Too Many Antibiotics

After a very fussy weekend, B is on yet another antibiotic. Since we moved about 5 or 6 weeks ago, Beckett has been on three antibiotics for ear infections. I realize there are way bigger things in life than antibiotics and ear infections, but it does somehow compound what we are dealing with. Let me explain. A week and a half ago, the little guy was diagnosed with a bacteria infection in his digestive system. When I asked how this happened, the nurse told me it was more than likely from being on antibiotics (2 seperate ones for his double ear infection in March). These antibiotics kill off the good bacteria in the system. His system ended up developing an infection. So he is on a compounded antibiotic for that bacterial infection. Now, today he is diagnosed with yet another ear infection. The question is: What kind of antibiotic do you give a baby who is being treated for a bacterial infection due to antibiotics...? See the problem. So after trying to contact his GI (who is taking care of the bacterial infection), the pediatrician was able to contact Infectious Diseases, who informed her that there is not great research pointing to a solution. So we move foward with yet another antibiotic for his ears while still on an antibiotic for his colon in hopes that his little system can handle it and the ear infection will be resolved. I think I see tubes in our future... It is easy to feel defeated after a day like today... Again, I know that ear infections and antibiotics are not so bad, but it just feels like one more thing to add to the pile. And I can't explain how weird it feels to have Infectious Disease contacted before an antibiotic can be prescribed to your baby. I heard a song this afternoon when I got back in my car that talked about how we don't have to be strong enough to do "this" (whatever it may be for each individual) on our own. What a good reminder it was to me at that time of feeling defeated. I often don't feel strong enough, and it is nice to remember that I don't have to be, nor can I be, on my own. I am so thankful that our God is so big and loves us so much and continues to give me and my family strength. Please pray that Beckett's ear infection and bacteria infection heal quickly. Thanks for checking on us. We really are thankful for the prayers.