Day 8 of life. 

9 month well visit.

After Bennett’s vomiting episode a few months ago, our sweet Ped announced she was moving to Cali for a year. Before I had a kid, I could care less about doctors… but there is something about your kid’s ped that holds a special place in your heart. We were placed under her care by chance but I’m so thankful that she is the one that we landed under.

I remember sitting in her office breaking down in tears, with my semi washed hair and yoga pants, holding a three day old with vicious postpartum hormones flying. The guilt of my milk not having come in yet, Bennett still losing weight and feeling like a failure were crushing me. Yet there she sat, handing me a box of tissues and reassuring me that it would all be ok. (You also gave me the best advice ((EVER)) to feed on demand)

Dr. H is a gem. She never once has rushed me or my long list of questions that I fire at her during our visits. She NEVER has made me feel inadequate or stupid for inquiring about anything and everything. You feel as though you have her entire attention when she’s in the room. She remembers the little thing about your child even though you only see her every so often.

She respects you as a parent and you choices for your child. I know that I take a more holistic approach with B and never once has she questioned my judgement. From our amber necklace, baby led weaning and cloth diapering, she’s there to support us and offer the best advice regarding the route we have chosen. As a parent, you want to hear you’re doing a good job. That you’re not failing (even though a lot of days you feel like you are) and her sweet praises are always like little gifts of verbal sunshine.

Dr. H, if you’re reading this – you have found your calling. You’re making an impact (at least in my family). You will be dearly missed and are so so cherished. As a new mom, you made it easy to trust you with my greatest treasure. I hope that you have the greatest adventure filled year with tons of good story telling memories, laughter and love. You will always hold a special place in our hearts and if and when you return to NC, we will be here waiting.

Thank you for taking such amazing care of Bennett these past 9 months. We couldn’t have survived THRIVED as well as we have, without your knowledge, patience, care and love.

With love,

Patrick, Ann and Mr. B.