First Doctor's Visit

Claire had her 4 week check up yesterday and we finally found out just how much she has gained in a month of life. From her start point of 4lbs 15oz, she has gained plenty - she's 8lbs 9oz! Four pounds more than she was when she dropped weight on her second day of life! Not only that, but she is nearly 3 inches longer than she was at birth. I don't know what's normal on height growth, but I do know that the doctor told us to expect a weight gain of 1/2 to 1 oz per day. She blew right past that estimate, since that would have been a max gain of 2 lbs.

The doctor said she looks fabulous, specifically saying her skin was pretty since a lot of babies are pimply at this age and so far her skin is very clear. She got her second Hep B vaccination and it was so sad! She wailed and got a look on her face that clearly said we were all hurting not only her little leg but her feelings as well. Poor little thing!

And because we enjoy taking pictures of her while she's sleeping, here's a freebie from a few days ago...