Alexis' Surgery Consultation

Well today was the day that Josh, Alexis and I made the long trip to Columbus Childrens Hospital for Alexis' surgery clinic appointment. I am extremely happy to report that as of now she doesn't have to have any surgery at all for her umbilical hernia. The doctor said that although the hernia looks extremely large the actual hole in the abdominal muscle is VERY small. Josh and I read up on these types of hernias and in actuality it is not the actual intestine coming through the hole it is fatty substances. As you all know Alexis has ALOT of fat storage as she is my Chunky Monkey! So the doctor said that due to her rapid growth and weight gain the hernia just appears to be large. The doctor also assured us that this hernia is causing her absolutely no pain and that she probably isn't even aware of it. If the hernia does not heal itself by age two we will have to make the trip back to Columbus to have it repaired surgically, although the doctor said that she is almost positive that this will not be necessary. All good news, THANK GOD! I know that it would have been a very small surgery, but this is my baby we are talking about. I can't stand her getting shots let alone a surgery! Well as far as little Alexis' development she is lifting her head quite well, laughing, cooing, and if you make her mad enough she will roll from her belly to her back. She has an attitude on her just like her sister(God help me when they are both teenagers!)and a temper that is worse! She is a very vocal very happy baby most all of the time, and she is warming up to the rest of the family. She will actually let my Dad hold her now! Baby steps I guess! Well all I can say is that I have been blessed with two of the most beautiful babies in the world. ( I know that every mother says this but it is true in my case...HAHA) Alexis is also now sleeping through the night, and I couldn't be happier! With all of Bianka's activities during the day I need all the sleep I can get. Having a three year old is exausting! I love every moment of it though!