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March 29th, 2008 by Tiff

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Ivy finally stable and waiting admission to the ward.

It was so scary on Wednesday morning.

I couldn’t wake her up.

Two febrile convulsions and I knew she was really sick.

We had been chugging along at half health for a couple of weeks and then things went curly.

Bacteraemia. In old terms: blood sepsis.

She did not wake for 24 hours. Doctor’s came and poked her with needles and looked her over and she didn’t open her eyes. When they dripped her, she grizzled a bit but only while the canula was piercing the skin. After that, she was gone again.

She was so puffy, her skin tight with infection.

It was all so fast.

The doctors and nurses in the Emergency room were brilliant.

Efficient, kind and caring for my girl. Even the paed came to the ER, with his purple power shirt and matching power tie. Concerned, was he. Worried.

Is it wrong to love IV antibiotics?

Within 24 hours we saw a difference. Another 24 and she was sitting up.

Everyone was so lovely. The dream hospital admission. The nurses so, so wonderful.

Especially lovely was one nurse who caught me crying, questioning and double guessing my abilities. She soothed my frazzled, raw nerves with empathy and understanding.

Her name was Pippa.

Thank you Pippa, I won’t forget.

My Mum brought me food and shampoo and calmed the big kids after school. David’s Mum looked after the baby boy. He came home with five new songs.

I’ll have to ring her for the words, so I can sing them for him.

Three good friends - Mary, Tracey and Trish. Thank you. I wish I could bottle your love. I would make millions.

Thank you to everyone of you out there too, who sent their wishes. It meant the world.

She’s home and happy.

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29 Responses  
Kelley (179 comments.) writes:
March 29th, 2008 at 18:04

*exhales breath*

Been waiting to hear news. Wonderful news.

Smootches to you all babe.

Lightening (43 comments.) writes:
March 29th, 2008 at 18:18

Poor little moppet. You guys sure have been through the ringer and then some haven’t you. Sending you all {{{HUGS}}} and glad to hear she’s doing better.

Tracey (109 comments.) writes:
March 29th, 2008 at 19:07

Lucky she bounces!

Xbox4NappyRash (314 comments.) writes:
March 29th, 2008 at 19:57

:-)

frogpondsrock (99 comments.) writes:
March 29th, 2008 at 20:48

I am with Kelley.. I didn’t realise that I had been holding my breath…

((((((((((((((hugs)))))))))))))))

lots of hugs

xxx Kim

Bettina (96 comments.) writes:
March 29th, 2008 at 21:23

Oh god Tiff. I didn’t realise. I’ve been so behind this week I had no idea. I’m so glad your little one is home and on the mend.

huge hugs honey.

Alison (3xkewl) (141 comments.) writes:
March 29th, 2008 at 21:27

Far out.
Words fail me.
Sending stacks of good vibes.

river writes:
March 29th, 2008 at 21:42

I’m so glad she’s home again. God seems to be testing her with everything he’s got doesn’t he. Wait till I get up there, I’ll be having WORDS with that godfella.

Lilprecious writes:
March 29th, 2008 at 21:46

WOW! So sorry to hear you have been through all this during this past week! I’m relieved to hear that she is responding to the treatment and feeling better. I’m also glad to hear that you had a positive experience while in hospital - even though hospital is not the place to be. I hope that makes sense…

Thoughts and prayers are with you as always and I’m looking forward to hearing more positive things!!

jeanie (146 comments.) writes:
March 29th, 2008 at 21:55

Oh I have tears of joy in my eyes at this news - I hope to goodness this will mean a rocket (and a breakthrough) to her medical team to help in fixing the problem to your beautiful little girl.

Veronica (506 comments.) writes:
March 29th, 2008 at 22:29

Oh sweetie, I have been waiting for an update.

No, it isn’t wrong to love IV antibiotics. (((hugs))) So glad she is home and safe.

cellobella (21 comments.) writes:
March 30th, 2008 at 00:10

I love IV antibiotics too. Whatever it takes to get your baby back sound.
((hugs))
cb
xx

Summer (42 comments.) writes:
March 30th, 2008 at 00:31

That picture breaks my heart.
But I’m so glad she’s doing better now.

Vanessa writes:
March 30th, 2008 at 00:33

You poor things! Glad you are all at home and together again. Sending loving thoughts and wishes.

Guera (151 comments.) writes:
March 30th, 2008 at 02:02

Thank Goodness. I have been thinking and worrying about you. SO glad she’s on the mend and back home. I can’t begin to imagine how scary it would have been . Actually I can imagine what it would be like, having a little one myself and I shudder at the thought. How great that you had a positive medical experience for once, and at such a crucial time. Sending biggest hugs and hope that this is a corner she has turned - onwards to better health. xx

Marylin (184 comments.) writes:
March 30th, 2008 at 02:49

So glad to hear she’s recovering. What a time of it you’re all having, and poor lil Ivy. Sending her lots of lil ((snuggles)). I’m so glad the care she was given was of such a great standard!

Liz writes:
March 30th, 2008 at 03:31

I am so thrilled to hear she is home again. You are amazing in your strength and courage during crisis, she is so lucky to have you as a mom. I can only imagine how relieved you are to be home with your little girl. I wish I was closer and could do something, help in some way. I am thinking about you constantly.

Hopefully each hour will bring her strength back, and she’ll be running around like a maniac again in no time.

Many hugs and much love to your whole family from Chicago!

Sadie (91 comments.) writes:
March 30th, 2008 at 03:44

I’m so glad she’s home safe and sound!! What a scary ordeal, but it’s wonderful to know you had such kind and caring nurses around you! They do make all the difference!!

julie (77 comments.) writes:
March 30th, 2008 at 05:34

I am so glad to hear that Ivy is feeling better and home, and that you had such a positive experience with the hospital staff.

IV antibiotics are the best thing ever!

You are still in my thoughts and prayers every day.

Childlife (210 comments.) writes:
March 30th, 2008 at 07:04

Oh, I’ve been so worried about her! So glad to hear things went smoothly at the hospital and you’re home now. I’ve been praying my little heart out for you all. Hope she’s up and around again soon!

Laura (28 comments.) writes:
March 30th, 2008 at 11:09

So glad the Ivy-girl is doing better! So thankful for IV antibiotics, and whatever else it takes!!

katef (44 comments.) writes:
March 30th, 2008 at 12:06

So glad you are all home and on the mend.. been thinking of you!

Casdok (3 comments.) writes:
March 30th, 2008 at 18:33

Interesting photos, what a relief that your daughter is feeling better.

A Whole Lot of Nothing writes:
March 31st, 2008 at 05:44

SO glad to see she’s doing better.

Best to you all.

Secret Agent Mama (80 comments.) writes:
March 31st, 2008 at 08:18

Poor, poor Ivy.. MY Goodness… :( So glad she’s on the mend, though.

Kat (89 comments.) writes:
March 31st, 2008 at 10:41

I can’t even imagine how scary… I’m so glad she’s well.

Sandy's Notes (1 comments.) writes:
March 31st, 2008 at 12:00

Wow, a really busy week. I’m sorry to see the hurts. Hope things improve next week!

Jayne (143 comments.) writes:
March 31st, 2008 at 19:50

So glad to hear she’s better ! ((hugs))

Betsy (89 comments.) writes:
April 1st, 2008 at 00:12

Goose bumps of releif. SCARY for you momma. I hope she is back to her usual self.

Jeesh, enough already! You guys deserve a break. A real break.


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