Gracie is sick. She had a 103 degree temperature last night. The fever broke early this morning, and she is almost back to her normal self today. But a little clingy and very cuddly. Her mom and I worried and fussed over her all night, so we woke up with major bags under our eyes.
But it was worthwhile, to make sure this little one was well. We had thought she was just teething. She is overdue for her first tooth. She will be 11 months old this Sunday, with no signs of a pearly white yet.
We call her rough and toothless!
My daughter, Gracie and I spent a lovely afternoon together yesterday. My son-in-law had the car, so we walked Gracie through the park in her stroller. She loves going for walks. She is a born people watcher!
We walked about 1/2 mile to the Vine stop. This was the first time my daughter and Gracie had been on the Vine. My daughter was impressed with how easy it was. We just pushed the stroller right on board. It took us right to Vancouver Mall. No need to worry about car seats, or parking spaces.
We just rolled right off and walked into the mall. We headed for the frozen yogurt stand first off. My daughter thought some fruit might help Gracie's gums. We topped our frozen yogurt with blueberries and strawberries. My daughter smashed the fruit up in a separate cup. Then she headed off to get a 12 minute shoulder and neck massage while I fed fruit to my granddaughter.
It was a good system. Gracie was very happy with her blueberries. My daughter was most relaxed after her massage!
Afterwards, we walked around and window shopped and talked. But Gracie was fussier than usual. And a bit warm to the touch.
So we headed back home. Gracie fell asleep in the stroller. My daughter was going to put her down for a nap, but her husband was waiting for us. He said they were going to bible study.
I decided I needed the gym. So we went our separate ways. I'm glad I went, as usual. It was a short workout, but my needed prescription for my sluggishness. I took a long soak after my workout. Then my daughter called and said they could pick me up and give me a ride home.
Gracie was asleep in the car seat. But she popped up when we got home. She was quite cranky. And hot to the touch. My daughter took her temp and we were alarmed to see it so high. I did some research online. Most sites I visited said that a slight temperature with a teething baby is normal, but anything over 100 degrees, call the doctor.
So my daughter called the advice nurse. The nurse suspects she is teething AND has a summer cold or flu. They recommended a small dosage of Tylenol. And since she is still breastfeeding at night, they recommended she nurse as much as she needed.
My poor daughter. Gracie slept with her last night, nursing every hour!
Needless to say, I didn't get my hoop session in today. I am here in Portland, at the library. I will be teaching piano classes, grabbing a quick bite, and then heading back home to help with Gracie.
I'm going to pick up some vitamin C powder. My head is hurting. I am sniffling as always, due to allergies, but I can't afford to be sick.
The gym and my hoop can wait until tomorrow.
I will talk to you then!
Love,
Zita
But it was worthwhile, to make sure this little one was well. We had thought she was just teething. She is overdue for her first tooth. She will be 11 months old this Sunday, with no signs of a pearly white yet.
We call her rough and toothless!
My daughter, Gracie and I spent a lovely afternoon together yesterday. My son-in-law had the car, so we walked Gracie through the park in her stroller. She loves going for walks. She is a born people watcher!
We walked about 1/2 mile to the Vine stop. This was the first time my daughter and Gracie had been on the Vine. My daughter was impressed with how easy it was. We just pushed the stroller right on board. It took us right to Vancouver Mall. No need to worry about car seats, or parking spaces.
We just rolled right off and walked into the mall. We headed for the frozen yogurt stand first off. My daughter thought some fruit might help Gracie's gums. We topped our frozen yogurt with blueberries and strawberries. My daughter smashed the fruit up in a separate cup. Then she headed off to get a 12 minute shoulder and neck massage while I fed fruit to my granddaughter.
It was a good system. Gracie was very happy with her blueberries. My daughter was most relaxed after her massage!
Afterwards, we walked around and window shopped and talked. But Gracie was fussier than usual. And a bit warm to the touch.
So we headed back home. Gracie fell asleep in the stroller. My daughter was going to put her down for a nap, but her husband was waiting for us. He said they were going to bible study.
I decided I needed the gym. So we went our separate ways. I'm glad I went, as usual. It was a short workout, but my needed prescription for my sluggishness. I took a long soak after my workout. Then my daughter called and said they could pick me up and give me a ride home.
Gracie was asleep in the car seat. But she popped up when we got home. She was quite cranky. And hot to the touch. My daughter took her temp and we were alarmed to see it so high. I did some research online. Most sites I visited said that a slight temperature with a teething baby is normal, but anything over 100 degrees, call the doctor.
So my daughter called the advice nurse. The nurse suspects she is teething AND has a summer cold or flu. They recommended a small dosage of Tylenol. And since she is still breastfeeding at night, they recommended she nurse as much as she needed.
My poor daughter. Gracie slept with her last night, nursing every hour!
Needless to say, I didn't get my hoop session in today. I am here in Portland, at the library. I will be teaching piano classes, grabbing a quick bite, and then heading back home to help with Gracie.
I'm going to pick up some vitamin C powder. My head is hurting. I am sniffling as always, due to allergies, but I can't afford to be sick.
The gym and my hoop can wait until tomorrow.
I will talk to you then!
Love,
Zita
Poor baby. Always hard when they are sick. I pray she has a fast recovery.
ReplyDeleteThank you Sandra. She is much better today!
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