Love Bug
We ended up having a rough couple of weeks. Emerson continued to be sick and ended up with a double ear infection. She was put on Augmentin and I think it gave her a gassy stomach because she was a grouch for over a week. She is finally better and back to her normal, loving self.
We had our cardiology appointment last week and Emerson was also scheduled for a sedated echo. After reviewing her charts and listening to her heart, her doctor decided to forgo the echo until next year. She sounded great and felt that it was unnecessary. That was great to hear. I had been worried because while Emerson was sick she had one instance where her lips and feet were purply-blue in color. We panicked and were about to take her to the ER when we slowed down and decided to make sure she was warm enough because she was cold and shivering when it occured. Well, within 15 minutes she regained her color. The Cardiologist told me in a technical way that she was just cold and there is nothing in her heart condition that would cause this. I was very glad I didn't go to the ER.
Emerson is doing so well lately and is taking so much in. I keep telling Brian that I feel Emerson is on the brink of doing such "great things". She is taking 6-8 steps in between objects and I can tell is on the verge of communicating more with us. She adores her Daddy and follows him wherever he goes and wants to be held and loved-up. She loves her neck to be nuzzled and we can pull her out of any cry or semi-temper tantrum with a quick nuzzle. Speaking of temper tantrums, this is new for her. Lately, if she doesn't get what she wants she lets out the shrillest, loudest scream that you have ever heard. My OT witnessed it and asked me how I handled it. I told her that if I picked her up, it stopped. I got a quick reality check from her she asked how that would work for me when she was 10. So now I am trying to ignore the behavior, walk away, and not give in. Tough to do, but the OT managed to scare me.
Here is the latest video of Emerson with her beloved rocking horse. This video shows how much she is growing, learning, and above all, what an absolute sweetheart she is. She is my heart and I think you will see why.
We had our cardiology appointment last week and Emerson was also scheduled for a sedated echo. After reviewing her charts and listening to her heart, her doctor decided to forgo the echo until next year. She sounded great and felt that it was unnecessary. That was great to hear. I had been worried because while Emerson was sick she had one instance where her lips and feet were purply-blue in color. We panicked and were about to take her to the ER when we slowed down and decided to make sure she was warm enough because she was cold and shivering when it occured. Well, within 15 minutes she regained her color. The Cardiologist told me in a technical way that she was just cold and there is nothing in her heart condition that would cause this. I was very glad I didn't go to the ER.
Emerson is doing so well lately and is taking so much in. I keep telling Brian that I feel Emerson is on the brink of doing such "great things". She is taking 6-8 steps in between objects and I can tell is on the verge of communicating more with us. She adores her Daddy and follows him wherever he goes and wants to be held and loved-up. She loves her neck to be nuzzled and we can pull her out of any cry or semi-temper tantrum with a quick nuzzle. Speaking of temper tantrums, this is new for her. Lately, if she doesn't get what she wants she lets out the shrillest, loudest scream that you have ever heard. My OT witnessed it and asked me how I handled it. I told her that if I picked her up, it stopped. I got a quick reality check from her she asked how that would work for me when she was 10. So now I am trying to ignore the behavior, walk away, and not give in. Tough to do, but the OT managed to scare me.
Here is the latest video of Emerson with her beloved rocking horse. This video shows how much she is growing, learning, and above all, what an absolute sweetheart she is. She is my heart and I think you will see why.
posted by Nicole | 7:13 PM
14 Comments:
That's wonderful news from the cardio!!!
I LOVE the video, she is just so adorable.
I remember the days when I used to have to give Daddy the reality check remark of, "So you think that's going to be cute when she's 10?!"
Wonderful news at the doc! I'm so glad she loves to be snuggled and loved on :) Payton is a daddy's girl too. And - I still have to have a reality check sometimes on the tantrums. Just like their happiness, their sadness seems to take up every part of their body. It's tough.
I love the video!! And - yes, I can see why she is everything to you ;) I hope she is feeling better!!
She is just precious! Love the curls! So glad to hear about your good news at the cardiologist.
Glad she is feeling better. Great news at the cardio. Her and Noah sound like they are at about the same pace which makes me feel good since they are close in age. She is so adorable. I haven't been able to let Noah on his riding toy lately because he tries to climb up on the seat and stand. Boys are definitely different. :)
Erik's lips and hands used to turn smurf-blue, freaking everybody out, but our cardiologist said it was nothing to fret about in his case. For some reason, it doesn't happen anymore.
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How cool about the cardio! Our PT noticed Brady's hands were bluish one day, but then they went away.. ugh ~ the things we have to watch out for!
I can't get the video to work, but I will try again later. That's great she is moving along! She's probably trying to catch up to her sister!
Great Video! So glad you got good news from the cardio doctor and not to mention not having to go to the ER!
Oh I so wish I could watch the video, She is so beautiful. What a sweetie.
Good news about her ticker! Yes tantrums, I know all about those. It's hard to have someone give you a reality check, but so worth it in the long run.
Heather
Great news from the cardio!! Emerson looks great. I am glad that all of you are feeling better. :)
Noel
Great News from the Cardio!!
What a gorgeous video!
Such a sweetie pie, it doesn't get any better than that!
Amy
I am in love. I don't know what I loved more, sweet Emmy loving her horsey, or your voice, brimming with love for your daughter. Beautiful.
supper cute video...awesome about the cardio doc :)
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