This morning Levi had another bilirubin test, and amazingly, his levels had only gone up two points since his test on Wednesday morning. His new limit is 21, so he’s doing great with such a small rise. The doctor declared no more tests are necessary, and to keep feeding him as much as we can, and just come back for our two-week visit. Normally I completely skip “well-baby” visits, finding them an unnecessary hassle. But after the trouble we had with Lilly two years ago, and her not gaining weight properly, etc., I’m a bit more cautious this time, so I’ll show up for the well-baby visit like an obedient parent should.

The children keep begging to hold Levi. I got all kinds of grief when I wouldn’t hand him over this morning, and then again during naptime today. So now that Levi has napped and eaten, the kids are taking 20 minute turns using a timer. It’s the only way to keep the peace. I hope Levi doesn’t mind all the socializing.