What's worse than one sick baby? Two sick babies. What's worse than two sick babies? Three sick babies. Fortunately, we're not up to three sick babies.
Yet.
But we're not holding our breath.
Unfortunately, we didn't realize we had even ONE sick baby until after we were already Jessica's house. Fortunately, her kids weren't really exposed to my babies. Unfortunately, both Jessica and her husband Jon were. I hope they don't get sick. Meanwhile, we're dealing with poor little babies.
Sam had a 101 degree (farenheit) fever and was screaming bloody murder yesterday. Today it's lower, but still elevated, and slightly less screaming.
Abby was throwing up and screaming bloody murder, but no fever. She was a pretty miserable baby, poor thing. 😦
A call today to the doctor suggested that they probably have two different viruses, but no need to come rushing in to the doctor just yet, so long as they're both keeping down fluids and not totally lethargic. So all is well.
Hopefully Ellie will remain not-sick. She was all kinds of happy yesterday and has remained her usual, cheeful self today.
Otherwise, we had a terrific time, as always, out at Jessica's house. J had a fabulous time running around like a maniac. The best thing about being there is that they have a big house and a big yard where J doesn't have a lot of "No" in his life, because he is relatively free to run around without fear of getting in the way or making too much noise or knocking things down or any of the things that he runs the risk of in most houses. So he has a fabulous time there every time he goes, despite the fact that he's a bit older than all of the other kids. Here's some proof:
Now here's hoping HE doesn't get sick EITHER!
Update, mostly for Jessica's benefit: My friend, A, who is also a pediatrician who shares my distaste for the doctor who was on call today is going to take a look at my kids. She thinks it may actually be a couple ear infections and is annoyed that the doctor didn't bring them in to take a look today. We'll see. I am skeptical about the ear infection possibility, but I'm all for having a doctor examine the kiddos just in case.
Updated Again: No ear infections. Just some random virus. A does not believe that it is two separate viruses, though. She thinks that's a ridiculous theory.
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Your poor babies look so unhappy with their little pink cheeks! I hope they start feeling better very soon.
I’m so totally unworried… I’m sorry to hear however that they weren’t better today, and that yesterday wasn’t just some sort of fluke. That’s sort of what I was hoping for. Bah. Seth’s feeling better I assume? I really just hope that things stay below the radar as far as the fever and hydration is concerned, I know how worrisome that can be. I loved you guys being out here, and missed you nearly as soon as your car left the driveway. YOu live much much too far away, or maybe I do… Regardless, I wish we lived closer to one another, but I thank God everyday that you live as close as you do, b/c I’m not sure what I would do without you.Love & Hugs…-me
Ugh, nothing is worse than sick babies. God Speed … I hope everyone feels better TOMORROW.
Sounds like what I had, and then Mike and all three babies got. Random, horrible virus. Hope everyone feels better soon.
Hope they’re feeling better and the rest of you don’t catch it. The photos are precious, as usual.
I’ve been a lurker for sometime, but in honor of NaComLeavMo, I decide to de-lurk. Your poor babies! They are adorable and I really ejoying reading your blog!
Poor babies! They look so unhappy! Hopefully everyone heals up quickly!
Your babies (and J) are so sweet! I really enjoy reading your blog and your journey. I also suffered from IF and your blog was “referred” to me a few years ago. Fortunately, I have a beautiful little boy (only one!) who will be 14 mo. tomorrow!!! Time flies… I know you’re enjoying your little ones so much! Thanks for sharing your journey with those adorable babies! Hope they are all feeling better soon!
man as soon as I read the first lines about screaming and fever I said they have ear infections!! Classic signs, fever and pain. Then as I scrolled down I was relieved. Nothing worse than an ear ache and I hope they get better. With my kids it was very frequent.
Man, something is going around this area. One of my three was sick last week, screaming, fever, snotty nose, the whole nine yards. No ear infection, either. Fortunately, the other two didn’t get it. Unfortunately, the one who was sick is our little one that we have a hard enough time getting to take liquids. It was a rough few days trying to keep him hydrated.Hope they are feeling better.
Your babies (and J) are so sweet! I really enjoy reading your blog and your journey. I also suffered from IF and your blog was “referred” to me a few years ago. Fortunately, I have a beautiful little boy (only one!) who will be 14 mo. tomorrow!!! Time flies… I know you’re enjoying your little ones so much! Thanks for sharing your journey with those adorable babies! Hope they are all feeling better soon!
Your babies (and J) are so sweet! I really enjoy reading your blog and your journey. I also suffered from IF and your blog was “referred” to me a few years ago. Fortunately, I have a beautiful little boy (only one!) who will be 14 mo. tomorrow!!! Time flies… I know you’re enjoying your little ones so much! Thanks for sharing your journey with those adorable babies! Hope they are all feeling better soon!