Shortly after Kelsons morning feeding, the nurse gave him a sedative and we walked with Kelson down to MRI. Thankfully the sedation kicked in and they were able to perform the test.
After the MRI, Kelson was very groggy, and confused. The sedative seemed to make him a bit loopy and frustrated. Eventually he calmed down and fell back into a good sleep.
We spent the majority of the day just sitting around, waiting for the "green light" to go home. We continue to have doctors and nurses with 20+ years of experience say things like "I've never seen a baby as sick as he was survive", and "I feel so blessed to have worked on your son". Needless to say there were a lot of emotions expressed today, and tears shed.
Finally at about 2 PM the doctor had reviewed the MRI, and told us we were officially discharged. Even through we were free to go, our nurse advised us to wait until he had fully woken up, and eaten, so he wouldn't fuss on the drive home. Finally at 3:30 Kelson woke up and was ready to eat. After getting his belly full, we put him in the car seat, and loaded him and his belongings into the wagon. After one more tearful walk around the NICU, we were out the doors. I pulled the car up to the entrance and Kelson was wheeled out to take his first breath of fresh air.
Kelson handled the ride home well, and we spread out a blanket in the living room and all sat in awe....Kelson was home. Kristas parents brought Claire over, along with a delicious dinner. Claire was sooo excited to play with her new "toy" and doesn't understand why she can't hold him by herself, or feed him by herself. I'm sure she will adjust just fine.
Tonight we could hear the Downs fireworks, and Krista and Claire went out to watch them in the yard. What a great way to celebrate and amazing day.
We will continue to update the blog, but eventually it will not be every day, so feel free to check back often. Thank you for taking the time out of your day to join us on this journey. Every good thought, comment and prayer helped give us strength and helped us be able to bring our miracle home!
Tuesday, July 3, 2012
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WE CAN'T WAIT TO COME HOME AND SEE HIM! TRUELY A MIRACLE AND NOTHING LESS. TEARS ARE POURING DOWN MY FACE.......WHAT A ROUGH COUPLE OF MONTHS THESE HAVE BEEN, BUT GOD HAS PULLED US THRU IT AS A FAMILY!
KYLA
God is GOOD!! I am tears reading this tonight!! What a blessing to bring Kelson home and have the family all together! How fitting are those fireworks tonight that Krista and Claire got to see!! I will continue my prayers for your family! God Bless!!
Jennifer Lopez
Not every baby gets fireworks for his welcome home. Kelson is a special baby who is blessed to have been born into your family. I wish all of you the very best. You will continue to be in my thoughts.
Barb Monk
Happy, happy, happy 4th of July. What a journey, what a fantastic result. Thank you for sharing. Prayers remain as you adjust to "normal-ness". Blessings to you all, U Steve & A Jeanie
Thanks be to God as tears well up in my eyes and goosebumps run down my back. I am so happy for your family. With all my love and continual prayers. Dot
so glad you guys are all under the same roof!!!
Ria
What a FANTASTIC "Independence Day" for your miracle baby! Thanks for the daily updates on his progress. I'm so happy for your family and hope to see all of you sometime in the near future.
Carol Whewell
Congratulations on finally bringing Kelson home. It has been a long journey but worth every second. I am so excited for you! Also found this cool in that Aidan came home on July 4th, and Alaina and I went outside to watch the fireworks. Enjoy your little firecracker today!!:) Kristi Dinderman
Congratulations on bringing your miralce home! Thank you for letting us join you on your journey! Enjoy life "normally" now! Hope you guys have a GREAT holiday!
Little Kelson went home to be with his Daddy, Mommy, and Sister. WHAT A MIRACLE. All our prayers have been answered. We will continue to pray that he will grow up to be a strong healthy boy.
God Bless your family of four.
Our Love, Dee & Marshall
I have tears in my eyes this morning reading this! I am so very happy for your family. Kelson is finally home!! What a little miracle he is. Enjoy the crazy life of a toddler and a newborn!
What a fantastic 4th of July celebration for the Kuipers family! Love and continued wishes for good health to all your family.
Aunt Carol and Uncle Rog Read
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