2 Year Check-Up

A few weeks ago we took Ava to the doctor for her 2 year old check-up. I'm happy to report all is well. She is healthy, strong, and developing on target. The only bad part about the appointment was Ava's meltdown at the site of the exam room.

Ava was fine while we were in the waiting room looking at the fish tank, but as soon as we past the tank and headed for the room she lost it. She began to scream, cry, and beg for me to hold her. She knew what was coming and didn't want any part of it. I felt so terrible and was worried she wouldn't be able to go through with the appointment. Once in the room I was able to calm her down, but as soon as the MA came in Ava lost it again. We tried to get her height, but Ava clung to me and we couldn't. I was able to bribe her with some chocolate fish crackers to stand on the scale, but that was all the fish crackers would buy me. Rich showed up a few minutes later and that helped a little. We were able to hold her for the exam, but she still put up a fight. When it came time for the shot Ava fought hard. Rich helped hold her down and I tried to calm her. Fortunately, there was only one shot and it was over quick. After the shot we were able to calm Ava and she fell asleep in the car within 5 minutes.

Height: ??

Weight: 25 3/4 lb.

Head: 19 1/4 in.