We just came back from Children's hospital. Ivry needed a quick 10 minute ear tube procedure. There's fluid still stuck in his ear which doesn't allow his ears to drain properly. As a result, he has frequent ear infections every 2 months - usually during winter. We were kind of hoping that they would drain naturally, but on his last follow-up, the doctors weren't too optimistic and a surgery date was secured.
We were lucky with our doctor today - he is one of the best ear specialists for children on the east coast. In fact, I heard today that families come as far as the UK. That makes me proud to know that I have access to some of the best child health care in the country!
So here I leave you with some pictures today. Ivry was produly showing off his car as he was getting ready for the "space room." His dad accompanied him where anasthesia was given to him through a mask. Daddy had so much fun wearing his space suit (we can recycle it later) and Ivry loved his toy car and "space cap" and gown. The nurses could help by saying, "He's too cute!" *smile* *grin* *I know, I know*
The waiting was two hours too long to put the tubes in. I was wrong - they are put in through the ear - not the mouth - silly mommy!
All in all, Ivry was just a happy (as always) child. Contrary to what I thought, he didn't complain once, he didn't say "I'm hungry." or "I'm thirsty" which was my nightmare. No drinking or eating allowed.
His alacrity allowed us to be joyful with him as we took our space buddy to various destinations all throughout the waiting room. But the best destination was home after quickly finding the doctor waiting for me to tell us it was all over (10 minutes) and that we could come home. Our affable driver was already waiting for us out front.We were given transportation because we don't have a car.
I am so proud of my son today. And the best part ? We made it through as a family.
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