Archives for October 2007
Whirlwind
The last few days have been a bit of a blur, so I’ll keep this short. First, no baby. And thank goodness for that! I’ve never appreciated God’s timing more than I have the last few days.
Emma’s suspected UTI turned into days of high fevers, a bad case of croup, and borderline dehydration. She wouldn’t eat or drink, and sleep has been the last thing thing on our minds. Between lukewarm baths, cold rags, scary coughing fits and vomiting, and 2 days of feeding her liquids through a syringe to avoid IVs, I am pooped.
Her temps reached 104, and on Sunday, we had to WORK to keep it at 102. We’ve been to the doctor twice and the hospital twice, but thankfully, blood work revealed no underlying infections and adequate hydration. Thanks to Jeff literally forcing liquid into her body, we’ve managed to keep her out of the hospital for an extended period of time. (By the way, she doesn’t have a UTI either!)
Needless to say, I am so happy Baby #2 has decided to stay put. Funny how your priorities quickly change! It is exhausting having my first baby attached to me EVERY second and wanting to be held and carried EVERYWHERE, but I am so happy I have been able to take care of her and focus on getting her well.
What’s even better is that after a wonderful 2-hour nap yesterday, Emma turned a corner, and it looks like we are on the way to recovery. She is starting to pee more often and even drink on her own (a little). She even ate a fruit cup and a few handfuls of scrambled egg last night.
And she slept great last night. She only woke up about 4 times, which is MUCH better than every 45 minutes to an hour. Plus, one time was to go pee! That means I also got some sleep, which has made such a difference. I feel pretty darn good for 6:30am.
Well, that’s the scoop, and that’s why there was no Model Monday. Thank you all for checking in, and I’m sorry if I kept you hanging for a few days. I am convinced more than ever now that God’s timing is perfect…always.
Why do we even question?!
Sorry, no pushing…
Just a really, really bad day. Been to the OB twice today, only to find out nothing has really changed. Then took Emma to her doctor for a possible urinary tract infection (after ZERO nap today!), but it seems she only has some sort of rash.
Feeling extremely sorry for myself, so I’ll spare you all the complaining. But I figured after all of your nice comments (thank you!), you deserved an update. I promise not to give you any more “teaser” posts until I’m sure we are heading to the hospital!
Now I’m off to eat another sleeve of Fig Newtons. Have a great weekend everyone! I’ll be sure to post a Model Monday to make up for today’s missed Fashion Friday.
Trying not to get all excited, but…
I’ve been getting Braxton Hicks all day, after several days of absolutely nothing. Of course, this could all go away, but I kinda wonder if we’re getting there…
I have a doctor’s appt. first thing tomorrow morning (8am), so I guess I’ll know if anything has progressed. Until then, a prayer would be helpful. I’m definitely at the “I’m done” stage!