Inara's doctor visit today

Inara had another doctor check-up today. We are so happy to report that she has gained weight! She is now a whole 7 pounds. Yay baby girl. She is still about a pound under what is ideal for a 4 week old, but at least she's gaining weight and looking healthy. I had a bunch of questions for the doctor today and he of course answered all of them and didn't get annoyed with my overanalying everything. I asked if it's normal for a baby to occasionally spit up through her nose. He said that's alright and even mentioned projectile spit up as being normal as well, both of which we've experienced with Inara lately. I also asked about a rash on her cheeks that she just developed. Dr. Kaplan said it's baby acne and also marks from her scratching herself. I hate covering her hands all the time because I want her to be able to use them, but at the same time I hate that she scratches her pretty little face. (By the way, when we left the doctor today, she scratched herself so bad that she actually bled a little bit.) I also had questions about breastfeeding and bottle feeding because I worry that she's not getting enough breast milk, which is why after I feed her she's still cranky and I end up having to give her 3 oz of formula. Dr. K reassured me that she's obviously getting a good amount of breast milk since she's gained weight in the past week and also stressed that it's not bad to give her formula. Most important is for her to be satisfied. I also don't want her to overeat and make herself sick and spit up but the doctor didn't seem too worried about that though. My dad wanted me to ask what the difference is between Similac and Enfamil formula because he did some research and found Similac premixed formula at Sam's Club while Costco only has powder formulas. At this point, Inara seems to prefer the premixed, so Pop thought we could save money by getting it at Sam's. He's such a great grandpa looking out for his granddaughter. In response to my question, Dr. K said basically formula is like asking the difference between Coke and Pepsi. It's pretty much just personal preference. Breastfeeding and bottle feeding are much more complicated than I thought. Thank goodness I can ask our doctor questions though. I did make an appointment to meet with the lactation consultant for this Monday just to get some additional help with breastfeeding. I figure it doesn't hurt. Inara's next doctor visit is November 9 when she will get her first round of shots. I'm sure that will be a dramatic day for the 3 of us.