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Owen went to his GI doctor yesterday. He was 20 pounds 1 ounce (we have been working for that 20 pound mark for what seems like FOREVER)!!!! She was pleased with his weight, and said he was in the 3rd percentile for his age. I was slightly confused, being that Dr. Brady (our pediatrician) said he was below the growth chart, and had been for quite some time. When I asked Dr. Anderson (GI doctor) she said they use a different growth chart than other doctors. Well that is not consistent, now is it?

Anyway, she agreed that Owen could absolutely afford to gain a few pounds. She wants us to switch him to Elecare Jr. (he was on Elecare Infant) instead of Almond milk. While Almond Milk is good for him, it does not offer enough calories for someone so little. She also started him in a reflux tablet. He has some juicy burps and gurgles occasionally, so she wants to see if that will help him with his eating. Speaking of eating... she also wants Owen to go to a feeding therapist. I am sure you are saying, "A feeding therapist? What in the WORLD is that?" Well I had no idea either. She explained it is a certified speech and language therapist who specializes in feeding. They will work with Owen on textures, foods, and sensory issues. (Click here for more info.) Hey, it is worth a shot. We are waiting to hear back from this department to schedule his first appointment. We will return to GI in March for a weight recheck.

His EEG is scheduled for December 20th. Owen's MRI is scheduled for January 3rd.  We have several doctors appointments in the next few months. I am almost out of sick/vacation days at work. My mind feels like it might explode some days between the scheduling, the insurance company, the medical bills, and the driving back and forth. Not to mention chasing around and entertaining a precious little 16 month old. I know I will look back on this and think "how did we make it through?" To be honest, despite a few emotional break downs (me-not Owen), we are doing just fine. Owen is an absolute joy. We have a great support system. We could not ask for better friends and family to help us out and listen to our concerns. I can't thank you all enough!