First we learned how to place Jonah's feeding tube in case it gets pulled out. It's a little tricky, his nasal canal is so teensy! We also learned about suctioning, how to care for Jonah's skin under all the sticky stuff on his face, how to move his oxygen sensor, and when to freak out if the alarm starts sounding because its not always an emergency. We learned how work his feeding pump and oxygen supply. We discussed CPR and other life saving heroics. 
We are officially home care professionals by now.
Then we dressed Jonah.
Then Jonah had to pass his car bed test. He had to lay in his car bed for 1 hour and 10 minutes (because that's how long it takes us to drive home) while breathing normally and keeping himself warm. He passed with flying colors.
Jonah's nurse Amy gave her approval and we were FINALLY out the door!
When we got home, Home Health brought us a huge tank of oxygen plus a few smaller portable ones...
Accessorized with 50 ft of tubing (which stays surprisingly untangled!) so he can go almost anywhere in the house...
Jonah's feeding pump...
An oxygen sensor that reads how much oxygen his body is getting equipped with bells, alarms, and whistles...
And finally my least favorite machine, the breast pump. Pumping is truly the worst part of my day and I have to do it "Every 3-4 hours for 10-15 minutes, even at night". My husband assures me that Jonah appreciates the gesture. Ugh.
And with Jonah home, then began the wonder of a little girl on her tiptoes...
So she can be tall enough to peek at her brother in his bassinet...
Of Grandpa loving his newest Grandson...
Of a sister spending as much time as she needs...
Of a 5-year-old loving her brother completely and entirely...
A brother trying to figure out the best way to entertain a little one...
And our teenager spending her best hours with Jonah.
And our teenager spending her best hours with Jonah.
Life is a little hectic but completely worth it. Its amazing how a new baby always changes the atmosphere of our home, and Jonah is no different. Home can be a heaven on earth and Jonah brings us a little closer to that ideal.:)
Wow. He is beautiful. You are all taking such good care of him.
ReplyDeleteRob ends up in the medical field after all. Isn't it interesting.
Your happy blog is bringing us joy this season! Merry Christmas!
Wow, all your little helpers are so great. Love all these pictures, especially Jaya peeking over the bassinet. How adorable Jonah is. What a blessing. Such a beautiful family. Thanks for sharing all these pictures. It's good to hear how he's doing. Did he end up needing surgery after all? And Happy Anniversary to you and Rob! Thinking of you all so much and praying for your little boy multiple times a day. Merry Christmas from a very rainy southern California.:) Love you guys.
ReplyDeleteHoly cow! That's alot of equiptment! I love how sweet your kids are with him. Jaya is darling on her tippies getting a closer look. Love and miss you all!
ReplyDeleteI'm glad you have it all AND a gynormus oxygen tank to boot!! When are your adult helpers leaving? I have you down a couple days in Jan. You know how I roll, it's sad but true, if I don't put you on the calendar, then I forget about you because you're not jumping up and down and making noise in my face:)
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