Dr. Appointment - Follow-up
Today was Jacob's follow-up appointment from his one year. The follow-up visit was for part II of the flu shot and check-up on the status of Jacob's skin as well. There were also a few other things that we wanted to fill the doctor in on since we were there as well.
Jacob gained 5 ounces in the last month and now weighs in at 21 pounds, 11 ounces. Upon review of Jacob's skin, we are still having issues and the doctor has ensured us that we are doing what we should be doing and are better than most. Once again, she reaffirmed that fact that we need to continue running the vaporizer/humidifier at night, keep using regular lotion once and sometimes twice a day, plus using the greasy stuff before Jacob goes to bed. Also, if it looks like it has cleared up, keep using it, otherwise the next day his skin will be bad again. We did ask about seeing a dermatologist. The doctor said that she would recommend a dermatologist, but the only difference between what she/they have been doing and a specialist is that the other dr. would prescribed stronger steroids. We do see improvement when we stay on top of it, so we decided that we would forgo the dermatologist, at least for now.
During some discussion, Jacob did walk for the dr. while he was just in his diaper on the floor, so we filled her in on that as well as his improved pointing skills. She glad to see that he has advanced in this area and did notice it. So, up on the table he went to check out his ears. Good news, no fluid in his ears and they looked great. At this point, we discussed that Jacob isn't saying any words yet. He is saying dada and mama, but not as if he knows how to use them. We discussed how he is picking up on our conversations and commands, etc. The dr. recommended that Jacob get a hearing test to rule any issues there out. She knows that he is very vocal, but just doesn't want to overlook anything. So, we have a number to call to have this checked into.
So, Jacob basically got a good report with a couple of "homework" things to do. We need to keep exaggerating/emphasizing the pronunciation of words to help Jacob learn. One thing that Amy and I wish to know is what kind of a hearing test it is that Jacob would get. We know that he hears us and understands commands and things, but we don't know if they can tell how Jacob here's voices. Meaning, are they clear or just mumbo jumbo which is why he is not formulating words. Guess we either need to wait for the appointment or get on the good 'ol internet to find out...
Jacob gained 5 ounces in the last month and now weighs in at 21 pounds, 11 ounces. Upon review of Jacob's skin, we are still having issues and the doctor has ensured us that we are doing what we should be doing and are better than most. Once again, she reaffirmed that fact that we need to continue running the vaporizer/humidifier at night, keep using regular lotion once and sometimes twice a day, plus using the greasy stuff before Jacob goes to bed. Also, if it looks like it has cleared up, keep using it, otherwise the next day his skin will be bad again. We did ask about seeing a dermatologist. The doctor said that she would recommend a dermatologist, but the only difference between what she/they have been doing and a specialist is that the other dr. would prescribed stronger steroids. We do see improvement when we stay on top of it, so we decided that we would forgo the dermatologist, at least for now.
During some discussion, Jacob did walk for the dr. while he was just in his diaper on the floor, so we filled her in on that as well as his improved pointing skills. She glad to see that he has advanced in this area and did notice it. So, up on the table he went to check out his ears. Good news, no fluid in his ears and they looked great. At this point, we discussed that Jacob isn't saying any words yet. He is saying dada and mama, but not as if he knows how to use them. We discussed how he is picking up on our conversations and commands, etc. The dr. recommended that Jacob get a hearing test to rule any issues there out. She knows that he is very vocal, but just doesn't want to overlook anything. So, we have a number to call to have this checked into.
So, Jacob basically got a good report with a couple of "homework" things to do. We need to keep exaggerating/emphasizing the pronunciation of words to help Jacob learn. One thing that Amy and I wish to know is what kind of a hearing test it is that Jacob would get. We know that he hears us and understands commands and things, but we don't know if they can tell how Jacob here's voices. Meaning, are they clear or just mumbo jumbo which is why he is not formulating words. Guess we either need to wait for the appointment or get on the good 'ol internet to find out...
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