ER

Yesterday, we made a surprise visit to Children's through the ER. Apparently, Ruthie got wind of us "having a week off" from SLCH and sprung into action.

A little before 11 am, Ruthie and her highchair put me into action.
After cleaning up the kitchen from our banana/ cracker tasting, we decided to move into the living room for my lunch and Ruth's play time. I did the usual thing, unhooked her from her seat, asked her to come to Mommy and then WHAM! Ruthie's hand was on her button and her cord on the highchair and within seconds formula everywhere.
I grabbed a upset Ruthie and took off to the bedroom to insert a foley cath. I made it into the living room and then remembered my phone. I turned back, snatched it off the counter, and continued on. On my first try, I inserted a foley cath into her stoma. 14 FR, perfect size, perfect fit!
At this point, I was already on hold for SLCH pediatric surgeon office and Ruthie was trying to roll over and play. I went over the "happenings" with the nurse and she told me to come on in the the ER.
After an outfit change, we were on our way to SLCH ER. Ruthie played the entire car ride. She was just a little ham. She was happy and showing off for people she knew (which of course, we knew 2 of the ER nurses, a RT and the on-call resident). Dr. V was actually there the day of Ruth's transplant. I love having friends!
But yes, it was quite humorous once I knew that the foley was in right and that surgery would not be needed. We had a nice 6 hour family outing to Children's. I think Ruthie knew we needed a break from our "normal lives". Silly, silly girl.

So, she is doing fine! We are back to our "normal lives" again.

And she is SITTING!
She hasn't pulled herself up to sit yet, but she will maintain balance to sit and play.






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