Luke continues to do well. He's retaining a little bit more of water than usual, so they will add a little more dierectics to see if that helps him out. Extra fluid makes him work harder at breathing and just makes him tired, but he still manages to eat ok.
I've been more tired the last few days myself. With all the different doctors we've talked to and now with several different scenarios about how to get him home, I think I am just feeling a little overwhelmed. I felt better talking to one of his doctors today who said they won't send Luke home until he is ready and he's not quite ready yet, they know how much care Luke will need at home and don't want to send him home when it would only mean a trip back to the hospital, so needless to say it's best to wait until he's really ready for life outside the NICU. It will be soon though, I can just tell from how well he looks.
I am also a little worn out with Luke's pumping schedule, I pump every 2-3 hours and sleep a 5-6 hour stretch at night to keep the schedule up. I can't believe I've been doing this for 4 months and still managing to talk coherently to his doctors and then turn and be in a 2 year olds dialogue the next. It's just the reality of it and when Jeremy and I signed up for "more kids", we signed up for whatever God was meant to let us have and apparently we've been qualified for this and with His grace, take each day in stride.
Melinda
Where am I, Right Now?
9 years ago
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"Put your trust in the Lord" you are doing a remarkable job Melinda.
The road has not been easy, but the reward will be great. Our thoughts and prayer continue to be with all of you.
Love, The Escabars
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