Well...day 3 is here...quick recap...day 1-flew into delhi late monday night with only one suitcase of 4, day 2-met MJ for the first time at Eden hospital and Dr. Gupta, 3-got to feed MJ a bottle and had our 3 lost suitcases arrive at our hotel without warning...now...let me elaborate...meeting MJ was undescribable yet felt so right...it felt perfectly normal to meet our daughter for the first time at 4 weeks old 8000 miles away from home...sounds weird, huh? But, that is our normal...we took the road less traveled and it eventually got us to our destination...the ride hasn't been easy or short, but it was successful and for this we are greatful...
We did get a little "surprise" from Dr. Gupta. He failed to mention in our daily conversations for the past month that MJ had a cardiac issue. She has PDA, which is failure of the vessel that carries oxygen to the lungs to close at birth. If it doesn't close with medication or on its own, it will require surgery. Apparently somewhat common with preemies, but apparently something that can only be mentioned when you are face to face with the doctor. That being said, I really am glad that he didn't tell me over the phone because it was difficult enough staying in the US for so long..If I had known about the PDA I would have most definitely been freaking out...
We have no idea when she will be discharged...we just take it day by day...I don't expect it to be anytime soon...she finally today took 30ml at once today..that is equivalent to 1 oz...she gets that every 3 hours...
We have obtained her Indian birth certificate..now we have to wait for dna test...I did ask Dr. Gupta if we could check her out and take to Embassy for DNA and then come back to NICU but of course, he said no..I thought maybe I could pull the "we are both healthcare providers card" but, to no avail...so for now...we wait...and wait...
We did get a little "surprise" from Dr. Gupta. He failed to mention in our daily conversations for the past month that MJ had a cardiac issue. She has PDA, which is failure of the vessel that carries oxygen to the lungs to close at birth. If it doesn't close with medication or on its own, it will require surgery. Apparently somewhat common with preemies, but apparently something that can only be mentioned when you are face to face with the doctor. That being said, I really am glad that he didn't tell me over the phone because it was difficult enough staying in the US for so long..If I had known about the PDA I would have most definitely been freaking out...
We have no idea when she will be discharged...we just take it day by day...I don't expect it to be anytime soon...she finally today took 30ml at once today..that is equivalent to 1 oz...she gets that every 3 hours...
We have obtained her Indian birth certificate..now we have to wait for dna test...I did ask Dr. Gupta if we could check her out and take to Embassy for DNA and then come back to NICU but of course, he said no..I thought maybe I could pull the "we are both healthcare providers card" but, to no avail...so for now...we wait...and wait...
Miss Mary Jane
ahhh she looks so cute! Keeping fingers crossed the PDA sorts its self out on its own and you get to take her home real soon x
ReplyDeleteMJ is beautiful. Our eldest had PDA and it sorted itself out over time but she was only 3 weeks early. Hoping MJ gets hers sorted too. Glad you are there.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful girl! We are keeping everything crossed for MJ's PDA to resolve itself soon. Best wishes on your exit process!
ReplyDeleteshe is adorable!!Hope the PDA heals on its own.Enjoy your new baby girl!
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Sending you and miss mj loads of positive vibes! She is a tough cookie, PDA will close soon!
ReplyDeleteIf you need anything, you know where to find me. It was a peasure to meet you yesterday and I give her all the best.
ReplyDeletethanks for the update...hoping the PDA works itself out. sending positive thoughts and prayers from the other end of the world!
ReplyDeleteI'm so glad you finally met your little beauty! I'm keeping my fingers crossed for her and you guys will soon be on your way home!
ReplyDeleteAwww, so cute! Glad you finally were able to hold her in your arms!
ReplyDeletesssooooo precious, congratulations!. Hoping the PDA issue sorts itself out, at least you are now there with her - I'm sure lots and lots of love will be flowing to get that heart pumping nicely. X
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