4 weeks!

Brennan is 4 weeks old today! Time is flying by so quickly! He is such a joy and we feel so blessed to be his parents. He's spending more time awake and very alert..it's fun to watch him observe and learn about his world. He's gaining more and more control of his neck and loves to "talk."

We went to the pediatrician today for his one month appointment. He now weighs 10 lbs, 14.5 oz (75-90th percentile), is 22.75 inches long (90-95th percentile), and his head circumference is 38.5 cm (59-75th percentile). He's growing like a weed!

Luckily, his persistent diaper rash/yeast infection is finally getting better! We're able to make it through diaper changes without him screaming! We got a few more tubes of rx ointment to clear it up, hopefully for good!

Brennan was prescribed Zantac for acid reflux. Recently, he's become very fussy after most feedings, including arching his back, etc. Also, he makes grunts, whimpers, cries and other signs of discomfort after he's laid during following nighttime feedings. Hopefully, the Zantac helps...it's horrible to see and hear him in such pain! The ped was pleased that he's continuing to gain so much weight, despite his discomfort.

The doctor mentioned that Brennan continues to look a little yellow. He sent us to the hospital to check his bilirubin, which can either be direct or indirect. If indirect, he should be fine within a month with continuing to breastfeed. If direct, we would have to do additional tests on his liver. Brennan was certainly not a fan of getting his blood drawn! We got the phone call tonight, his results indicated indirect bilirubin!

Everything else with out little man looks good! We go back to the pediatrician in a month.

Daddy surprised us this afternoon by coming home early from work! Mommy was able to take a much needed nap while Brennan and Daddy spent time together. We've been able to have more time together this evening, too...I love our family time!