Vaccination Day

Skid had an appointment with his pediatrician for a second booster shot of the 6-in-1 vaccine. Bong and I were worried. He suffered a fever for four days last month when he had his first shot. The yaya is having her day-off, so I would be alone tonight when Bong goes on his shift.

Skid was cranky and it took sometime for him to settle down. I had to rock him standing up the whole time we were at the doctor's clinic. It was a bit uncomfortable since patients were getting unsettled with Skid's wailing.

Skid became preoccupied with the colorful toys and mobiles in the doctor's clinic, but let out a loud cry when the needle went in.

Afterwards, he fell asleep but refused to be put down, resting in the crook of my arm the whole time. Changing nappies was an ordeal since he turns red with all the crying and wailing.

He woke up almost midnight, thankfully back to his usual cheerful self: cooing, smiling and looking up towards the ceiling. Dad's mind was put to rest and gave a small peck on his tummy before leaving for work.