Synagis with Emla tomorrow

Tomorrow afternoon Wren is scheduled for his Synagis shot. I have a tube of prescription cream from our pediatrician which is to be used an hour before the shot so it does not hurt.

The information I received from the pharmacist was "apply 1 hour before the shot".

Ho hum.

I read the online instructions and it appears to be more complex. I am to apply ONLY to the spot that will be used for the injection. I should apply a dollup and then seal the area with an occlusive dressing so Wren does not mess with it. I should not allow the medication to be in contact with the skin for more than 4 hours - so effectively once the time for the shot comes I should wipe it off and clean the site so the cream is removed.

The shot is scheduled for 2.30pm-3.30pm

Wren naps from 12.30pm - 2.30pm

When can I apply the damn cream?

I guess I should try and get him to nap early, ask the nurse to confirm her arrival time around midday and then put the cream on based on the most current information. I also need to aquire a big bandaid that seals a bit better than our scooby doo ones.

Ugh. I wish it was a bit easier.