The last few days have been such a roller coaster ride for us. In five days we have welcomed a new baby, gone home, and then returned to the hospital. And can I tell you that the first hospital visit this week was a whole lot more fun than this one? I am having to remind myself that God loves me, and my family, more than I can imagine...and that above all, He is good, even if I don't understand what He's doing.
Michael gave a quick update last night, but here are the pertinent details:
- Nora spiked a fever yesterday afternoon, and the pediatrician sent us straight to Children's.
- In the ER, they tested her blood, urine, and spinal fluid. They also swabbed her eyes, nose, and mouth. They are culturing all of these, but early tests reveal no serious infections.
- Nora is being treated with broad spectrum antibiotics, just in case this is a yucky bacterial infection. We won't know for sure for a couple of days, and chances are this is a virus; still, we'd rather be cautious and over-treat her.
- Nora still has a fever as of right now (100.5), and that is with doses of Tylenol every four hours.
- Michael and I both are staying at the hospital; Mops is at home with Phoebe. (She was already here trying to help us get adjusted to family-of-four life.)
- I think Nora is the biggest trooper of us all, rarely complaining and sleeping better than either Michael or me.
I'll update more as I know more. I imagine we'll be seeing a doctor sometime this morning.
6 comments:
I can't imagine how stressful this must be! You guys will be in our thoughts and prayers!
Oh no, I am so sorry to hear all of this! I will definitely be praying for all of you.
I will be keeping you all in our prayers especially Nora and big sis Phoebe. I can't imagine having to go back to the hospital already. I pray that you will continue to trust in our Lord who is the Great Physician. Trusting we will get a happier update soon!
Dear Sarah, Michael and family,
This is April MacGrotty (Mop’s friend, Jo Loeb’s daughter). I have enjoyed following your blog for the last couple of weeks and was so excited to follow the birth of Nora Mae. I had to write and let you know that our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. We also had to take Mazie Jo back to the hospital a few days after birth, and it was terrifying and exhausting. I know also how emotionally draining it is so soon after giving birth. It sounds like Nora is receiving good care, and I just know that you will be home with Phoebe and Nora soon. Hang in there!
Our very best wishes,
April and family
We will definately pray for you! The same thing happened to us when Mallory was 4 1/2 weeks old. It ended up being just a virus but it wasn't fun going through.
Poor Nora (and you guys!) You're all in our prayers and I hope you're home safe and sound soon!!
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