We have come to the realization that hospital staff is on a mission to not let anyone get rest. Last night, I swear someone was walking into our room every 30-60 minutes to do something to either me or Lila. Apparently, there were things that were crucial to everyone's recovery that had to be done at 24 hours after something happened. Considering that we had gotten approx. 1.5 hours of sleep the night before, we were in desperate need of some sleep. Some things that happened in the middle of the night - removal of my IV, removal of my leg compressors, 2 vitals checks for me and Lila, Newborn assessment, removal of my catheter, sharps container emptying, removal of the bandages over my staples, and an escorted trip to the bathroom for me. All of these things happened at different times throughout the night and each time, it seemed like we had just gotten Lila settled down and we had all just gotten to sleep and then BAM - on go all the lights and in come in whoever needed to do whatever. It was very frustrating to say the least.
In good news, I feel about 1000% better today. Yesterday, I stood up once and got so dizzy and sick that it lasted about 10 seconds. Today, I'm totally mobile. I'm still taking pain meds for my incision area, but things are much better than yesterday. T went home tonight to actually get a full night's rest, since when we come home, he's going to have to take care of me and Lila! :) My mom is staying with us tonight.
Lila had a tough morning - I think it had a lot to do with the lack of quality sleep she got due to all our interruptions last night. She was more fussy - but once we got her feedings figured out, she took some great naps and is now back to her lovely, contented self.
Here are some pictures from today. Enjoy! :) We sure have enjoyed her! :)
All pink in the boppy
Mommy and Lila on the computer
Lila and Grandpa
Sweet sleeper
Jim and Dorie came and visited Lila
Happy new family - please notice that I have wet hair, meaning that they finally let me have a shower today! :)
My aunt and uncle came from Portage to meet Lila
Chubby cheeks
Happy Daddy and ducky
The first time I held her while standing up - it sounds like something minor, but after laying in bed for 2 days and massive meds, it was nice!
4 comments:
Oh Cally!! These pictures are wonderful! When I scrolled to the one of the new Grandpa Betts, tears came to my eyes. His pride and bliss are emanating so strongly. I'll bet Beth is ridiculuously over the moon too!
You rock! TFS!
Glad to hear that you are feeling better. I'm sure the shower felt great. I'll pray that you and Lila both get a good night's rest for your big trip home tomorrow. Say hello to everyone. I'll see you at home next week some day after school. (This is my second attempt, so if you see to posting from Kelly I'm sorry.)
Oh so precious...all of the pictures are beautiful! Eli loves to look at the pictures and say "Hi Baby" Enjoy your last night in the hospital..if thats possible!
Hurrah!!!
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