What a crazy couple of days!
My mom is still in the hospital and probably will be there for the next 4 to 5 days. They were hoping to move her to a rehabilitation center today, but there were problems with her blood oxygen levels. They took her in for more x-rays today to try to find the problem. They found 2 blood clots in her lungs. They are small, but nonetheless they are there. So they will be putting her on blood thinners to help. They also found that there was some damage to the spleen. So while she is on the blood thinners they will be monitoring the spleen closely, if it continues to bleed they will take her into the OR and remove the spleen. They moved her 2 days ago to a regular room, but they are moving her back up to the ICU today so they can monitor her more closely. I was really hoping we could get her home in the next week, but it doesn't look like that is going to happen. Although, she was able to move herself from her bed to a recliner with the help of a walker and an Occupational Therapist/Physical Therapist. That is a huge step, but the blood clots put her a step behind.
As for what is going on with us, Ryan has been playing at Grandma Jones' house the last couple of days, so we could keep him and Ellie apart so Ellie wouldn't get sick. It was nice to be able to take Ellie to the hospital and let my mom love her for a little bit. It will be good when she is out of ICU so the kids can see her again.
Ellie is just growing and it makes me sad to think that she isn't going to be a teeny newborn for very long. She is just too cute and captures the attention of anybody who gets a glimpse of her. She is sleeping pretty good during the night, considering she is a newborn. Ryan is still adjusting to a little sister, but he has been so good today. My wonderful neighbor Holly came over to day and helped me clean my house. I was embarrassed to have her see it, but it is so nice and clean now...thanks Holly! I just wanted to thank everybody for their calls and sentiments, it has been an extremely emotional week, especially since I just had a baby, and I am so thankful for such wonderful friends and neighbors and especially family who have been here when I need them.
I'll now attach some cute pics of my little family!!
9 comments:
That poor thing. So much for trying to get some rest after having a baby!!! Wish I was close by to come help.. but hopefully ur mom will be home soon! Best wishes
What cute pictures of this new baby girl!!! I'm so happy to have a new niece! I hope your mom is doing well. You're in our prayers and we love you!
I'm glad your mom is able to at least get out of bed. I'm glad to hear Ryan is doing well. We are thinking of you and your family!
I just got caught up on your blog. My heart hurts after hearing your story. I'm so relieved Ryan is okay and I will put your mom in my prayers. I'm glad they are watching her closely in the ICU with those clots, but I hope she gets to come home soon!
Ali she is so beautiful!! you look like you are doing so well too!! your family has been in my thoughts and prayers!
Glad to hear that your mom is finally at the nursing center now. Lisa told me she got there last night! I can't wait to see ellie, she is so cute and I love the picture in the little yellow dress!
She is adorable. Im glad to hear about your mom. If shes in a rehab center by Mountainland, I could be her therapist. If you have any questions or wonder about things she might need when she goes home, give me a call. Best of luck with everything!
What a beautiful baby! I hope your mom is doing better by now and that things are smoothing out. Please let us know if we can do anything for you guys. We love you!
Ali, it was so good to see you the other day! I hope things are doing better for your mom, and that you are doing well too! Hang in there! Both of your cute kids are completely adorable, and it was fun to see them in real life!!!
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