knit cap is now a chubby, alert, 13 1/2 lb-er who barely fits 0-3 mos outfits. She not only speaks her mind through fits of screaming and that heartbreaking quivering lower lip, she has gained control of her personal space with two very strong legs, robust little arms, and a very dynamic full body squirm. Except for the occasional, steady-set on her forearms she still protests tummy-time but she's rolling well and I predict in no time she'll happily land tummy down on her own accord. With persistence we can occasionally break-up a tantrum by a tickle or a persuasive smile--for a few seconds shrieking pauses, the little corners of her mouth turn up, twinkling eyes squint, and we earn a sweet little song of "coos." In a tranquil moment the other day Jim even inspired a lengthy "uhh" dialogue, full of intonation and expression. I am convinced she's also become acutely aware of her fabulous wardrobe. Each morning when we sort through her armoire Fiona attentively delights in the options. She particularly enjoys a few fashions held up to her before selecting the perfect sundress or romper.
We prayed to the Gods all Monday but month 3 did not mark the magical demise of colic. In the meantime we're seeking relief with Zantac drops. I visited Fiona's doctor again last week after a pediatrician I work with (Actually, when I was showing her off at work Fiona created such a holler that the entire pediatric resident team poured into the hallway to see what patient was so upset.) suggested Fiona may have some aggravating reflux even though she doesn't spit-up like most reflux babies. She's been on a solid regimen for about 4-5 days now and the med should help between 3 days to a full week- if it helps. It's kind of a "rule out" reflux trial. Otherwise she is a very healthy little girl and true colic should be settling down within the next few weeks should the Zantac prove useless.
Over the next three months we look forward to first tastes of cereal, child proofing the house for a soon-to-be crawling Fiona, and many more little coos and giggles.
We prayed to the Gods all Monday but month 3 did not mark the magical demise of colic. In the meantime we're seeking relief with Zantac drops. I visited Fiona's doctor again last week after a pediatrician I work with (Actually, when I was showing her off at work Fiona created such a holler that the entire pediatric resident team poured into the hallway to see what patient was so upset.) suggested Fiona may have some aggravating reflux even though she doesn't spit-up like most reflux babies. She's been on a solid regimen for about 4-5 days now and the med should help between 3 days to a full week- if it helps. It's kind of a "rule out" reflux trial. Otherwise she is a very healthy little girl and true colic should be settling down within the next few weeks should the Zantac prove useless.
Over the next three months we look forward to first tastes of cereal, child proofing the house for a soon-to-be crawling Fiona, and many more little coos and giggles.
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