Whew! That was a long two and a half days, but what a difference a day makes. Teddi woke up much stronger, happier and hungrier today, which was all good because she needed to be eating (very soft foods), drinking, and walking before they would let her go. She woke up and got down to business . . . Jello at 7:00 a.m. followed by a walk, a snooze, some broth and pudding for lunch, followed by another walk to prove she was ready to get outa Dodge!
We were released at about 1:45 and arrived home at 2:30. She's napping now. It was tougher on her than I had imagined. We didn't see a hint of a smile until about 30 hours post-op, but she is bouncing back quickly. I've never seen anyone walk with a bounce in their step, while hooked up to an I.V. pole --until this morning. Flit's step had a bounce, and I knew she was on her way back!
Sweet baby girl, after her four hours of surgery.
A tired Teddi, headed home.I will do a more indepth post later. For now I am going to try and catch up on my comments and emails from all of you! Thank you all so very much for your kind words, thoughts and prayers for our littlest bird, and for our family. We are so very grateful to all of you.
Blessings from my tired, but thankful nest.
Tina
10 comments:
Yea, you're home! Flit looks beautiful in pink! I hope the night goes well at home. I'm sure Grinner is glad you're back. Did he do ok without his little sister?
Yippee! I know you are so glad that is behind you now. You will see more Flit as the days go by so hang in there!
Thoughts and prayers continue for you all. Rest when you can.
Tina,
I am so happy to see this post. You all have been on my mind and heart a lot today.
I bet Brogan missed his partner in crime :-)
You get some rest, I bet you are exhausted.
Thanks for the update!
Love you,
Kim
Yea, rejoicing with you that you are home! Sometimes being home is the best medicine of all! Still praying for a smooth recovery.
Hugs,
Robin
Oh, sweet Teddi. That picture of her in bed brought back memories of Jadon's surgery. I'm so glad that she is doing better now. Your family has been in my prayers so much these past couple of days. I hope that all of you are able to get a bit of rest.
Blessings,
Sarah
So happy to hear it's all over. Hopefully your girl will get back to her old self quickly.She's a brave little soldier.
Doreen in Montreal single Mom to Faith-Jiangxi & Mia-Sichuan
Hi Tina!
I'm so glad you are finally home with your little Teddi...those pictures of her in the hospital bring back so many memories of Quan's surgery Oct. 1, 2007!
I am praying for you both...restful nights, minimal pain for little Teddi, contentment with soft foods, creativity for mama in finding a variety of soft foods! I remember getting so tired of the same old favorites of Quan's....pudding, ramen, pudding, ramen, pudding, ramen....
I am thankful the surgery is behind you and now yall can focus on healing, and then the fun part...speech! You will be amazed at how Teddi will pick up so quickly on those consonant sounds now that she'll have a closed palate to work with! Yay! Praise the Lord!
Love,
Laine
Thank you for introducing yourself and your family to me! I'm thrilled to be in contact with another Zhuhai family.
I am glad Teddi's surgery went well. You must have been so happy and relieved to see that little bounce in her step! We will keep her in our prayers.
Tina,
Hope today finds Teddi feeling better and adjusting to her smooth and liquid foods. I am sure it feels great to have this surery behind you now. I look forward to chatting with you soon.
Love to you all...
Caroline
Isabelle's mommy!
So glad you are home! I saw your post on the cleft group about Teddi not really wanting her soft diet. I spoke to the nurse at Graeme's office for a long time the other day in anticipation of his surgery. Let's face it...his favorite past time right now is EATING! They said that he could have anything soft...noodles included. She said to avoid anything crunchy or any fruit with seeds like strawberries. Hope this helps!
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