Friday, April 17, 2009

Hangin in there

We finally got the results from the renal kidney ultrasound last night and they said everything looks good. He might have just over worked himself the other day so the have been helping him out a little with the dopamine and some extra fluids. We are still at the house right now- we both got some more much needed rest last night and we finally had a chance to take advantage of the work out room this morning. It feels good to be more active and move around. Everything is going well for now and our little guy is stable. We touched him last night!!! We didn't actually help with his cares or anything, but the nurse has us each rest our hands on his back and around his feet! It was so amazing to finally make that connection with our little guy. I miss having him around all the time! We are definitely going work on helping with his cares and maybe getting into the kangaroo care soon. It's a little intimidating because he's so tiny, but I want him to know that we are here and that we love him. Last night after I touched him and was getting ready to leave, the nurse gave me the eye mask/goggles that he wore during phototherapy and his first hat, so we put them on the adorable little bear that Cathy bought for him and he is hanging out in our room with us. It's nice to have something he wore since we can't have the real thing with us just yet. I got my pump in the mail today, and it's so nice! My insurance is really taking care of us. We are going to be here at the house for a few more hours so we can get cleaned up and do some laundry, but we will be staying at the hospital tonight. It's so nice to be right there with him. I'll be calling to check on Bryton pretty soon so I'll let you know what's up. Thanks everyone! 

3 comments:

Candace said...

No more hand pump that's great! I bet he felt as much as ease to feel your touch as you are to have made the connection. Can't wait to see new pictures. I love you guys

Anonymous said...

Sounds like progress for all of you.Hope the Kangaroo care starts soon and is as proiductive for all 3 nof you.
Papa and Mama

With Love, Janet said...

Jeremy & Rocky,

Wishing you and Bryton the very best!!

Love,
Heather & Johnny