Jack had some complications from surgery so the 2 or 3 days afterwards we were pretty much at the hospital around the clock. We couldn't hold him-- he was just too fragile and there were too many lines and monitors to disturb. Then there was a whole day without any new complications coming up, and then another day, and then they slowly started taking him off of certain monitors. He's doing much better than he was and the only problems we've run into in the last 2 days have been minor and unrelated to the issues that put him in the NICU. We still don't know how long it will be until he is healthy enough to come home, but the neonatologist told us this morning maybe within a week or two. Having that kind of timeline has helped me to prepare myself in dealing with this next stage.
Michael is staying with grandparents. We were having to patch together a network of people to watch him while we were at the hospital, and it was really hard on him. So he is with grandparents now and much happier, but he really misses seeing me and Matt. This will all be over soon, but how do you explain that to your toddler? I mean he's a smart kid, but kids this age have no concept of time.
So that's the update. We're focusing on surviving right now, and praying for the end of all this.
3 comments:
I am so glad you have been able to provide us with an update and what a fantastic update too!
That is fantastic news that he is doing so much better. You must feel very relieved.
As hard as this has been on Michael kids are so resilient that he will be fine. At least he is with his grandparents now and I am sure he is the apple of their eye at the present time.
Now all you have to worry about is the next phase, which includes sibling rivalry!
I hope everything continues in a positive manner for you and your family.
Take care
Wonderful to hear you all made it thru! Thanks for taking the time to post and let us know. I'll be sending more positive thoughts your way . I'm sure your big guy will be fine and adjust ok- I agree with Kate, they are so resilient. Good Luck.
Thank you so much for your well wishes and for continuing to read even though the blog is a little off its given topic right now. I appreciate your support so much.
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