It's 7:15 PM and Simi's snoozing...so here's a quick update.
Simi's doing incredibly great. The nurse commented that he's behaving more like he just got his tonsils removed than had open heart surgery. He's an amazing kid. It seems like he truly isn't in pain right now. He hasn't had any pain medication since he first arrived at the ICU (noonish). He's telling us that he's not in pain and his heart rate and blood pressure are confirming it. All the numbers on all the monitors are great and the Cardiologist used the following adjectives after his evaluation of Simi: wonderful and lovely.
Although it may be too early to say for certain, it's looking like the defect was closed completely (no leaks). I'm forever indebted to his surgeon, Dr. Pigula.
Simi's only complaint all day is that he's thirsty. We gave him water, then juice, then popsicles. The kid's eaten 4 popsicles already; that's a lot based on the nurses reaction.
So, assuming all continues to go well, he'll move to the regular ward sometime tomorrow.
Asher has had a wonderful time with his maternal grandparents today. It's nice that he's had a chance to have this kind of good quality time with them; we don't get to see them so frequently. I guess this is a silver lining - a nice side benefit of our "Boston Adventure".
We'll try to update again soon.
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6 comments:
Liz and Raj, What great news!!! I am so relieved to hear that Simi has come through with flying colors. You're right, he IS an amazing kid! Please keep posting as I'm checking your blog several times a day. Much love to all of you and especially Simi. Tell him Nathan sends him a big hug. - Kelly K.
I can only imagine what you've been through the last few days emotionally and I know you have had to biggest weight lifted tonight just knowing that it's behind you and things seem to be going great. We will keep Simi and family in our thoughts and prayers. Makes me want to hug him too. :)
We are so glad Simi is doing so amazingly well and we are really happy for you all that this is now over!
Look forward to hearing you are home,
Laura Robert and Seth
Hey, Everyone!
I'm so glad to hear Simi is doing so well! You all continue to be in my prayers. Give Asher hugs and kisses for me!
Tina just forwarded this to me!!! i'm SOOO glad he's done so well...you're not kidding he's AMAZING!!! Hang in there!! looking forward to seeing you all when you get home!!
mary (and the simmons zoo :} )
Simi,
I miss you bunches and bunches!!! I have been looking for you on the playground. Hurry back soon!
Love,
Christian
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