What a relief...

The girls each had their doctor's appts today. I just dread taking the girls to the doctor. Probably because I HATED going to the doctor as a child. I would get sick to my stomach, and just be SO nervous. I don't want them to have the same experience. Also, I was going to have the dreaded conversation with my pediatrician.....vaccines. This is a subject I don't want to get into here, but to make a long story short, I am not against vaccines, nor do I turn a blind eye and act as if there are no risks. I have done research, talked to doctor's and read books. So, I had some hard questions to ask our pediatrician, and was hoping that he would receive me as a concerned parent, not an uneducated, naive, untrusting parent.

What a relief..
First of all, my mom came with to help me with the girls. Tayva did GREAT!! She tried to be so brave. She is really sensitive, and gets nervous in those situations, so I was so proud of her. Siri did great as well--no screaming at all. :)

What a Relief...
The doctor's reports came back terrific for both girls. Healthy, happy girls-who can complain?? What a blessing indeed!!

So, I know you are waiting to find out how the vaccine conversation went.
What a Relief...
Our pediatrician received my concerns very graciously, and said he is "open-minded" about vaccines. Of course, he has some opinions, and shared them with me--which I wanted to hear. He addressed my concerns, and has really done A LOT of research on vaccines himself, and is VERY up to date. (In fact, he presents at conferences about vaccines) Anyway, we decided on an alternate vaccine schedule for Siri. I was so happy. It was just what I wanted. I feel really good about what we decided. (so Siri didn't cry at all--except for her vaccines--and settled down right away) So, I feel like she is vaccinated for the most important, relevant diseases for her risk factors (or lack of them).

What a Relief all around!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!


This has nothing to do with the doctor appt today, but I ran across this quote and thought I would share it with you. It resonated with me, especially since I had trouble during my pregnancies. It is a "If I had My Life to Do Over" quote:

Instead of wishing away nine months of pregnancy, I'd have cherished every moment and realized that the wonderment growing inside me was the only chance in life to assist God in a miracle.

What a thought huh?? Amazing--I "assisted" God in two miracles!!!!


***I just want to make a note about vaccines: It's a touchy subject amongst some. I feel that there are pros and cons to both sides of the argument. The reason for this post is not to get into a vaccine debate. Bob and I have done our own research, consulted with our doctor, and decided on a schedule that works for us. I am not implying that others should take the same approach we have--it is just what is right for us. To vaccinate or not is a hot topic, and I feel that every parent should do what they feel is best--no judgements made here.