Today was the 4yo checkup, complete with shots. Based on last year's visit for both girls, wailing and crying and thrashing at the thought of shots, I requested that Daddy be there for today's visit.
Viv knew the shots were coming and she was OK with it. I told her she could have whatever treat she wanted, and suggested a Slurpee, which she readily agreed to.
At the doctor visit, she was highly entertaining and chatty. 4 going on 24. Each time the dr. asked a question, a charming response was elicited.
How old are you? I'm 4. (bat of the eyelashes)
Do you eat well? - I like to eat.
Do you eat fruits and vegetables? - Yes.
What kind of fruits do you like? - Mangoes, apples, oranges, strawberries
Do you like vegetables? - Yes, broccoli and cauliflower.
Do you go to school? - Preschool.
Do you like school? - Oh, yes!
Doctor? Do I have to lay on the table? In a minute.
Do you like to exercise? Yes. I do gymnastics. I can do a cartwheel. (puts hands up and points toe) Dr. says - Oh don't do that here!
She climbs on the table and waits patiently. While dr. listens to her heart, you hear deep breaths, like a prank caller.
After the exam is over, and the nurse comes in with the needles, Vivian tries to touch the tray and move the tissue that is covering the 3 needles. As she hugs Daddy, and the shots are administered into her arm, she gets a wincing look on her face, and then when she is informed the shot is over, she cracks up! A laugh of relief.
There was no crying, no tears, no screams.
She got a mix of 3 flavors for the Slurpee - Goji Cherry, Wild Cherry and Watermelon Lime.
