Sorry to not post for a few days, but it has been a bit nutso around here. The beautiful critter girl is in the NICU, has been since Thursday AM for pretty bad jaundice. While jaundice is very common, hers is a pretty bad case. She is under 3 phototherapy lights now, 24/7, and we're hoping her levels come down soon.
She will stay in the hospital til at least Sunday, while I may be discharged today. Ugh. I'm not going anywhere though, so we will be squatters at the hospital. My milk came in yesterday too, so we've been breastfeeding her, and I've also been pumping to supplement it. So I can't go anywhere, she needs her meals from me every 3 hours.
Stay tuned, the drama never ends.
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1 day ago
Ugh, I'm sorry. I know you know that jaundice is really common and they're very good at treating it, but still - sucky for you and scary that she's got such a bad case. Keeping you both in my thoughts & hoping she gets to come home with you soon.
ReplyDeleteOh goodness. Added stress on top of what is already a stressful situation. But at least jaundice is something common and doctors know exactly what needs to be done. So it sounds like she's getting exactly what she needs. And I don't blame you for not going anywhere...mama needs to be by her baby! I hope she recoups quickly and that you ALL get to go home together soon.
ReplyDeleteI'm so sorry to hear that critter girl is in the NICU!!! That just plain sucks, but so glad it's as minor as jaundice and not something more serious. So so so so glad to hear you're able to give her breastmilk since that will help the jaundice tremendously! Remember, pump like crazy for the 1st 2 weeks to set your supply high. Can't wait for the next critter update.
ReplyDeleteOh no. Not the post I was hoping for. I'm praying for a speedy recovery for your critter. (((hugs)))
ReplyDeleteThinking of you Pie and sending lots and lots of good luck vibes!!!
ReplyDeleteSHit, Pie -- I'm sorry this can't be smooth and easy. The good thing is that (a) jaundice is a knowable and fixable issue and (b) you actually get to SEE her and HOLD her, and yes its not the same as being home but it's still pretty awesome.
ReplyDeletehoping and praying critter girl's jaundice clears up soon and she can leave the nicu. hang in there. xo
ReplyDeleteI'm sorry you are going through this extra stress. I know your little critter is going to be just fine once she gets her dosage of light, and it is wonderful that you are feeding her without a problem. You'll be home with her soon!
ReplyDeleteHoping she gets well soon - I'm sure she is being well looked after. Hang in there, it won't be long before you will all be going home. Thinking of you. xx
ReplyDeleteOh, dear. Not a good situation. I'm glad your milk came. I'm sure you will have her home and soon!
ReplyDeleteDid they give her an eye shade that has little sunglasses on it? Our baby boy was under the billi light and he looked so cute with those "shades." It's great that you can already breastfeed her. And you're pumping, too. Go Pie! (I want to know how your recovery is going... Are you feeling okay? Don't overdo it -- take care of you, too!)
ReplyDeleteOy! So first, belated congratulations on critter's arrival! Next, I'm so sorry you're under continued stress. I'm sure that she's getting the best care possible and going to be fine with your love. Thinking of you, Mr. P and critter -
ReplyDeleteOh no, Pie! Hope baby girl gets out today and starts feeling better with the phototherapy. Thinking of you!
ReplyDeleteOh no! So sorry to hear about the jaundice. Hope the levels come down soon so you can take your baby girl home!
ReplyDeleteOh I hope she gets better soon and you get to take her home. Welcome to the world little one.
ReplyDeletehey pie, thinking of you and the critter...hoping things are resolving.
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My thoughts and prayers are with you and your little critter. Thinking of you!
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