Liv has the greatest doctor ever. Her pediatrician's name is Dr. Ari Brown. You may have seen her on the Today Show or read her book Baby 411. Sean and I really like Dr. Brown because of her non-alarmist attitude. While she often makes me feel a little silly for some of the stuff I worry about, I much prefer that to a doctor who increases my worry. One of Sean's favorite examples happened at Liv's 2 month check-up. It went like this:
Dr. B: Do you have any questions?
Me: Sometimes Liv's left eye crosses and stays that way for a few seconds.
Dr. B: Well, does it go back?
Me: Uh, yes.
Dr. B: So what's the problem?
Anyway. At our appointment on Monday, we were discussing some of Liv's sleeping issues. Dr. B suggested that we put Liv to sleep around 7:00 p.m., saying that the earlier you put a baby to bed, the longer they will sleep.
"Yes, I have read that. But we've tried it and it doesn't work," I told her.
"Try it again," she replied.
So last night I put Liv to bed at 7:00 p.m. Guess what time she woke up this morning. Are you ready for this? 7:00 a.m.!!! That's right, 12 hours of solid sleep! Thank you God (and Dr. Brown).
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