Looks like we are going to get to tackle one of our first big parenting obstacles with Emme and Will sooner than we expected.
Since Will was born with a small chest and a potentially compromised respiratory system, we have been so afraid of him getting sick. We have tried to be extra careful with his big sister, Emme, to keep her healthy, too. Despite these efforts, it looks like sickness has arrived to our house.
Emme woke up last night feeling bad and she has a super runny nose, coughing and sneezing. Carlton has sequestered himself in the bonus room with her and we thought we may be able to keep Will from getting sick.
BUT, it seems Will is now feeling bad too. He's super lethargic and is now throwing up a bit. He's just not quite himself.
The call is into the doctor to see what we should do for Mr. Will. Usually, we would just let this type of thing run its course, but we are so paranoid about Will getting anything. I'm hopeful the doctor can give us some good advice on when we should take Will to be seen vs letting it just play out.
Ugh, I was so worried about this happening and now it is upon us. Please pray for our babies and that they get to feeling better soon. I worry about both of them, but especially Will since we are so unsure of what his body can handle. I really pray a trip to the hospital isn't in our near future.
When we brought Grant home, it was cold season, and he got sick within the first month. He was already on oxygen, but we had to bump up the amount he was using because of the congestion. At the time I was terrified, but I should have relaxed a bit. Things so far have not happened super fast with Grant. There are signs that I watch for now. The first is when he gets lethargic. That is when I call his pediatrician. I make sure I get him in the same day if he is having trouble breathing. His breathing becomes more shallow and fast, and when you watch their throat and chest, you can see them pull in on each breath. The doctors told me to watch for "dusky" eyelids, lips, or fingernails, but luckily Grant never progressed so fast that we didn't catch earlier signs. So sorry you are having to deal with this. It's no fun having those kinds of scares. Hang in there!
ReplyDeletePraying they are both feeling well again soon and that you and Carlton stay well!
ReplyDeleteGet well soon.. I will pray for you.
ReplyDeleteprayers from our home also..
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