The Doctor came back and talked to us then about an hour later we followed her to the CICU. She is so swollen and they expect it get worse. You can see that her little legs are shiny from so much fluid. Addy seems comfortable and is heavily sedated, she's in great hands but it is so hard to leave her. The nurses are wonderful, the surgeon has checked on her twice since 2 p.m. and the intensive care cardiac pediatrician has been back multiple times. I really just want a video monitor or instant transport, the Ronald McDonald Room is the next best thing so that's where we'll spend the night.
I just had something kind of funny happen. I went to a pump room multiple times and it was occupied so I asked at the desk where else I could go. They directed me to a set of elevators and just told me to get off on the 4th floor and go around the corner. I hop on the elevators and... I'm stuck, it requires an employee badge to operate it. I can't open the doors, I can't go up, and I can't get off! After pushing all the buttons I was finally able to go down and floor and get off. Now I know better than to ask at that desk for directions, lol.
We are praying for your sweet baby. My mother's heart aches for you and I want you to know, you are welcome to text/email/chat on Facebook. I know there is nothing we can do but pray and be a listening ear. I'm a great listener. :-) Hugs to you. (I love that you were able to find humor in the elevator situation. You are a strong woman!)
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