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Tiny DS in hospital with bronchiolitis - hand hold

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Floopyandtired · 09/09/2021 01:47

DS 14weeks has had a bit of a cold the last few days but this morning really deteriorated. I took him to the GP who said it was just a cold and sent me away. Throughout the day he got worse, fighting for breath, not feeding at all etc so I insisted the GP see him again this afternoon. One look at him and we were sent straight to hospital. DS is now on oxygen with a feeding tube and I’m in bits seeing my tiny baby so helpless. I’m trying to pump but I’m so exhausted and hungry I’m not getting much. DP not allowed to stay due to bloody fucking Covid even though we’re in a side room. Not sure why I’m posting other than to just get it out there.

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Floopyandtired · 20/09/2021 19:27

When I created this thread I was desperate and terrified. I posted because I was lonely in a hospital by myself with my desperately unwell baby. I was seeking comfort and reassurance and I received that from the most lovely group of strangers. Reading every comment truly got me through some awful moments. I can’t thank you all enough. My final update is a happy one - Henry came home today. At his most unwell, H was cared for by the wonderful staff on the seahorse intensive care ward at Bristol children’s hospital. I will never be able to repay them. If you’ve found this thread in the future please know that your child will recover from RSV/bronchiolitis. You are in the best possible hands. In a life or death situation there is nowhere else I’d rather be in the world than in the arms of the NHS.

So for one last time thank you NHS and thank you MNers for the virtual hugs and handholds. The only way is up from here 😊

Tiny DS in hospital with bronchiolitis - hand hold
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savemejebus · 20/09/2021 19:28

❤️ your update xxx

FabricPigeon · 20/09/2021 19:30

Wonderful news, OP - I'm absolutely delighted for you and little Henry! Hope you have the best night's sleep ever with him back home 💛

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AFingerofFudge · 20/09/2021 19:33

Such a lovely update, so pleased he is home x

BrownEyedSquirrel · 20/09/2021 19:34

Beautiful OP! Thank you for letting us know and well done you and Henry, I can't imagine how incredibly tough it has been for both of you.

Sirzy · 20/09/2021 19:35

So pleased he is home xx

Wellwhatalovelyday · 20/09/2021 19:51

This is just the best news. I’m thrilled for you.

Sagaris · 20/09/2021 19:52

Excellent news, so pleased for you! X

mommybear1 · 20/09/2021 19:53

Brilliant news OP so happy for you all xx

Leftbutcameback · 20/09/2021 19:56

I seem to have a bit of dust in my eye! What a fantastic outcome and thanks for sharing it OP.

Ducksurprise · 20/09/2021 20:28

Thank you so much for taking the time to update and sharing a picture of gorgeous Henry. Whilst we maybe strangers I really did pray for Henry and wanted more than anything for a good outcome and am so pleased that everyone here brought you a little comfort.

HappyWinter · 20/09/2021 20:39

I'm so glad he is recovered and home! I was rooting for you both.

sittingonacornflake · 20/09/2021 20:41

Oh OP ❤️❤️❤️

Letsallscreamatthesistene · 20/09/2021 20:52

This entire thread has been lovely. Im so happy for you and your little H, OP.

Bridie20 · 20/09/2021 21:06

So happy to hear this news, have been praying for lovely little Henry xxx

boringcreation · 20/09/2021 21:07

Amazing I'm thrilled for you both Smile

needtogetfit21 · 20/09/2021 21:11

Amazing! So pleased for you

Clymene · 20/09/2021 21:17

Oh I'm absolutely delighted for you. What a fabulous, fabulous update.

Just two things I want to say to you as someone who has been through something very similar: one - you're probably going to panic every single time your baby has a cold for a while. Your GP (if they are anything like mine was) will be kind and sympathetic and reassuring.

And two - by the time Henry is running around at nursery, chatting away and laughing, you will have put it to the back of your mind and it will be a memory that no longer has any power in your present.

ThanksThanksThanks

Brenna24 · 20/09/2021 21:35

That's fantastic news. I am glad that he has bounced back so well. Enjoy all the precious moments with him. I agree. When my DD was is SCBU and in hospital in France a few months later, the nurses went over and above the call of duty on each case and made it all so much easier.

Kakser · 20/09/2021 21:46

What fantastic news. I'm pleased this thread brought you some comfort. Enjoy having your lovely little boy at home xx

newmumfeb21 · 20/09/2021 22:21

Wonderful wonderful news.
So glad he is home.
Wishing him a speedy full recovery.

ifigoup · 20/09/2021 22:29

Oh, thank goodness. Thank you for taking time to update us.

Raindancer411 · 20/09/2021 22:40

@Floopyandtired I am so glad to hear the news. Give him some gentle squeezes from us too x

DreamingOfTheSouthOfFrance · 20/09/2021 22:45

Wonderful news! Thank you for letting us all know.

lynntheyresexpeople · 20/09/2021 22:46

Your update moved me to tears, I'm so pleased for you all. What a beautiful little fighter he is, and how inspiringly strong you are too. Sending so much love ❤️