Guest guest Posted November 4, 2007 Report Share Posted November 4, 2007 belle had her surgery for duodenal stenosis, they discovered when they were in there that she had an " annular Pancreas. " I don't know if this is something that is typical of Downs kids and it's all just lumped under duodenal atresia/stenosis. They were able to do it laproscopically, so the recovery was a lot easier. She actually pooped on the 2nd day out of surgery! Before I had kids I never knew I'd be doing the happy dance over poop! (Woohoo! It's your birthday, you're a rock star!) We got out of the hospital on Thursday. Now I'm getting her on the nursing track. Lordy but it's a pain in the nipples to have to pump and schlepp the pump everywhere. Truckers on local freeways have gotten some really odd sights lately now that I have the power adapter for the car. She's actually latching on and then wondering what the heck that thing is in her mouth, then sucking a little and spitting it out. Wish us luck. We also got word on Friday that we're being transferred to Virginia, so East Coast, here we come! As soon as I know exactly where we're heading (Quantico, Chantilly or Arlington) I'll tap y'alls brains for resources out there. Thanks to all who sent their encouragement and information about this. I really appreciate this group and have cited you as a huge part of my support network -- knowing I can ask REAL PARENTS (not the " experts) questions is huge! ************************************** See what's new at http://www.aol.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 5, 2007 Report Share Posted November 5, 2007 Eveyln, That's great news to hear she is doing so well! And that they were able to do it laproscopically is awesome, too! When KC had her surgery, she ended up with a 5 inch scar across her belly. I know exactly what you mean about the poop thing too... we are constantly doing the " poop dance " here when there is success in that department! LOL!! Good luck on nursing, as well as your move. And, Yeah belle! mom to KC-5 (DS), -4, Baby -1 belle is well belle had her surgery for duodenal stenosis, they discovered when they were in there that she had an " annular Pancreas. " I don't know if this is something that is typical of Downs kids and it's all just lumped under duodenal atresia/stenosis. They were able to do it laproscopically, so the recovery was a lot easier. She actually pooped on the 2nd day out of surgery! Before I had kids I never knew I'd be doing the happy dance over poop! (Woohoo! It's your birthday, you're a rock star!) We got out of the hospital on Thursday. Now I'm getting her on the nursing track. Lordy but it's a pain in the nipples to have to pump and schlepp the pump everywhere. Truckers on local freeways have gotten some really odd sights lately now that I have the power adapter for the car. She's actually latching on and then wondering what the heck that thing is in her mouth, then sucking a little and spitting it out. Wish us luck. We also got word on Friday that we're being transferred to Virginia, so East Coast, here we come! As soon as I know exactly where we're heading (Quantico, Chantilly or Arlington) I'll tap y'alls brains for resources out there. Thanks to all who sent their encouragement and information about this. I really appreciate this group and have cited you as a huge part of my support network -- knowing I can ask REAL PARENTS (not the " experts) questions is huge! ************ ********* ********* ******** See what's new at http://www.aol. com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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