Komarnicki Kids

Things are busy busy around here! And with the great weather, we are outside a lot of the time so I haven't been around the computer much.

I was gone most of the weekend working my Moms of Multiples group consignment sale. I sold some old stuff and got the kids some great new stuff for spring and summer!

Last Wednesday, we took Addison and Fischer to their 3 year check up. I think it was the longest appointment they've ever had - we were there for well over an hour! But the doctor was very pleased with everything! These appointments get harder as the kids get older because they are quite aware of what's going on - like when the nurse walks in with the shot tray... the kids know exactly what that is now and FREAK OUT!!

Anyway, we got there and while we were in the waiting room both kids had to potty... so we had to ask the nurse for a cup because this time, my big kids had to give a sample! I couldn't believe how well they did with us standing right there, holding a cup for them! So that was one hurdle out of the way. :) Then, we finally got called and it was time to get weighed and measured. As of last Wednesday, Addison was 28 pounds (25th %), and 37 inches (50th %). Fischer weighed in at 29.5 pounds (25th %) and 37.75 inches (50th %). They are growing so much!

After that, it was time to take their blood pressure. Both seemed a little confused about the cuff as it got tighter but it was no big deal. Then, it was time for the finger prick. Fischer went first, so by the time it was Addison's turn, she was a wreck from watching Fischer get upset. It was over pretty quickly, but it wasn't fun.

Then we headed into the exam room with the nurse. She did an eye exam with each of them - so grown up! They had to cover one eye at a time and read a few shapes off of a chart across the room. They both did great but Addison's took a little longer because Fischer kept yelling out the shapes before she could answer. We finally had him look the other way so she could finish up. I guess he was just trying to help her out!

The doctor finally came in to start the exams. She looked at their ears, and said Addison's tubes looked "Beautiful" and Fischer's ears were nice and clear. This is our first visit since November where they've both had clear ears. WOOHOO! :) While she did their exams, she asked us a lot about their diet, sleep, behavior, school, etc... I had a list of questions and remembered to ask all of them! Sometimes I take a list and forget to look at it.  As I said, she was very pleased with their progress and all of their blood levels (cholesterol, iron, etc) looked great! She said they seem to be doing great with their nutrition based on their blood test. Yay for that!

So we thought we were done but she said they each had to get a shot. Ugh! Their is one nurse in this office that does all of the shots so as soon as she walked in with her tray they got really upset. Fischer went first again, so by the time it was Addison's turn, she was thrashing around and even managed to kick the nurse. Oops! I managed to hold her still long enough for the nurse to do the shot, which only took about 2 seconds. Apparently they get a lot of shots at their 4 year appointment so we are going to have to take one out of the room while the other gets their shots. They get too upset watching each other!

So finally we were done and it was time to head to Krispy Kreme for their much-deserved doughnut! And sadly, I didn't take a single picture of them during this visit. I usually take at least one with my phone and completely forgot this time!