James almost wins the prize

Cars. Cribs. Diapers. College. Those were some of first concerns we had when we learned we were having triplets. Once we learned we were having three boys, we thought of stitches, broken bones, excessive noise, and mess. Today, James almost claimed the prize of being the first child to get stitches. He fell and bit [...]

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Healthy As Can Be

Ellie’s well visit this morning confirmed that she is the epitome of health. I also only had one question for the doctor, which reveals how little concern I have about her. We know how fortunate we are to have such a healthy and lively child. Here are her growth stats: Weight: 41.6 lbs. (62%) Height: [...]

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Thomas’ two-year stats

Thomas is always full of personality and energy. Today was no exception. He was restless at the doctor’s office and was very expressive. The doctor laughed as she reviewed her notes from his 18 month check-up when I had described Thomas as having a “temper.” He does still have one, but that would no longer [...]

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James’ two-year stats

James was very quiet and reserved during the appointment and would not respond to Dr. Ball’s attempts to engage him. He is not that way at school, and he does have an ear infection, so I think she caught him on a bad day. Poor James seems to be the first to get sick, the [...]

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Jack’s two-year stats

It only took me two years to realize that taking all three boys to the doctor at the same time is a recipe for disaster and frustration. So, this week each boy is going alone for his well visit. Jack is so cute and delightful to be with. The doctor commented that he was chatty [...]

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4-year-old stats

Ellie had her well-visit this morning.  And, well she is.  There was truly no concern about her health or development.  She was mesmerized by the examination process and consciously observed all aspects of it.  She had to get all of her kindergarten shots– though prematurely–and she was none too pleased.  She actually expressed to me [...]

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18 Month *Well* Visit

This day sounds like one big disaster, but I sometimes find the intensity of these days easier to deal with than ones that seem less defined.    Due to some work obligations, Ellie’s school schedule and my sitter’s schedule, our routine check up lasted two hours(!?) and the last half hour I was alone.  That meant that [...]

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One-year well visit

The boys had another good visit to the doctor for their one-year check-up. It is hard for me to believe that in one year, we only had to go to the pediatrician one time (for James who had an ear infection) beyond the scheduled well visits. We beat a lot of odds. They are remarkably [...]

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9-Month Check-up

Taking three babies for a check-up is getting interesting.  Even with two adults, it is tricky to manage the two children that are waiting while the other is being examined.  It is also odd to be with a doctor for almost two hours.  I think we are all relieved when it is over.  Vital stats today: [...]

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First Visit to the Dentist

Now that Ellie is three, she has earned the privilege of going to the dentist.  I took her to a pediatric dentist recommended by a friend.  It was a great experience.  Since I love going to the dentist, I suppose I did not project anything negative onto the experience either before or during.  I also [...]

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