A few days ago Wyatt had his 9 month well baby exam and the doctor noticed that his head circumference {“hat size”} had jumped from somewhere in the 75th percentile to the 97th. He said this concerned him and asked me if Wyatt had been behaving any different or vomiting. I told him no and he said he would just follow-up in one month to re-measure Wyatt’s head.
I was a little worried, but I figured Wyatt was just going to be one of those babies with big heads, just like I was and just like William was. Until today when Wyatt threw-up. I called his doctor and spoke to a nurse- she said that it could just be a fluke but that it was concerning because in most cases too much pressure on the brain from swelling causes babies to vomit. She told me if it happened again, I would have to bring Wyatt in.
20 minutes later: I’m on the phone with my mom explaining the situation, holding Wyatt and kind of freaking out… and then he vomits all. over. me. I panicked hung up the phone and called his doc again. They told me… {and you’re not going to believe this} that they were ALL about to go on a 2-hour lunch break so if I wanted to bring Wyatt in, I’d have to wait 2 hours. Then the nurse said “oooh this is not good,” when referring to Wyatt.. ummm yeah right I’m NOT going to wait two hours!
So, we went to the ER and they did an ultrasound on little Wyatt’s head {My mom snapped this photo of us after- Wyatt’s hair with the “gel” in it.}. The doctor told us everything looked okay and that we should keep an eye on Wyatt & watch for any other symptoms. I also had to make a follow-up appointment for tomorrow to take him in to see his pediatrician.
Today was one of the scariest days of my life. Luckily, Wyatt was a champ – didn’t even cry and we were there for 6 HOURS. He handled the situation better than anyone else. He was smiling at the nurses and flirting with anyone who passed by.
The experience reminded me of this quote:
Feeling all of that panic and worry just shows how powerful a mothers love is, and how much there is of it in my heart for Wyatt. I am so lucky to be able to feel what it feels like to love someone so much. Don’t get me wrong, I LOVE my husband. But it’s a whole different kind of love that you share with your kids. And we are all so lucky to experience it.
Off to go hover over Wyatt –
xox,
Kendall
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I’m glad he’s okay. You must have been so frantic with worry.
Thank you so much- I was SO worried. Glad everything is okay!
Oh, Kendall… We will be praying for y’all! We dealt with this same thing with Daven frmo 8-10 months of age. His pediatrician measured and kept check of it for two months and it was still in the 97th percentile. We had to take Daven for a head CT and all was ok, praise the Lord. He is just large and has a onion head like his Daddy. That head was big when he was born. ๐ Ha. But, you are right about the fears of this and the quote. What an awesome quote that is. We worry so much about our little boys only because we love them so, so, so very much and we always want them to be healthy, safe and happy! Again, we are praying for you guys!!! Bless that precious baby! ♥
Just took wyatt to his ped. today and he said that Wyatt had caught a bug that was going around. As for his head, well it’s just big. lol. I asked the doctor if I could get my hands on a what they use to measure his head so I could keep a record myself at home and he graciously gave me one. I’m guessing there is nothing to worry about- just one of those mom frantic ER visits. Lol. Thank you for your sweet, sweet words.
Oh Im so glad he is ok! It is very scary! B was in and out of testing and hospitals for his kidney when he was born up until he had the one removed when he was a little over one. Oh do I know that feeling all too well. ๐ Love that quote. Take care!
Awe, poor little guy! Hospitals are just scary in general – going there with Wyatt magnified that by 100%. I was soo worried about him. Thank goodness everything is alright. I can’t imagine going through surgery with him, I’m sorry you and your little one had to go through that. xo
Can’t imagine how your heart must have felt! I will be keeping you guys in my prayers!
Thank you! He is doing good- just getting over a bug. Congrats on the opening of your etsy store!!
Oh Kendall I am so sorry you had to go through all that. Sweet Wyatt, that poor baby! Prayers for yall!!!
Thanks! It was a rough day but it’s over now. I am so thankful he is okay! Hope you are having a wonderful week! xo
oh dear! I had a scare just like this with my son…it was a growth on his head when he was a toddler…I remember waiting to see a neuro specialist and seeing all of these very sick kids…my heart was breaking for everybody. i ;earned a lot about empathy that day. good luck!!!
Thank you! It’s definitely a good wake-up call. I am now more appreciative that Wyatt is healthy and happy. ๐