And, That's a Wrap!

Mya FINALLY got her last shots for hopefully a very long time! We made our final visit to the allergist, Dr. Fitzsimmons, for our second dose of the H1N1 vaccine. Everyone in the doctor's office was so friendly and patient with our little diva. Mya got to the point where she would scream at the mere sight of the doctor or nurses. She would even whimper at the nice receptionist. Dr. Fitz previously told me that seeing her ruined his day because of all her tears!

Yesterday, we were greeted with all smiles on the outside, although I wouldn't doubt they were all cringing on the inside. Dr. Fitz even came to greet Mya in the waiting room. I must say, after many visits, this visit was the best. She did cry when she got her shots, but other than that, she was in a pretty happy mood. It was a rough road, but I am so thankful that she is fully vaccinated! Hopefully next year the government will figure out a better was of dispersing the vaccines. I hear they will be combining the H1N1 with the seasonal flu vaccine! I will keep my fingers crossed!

Egg Update:

I spoke with Dr. Fitz specifically about Mya's egg allergy. I was beginning to think that perhaps I was a bit over-the-top when it came to Mya's consumption of food. Was it necessary to limit her diet to no foods with ANY trace of egg? Is it ridiculous to not feed her foods that were processed on equipment that may have touched egg? Was it stupid to not feed her foods from restaurants in the case of cross-contamination? No, he assured me that I was not over-the-top. I am doing the right things and he wouldn't risk it. Well, I feel better that I'm not a total freak, but I wish that life were a little easier when it came to feeding this little lady. He said we should get her retested in a year. IF her levels are way way lower, in the range of "barely there" then we can start to reintroduce egg products. However, the changes are slim considering she was in the "severe allergy" range. We continue to cross our fingers that she outgrows this! I guess I shoudl count my blessings, things could be worse.

Mya enjoyed a snack in between shots.

Nurse Marcia let Mya choose a sticker! Of course, she said "woof" and pointed to the puppy sticker.

This is where she chose to wear her sticker!

Mya playing with a new Christmas gift from her twinkie friends, Addison and Brooke...a fun etch n' sketch! Good toy choice on Momma's part....it kept her very busy!