Warning Signs

I just wanted to let you know about some warning signs that I maybe should have noticed about my son's health.  I have been exclusively breastfeeding my son and had noticed that he had not been gaining any weight for 4 weeks as I weighed him at breastfeeding support group.  I mentioned something to the lactation consultant and she seemed a little concerned but I didn't pay close attention.  Then I took him to his 6 month appointment and he had only gained a few ounces in 3 months.  Since hindsight is 20/20, I began to look back and see all the small red flags that should have told me something was wrong.  1.  No weight gain. 2  His hair wasn't growing.  3.  His teeth weren't coming in.  4.  He wasn't taking any naps.  5.  He was only having a bowel movement every 3-4 days.   Now each of these flags could be explained away individually but as a whole they were a warning sign.  Praise God my son is fine and growing like a weed now thanks to feeding him whenever he wants and supplementing with some formula and baby food.  But I wanted to tell all of you so that if you ever are concerned about your child, please talk to a professional.  It is better to find out that everything is okay then to regret it later if something is wrong.