Last night will go down in the history books as the most terrifying night of my life.
Since this little one first came down with RSV as an infant we've lived with nebulizers/albuterol/inhalers & asthma. but never anything like this. This was something more terrible. This was watching my child cease to breath. Not a sound, no air going in. No air coming out. A little face turning purple, wanting to breath, trying to breath. The trauma is too much to write, still too fresh. What I can say is ... when the life of your child is being threatened, you know how to respond. You just do. It's survival. And it's done calmly, like you were prepared when you weren't. I have always wondered if I would be able to keep it together or end up being hysterical? It's good to know I had strength, and peace on my side.
My how I love her.
She is a beauty. And everything that is beautiful about me is because of her (and her sisters)
Being a mother is amazing. These little people are miracles, and I get to be with them.
Don't worry, she's on the mend and the Dr. says she will be just fine.
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Hope Momma is on the mend, too.
It's funny how in crisis with the kids we manage to keep our heads.
I have found after a few emergency room visits between my two, that my meltdown comes after we are home and they are tucked in bed.
Being a mom is the most critical,inspiring job we could have...
I'm glad your little one is much,much better.
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I can imagine that watching your child turn purple is horrific and terrifying. I am very happy to hear that your little darling is on the mend. Thoughts and prayers to you both.
Oh my gosh I can't even imagine what that's like. I'm glad she's better and I hope you are too!
How scary! So glad she's alright and it is good to know you kept your cool...but still super scary. Hope she continues to feel better today and you won't have to deal with another episode like that anytime soon.
That's scary. Thank goodness she's okay.
how scary. i had an asthma attack and couldn't breathe when i 7....scariest night of my life. the hospital was 15 minutes away too. Glad she's ok. tell her she still looks cute!
I've totally been there, there's nothing more terrifying than watching the light leave your child's eyes. hugs to you mom, I'm glad she's on the mend.
it is truly amazing the way we go into survival mode and are able to keep it together and calm, the Spirit is an amazing tool from Heavenly Father.
oh man Kj, it freaks me out just reading this. I think I need to bring Meredith a little something special when I see her next week...and a big ol' hug! So glad God gave you what you needed when you needed it most. xo
oh that is horrible! I'm glad things are better! Darn those scary moments!
mare told me last night and i was so glad she was ok. But i got teary as i looked at these pictures. if i have learned one thing in my 24 years it is that life is precious. you never know what is really going to happen. that's why its so important to treat everyone around you with kindness. I'm so glad she's okay. Give her a big kiss for me.
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I'm so sorry to hear about this, but I'm so glad to hear that she's feeling better! What a scary time but you know she knew you were right there and that gave her strength. She's adorable :)
don't know what i would have done without her! an amazing miracle!
Oh Kjrst,Im so glad she is getting better! you two are beautiful together~
oh no! i watched this very thing happen to my 9-month-old a couple of weeks ago. he's been on nebulizer treatments since christmas and more recently had a seizure. it's very scary, and i am not a cool-headed mom. i'm glad she's doing better now, and i hope you're getting some good rest!
I'm glad she's getting better. I work at a children's hospital and while the hardest part of my job involves seeing sick children, the most rewarding is helping them and seeing them recover.
oh gosh, i can't imagine. Hope you are BOTH getting better and breathing easier.
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