So usually Jason & I agree on various parenting issues. Occasionally we have to stop & discuss when an issue comes up, but usually we agree. This weekend, I had a revelation. Why on EARTH did I take Nicholas to see an optometrist when Dr. Mc screened him & said we needed to get his eyes checked? It's not that optometrists aren't capable of diagnosing issues, but I WORKED for opthamologists for several years and KNOW the quality of care they are able to provide. Nicholas has been to the Opthamology Clinic at Children's Mercy numerous times (3? 4?) and I'm sure he is due for a check-up. Unfortunately that is the one CMH clinic that I just don't keep up with - why not I'm not sure. Can I blame it on the pregnancy/new baby? I should have immediately scheduled an appointment through CMH since they have records of his history and, I'm guessing, better equipment to examine him. Here's where the disagreement occurred: Jason didn't think I was insane when I told him we MUST call CMH Monday morning to schedule an appointment. However, Jason thinks that Nicholas doesn't need his glasses. The boys read together every night, and Nicholas reads fine without the glasses. I, however, have no clue. I don't know what the kiddo needs, but I want to make sure he gets whatever that is. I called this morning, assuming it would be months before we were able to get an appointment. Crazy thing: they have an opening for November 25th! I am thrilled. I can't wait to take him there! Now how will I explain the glasses??? We really did love our optometrist. If CMH comes to the same conclusion, I'll be thrilled. However, if they say something different, I'll be glad we had another opinion. We know that Nicholas does not have Retinopathy of prematurity. Our optometrist believes Nicholas' time on oxygen led to his farsightedness... our next appointment will hopefully give us more answers.
Another note: Nicholas & I are both battling yucky colds... as of now I am afraid Matthew is joining the germ-fest. He is sneezing & coughing a bit. Pray for health to return to my family soon!!!
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