Hi. Dad here, Mum is getting an early night tonight.
Nic saw Theo this morning while I headed up to the softplay at the Commonwealth Pool with Lucas. The Surgeons decided to try and squeeze in a bit more of the exomphalos and Nic sat in on the proceedings. They managed to 'drop in' about another 6mm or so which was promising and increased Theo's morphine from 0.5ml per hr to 0.8ml to make sure he isn't too sore or uncomfortable (I'm aware a few medics are on the Blog now, so figured I should make it informative for all audiences) . Unfortunately there is a virus in Intensive care, and Theo has managed to catch it even though he was in his own 'isolation booth'. It called RSV and is basically a common cold but it doesnt do much good for Prem babies as it affects their breathing especially when they are already ventilated as they can't clear their chest like we would and secretions build up. The Dr's have started giving him oxygen and a bit more pressure to assist him. A bit of a backwards step but hey, it wasnt the wee mans fault!
Mum and I both visited tonight. Theo was initially unresponsive, no doubt with the increase in Morphine, but he gradually came round when he heard our voices. Nic read him the book 'Guess how much I love you' and he kept his eyes open throughout. It was a real pleasure to see.
The surgeons popped in again to check their handy work and were happy. One of them couldnt seem to work out her left from right leg when trying to work out which leg Theo's blood was being taken from and we noticed her shuffling from one foot to the other trying to work it out. Nic did highlight this to her and commented that she was slightly worried about her operating on Theo! It was all taken in good humour.
Thanks again for all your e-mails, texts, voicemails, flowers, cards etc. Each time we arrive back from the hospital we never know what to expect at at the door. Tonight we found a Thomas the Tank bag with some sweeties and guiness...bless! Nic has also just received a txt to ask if we want a chicken curry to be delivered tomorrow(cheers Gordon and Lesley).
I know Nic has had a few enquiries about gifts etc and I think people are unsure how to treat the birth which is understandable. Although we are delighted he is here and would love to celebrate that in itself, we feel probably best to wait till young Theo is home to properly welcome him into the world. Maybe people could wait till that day particularly as it is pretty difficult getting prem baby clothes which also accomodate large exomphalos's!!
Nic saw Theo this morning while I headed up to the softplay at the Commonwealth Pool with Lucas. The Surgeons decided to try and squeeze in a bit more of the exomphalos and Nic sat in on the proceedings. They managed to 'drop in' about another 6mm or so which was promising and increased Theo's morphine from 0.5ml per hr to 0.8ml to make sure he isn't too sore or uncomfortable (I'm aware a few medics are on the Blog now, so figured I should make it informative for all audiences) . Unfortunately there is a virus in Intensive care, and Theo has managed to catch it even though he was in his own 'isolation booth'. It called RSV and is basically a common cold but it doesnt do much good for Prem babies as it affects their breathing especially when they are already ventilated as they can't clear their chest like we would and secretions build up. The Dr's have started giving him oxygen and a bit more pressure to assist him. A bit of a backwards step but hey, it wasnt the wee mans fault!
Mum and I both visited tonight. Theo was initially unresponsive, no doubt with the increase in Morphine, but he gradually came round when he heard our voices. Nic read him the book 'Guess how much I love you' and he kept his eyes open throughout. It was a real pleasure to see.
The surgeons popped in again to check their handy work and were happy. One of them couldnt seem to work out her left from right leg when trying to work out which leg Theo's blood was being taken from and we noticed her shuffling from one foot to the other trying to work it out. Nic did highlight this to her and commented that she was slightly worried about her operating on Theo! It was all taken in good humour.
Thanks again for all your e-mails, texts, voicemails, flowers, cards etc. Each time we arrive back from the hospital we never know what to expect at at the door. Tonight we found a Thomas the Tank bag with some sweeties and guiness...bless! Nic has also just received a txt to ask if we want a chicken curry to be delivered tomorrow(cheers Gordon and Lesley).
I know Nic has had a few enquiries about gifts etc and I think people are unsure how to treat the birth which is understandable. Although we are delighted he is here and would love to celebrate that in itself, we feel probably best to wait till young Theo is home to properly welcome him into the world. Maybe people could wait till that day particularly as it is pretty difficult getting prem baby clothes which also accomodate large exomphalos's!!
Hello Family Welsh, another amazingly honest and positive blog - how you two manange it I do not know! Thinking of you all - God Bless.
ReplyDeleteJude xx
Hey you two. Good to hear they have managed to put another part of the exomphalos in and good to focus on these positive steps, however small they may be. It is also very encouraging that Theo responds to your voices, that must be very special! I hope you have more positve news over the weekend.
ReplyDeleteThinking of you as always. Em xxx
PS Do Gordon and Lesley deliver to Shandon?
Nice to hear your update on Theo. We're thinking loads about you all. We enjoyed seeing the photos and Alfie has just sat down and drawn a picture of Baby Theo. We're not sure you'd recognise it as being Theo though!!
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Lesley & Gordon xx