Jack has bilateral otitis media with a ruptured left ear drum. The poor little guy is always so happy that we can't ever tell he's sick. He didn't have a fever until last night, and he started screaming at 1am, which is probably when his ear drum ruptured. He's had more ear infections than Luke and Beau combined. The doctor explained today that there is probably some issues with his eustachian tube from being premature, which does explain a lot, but I just absolutely hate for him to be in pain. It seems like he has one every other month.
And today, when they weighed him at the doctor's office, I just knew he was going to weigh more than he did. It was a huge disappointment. He's been eating so well, and he looks bigger. On May 28, he weighed 13 pounds 6 ounces, and today he weighed 15 pounds 6 ounces. Two months and he's only gained two pounds? I feel like he eats constantly. Its so frustrating. I know all of the other preemie parents have gone through this, but I just want to scream! And the preemie clinic had to reschedule his appointment so we have to wait a few more weeks to see his dietician. I know they don't intentionally do it, but they make me feel so guilty when we go in there and he hasn't gained what they think he should. I don't know what else to do.
Monday, July 17, 2006
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Oh Misti, I am so sorry he is not feeling good. I hope he is better real soon.
What about trying the preemie formula and then maybe adding carnation instant breakfast for more calories?
Also try foods that have a high caloric index and nutritional value, like Avacado, banana, scrambled eggs, full fat yogurt.
Those crackers and puffs toddlers like to eat have so few calories. I think if Jack is eating, it should always be formula or calorie dense food. That way he does not wear himself out eating on low calorie stuff.
Also what about waking him at night for a extra bottle?
Anyhoo, I am not a dietician and by far no expert in preemies but these are things I know my friends have done to halp their children gain weight. Sending you huge hugs!!!
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