When Parker woke up this morning he was a wildman. Biting, scratching and just in so much pain. His sats were low. He has some stuff in his chest that we can’t seem to get to break up. And coughing for him is just misery.
They were able to come up with a pain medication cocktail that worked……….for a while. Then he woke up this afternoon and after about an hour he was biting and scratching and trying to throw himself against the bars of his crib. They gave him the cocktail again. But this time it didn’t kick in. He finally had to be given a dose of phenobarbitol (sp) to calm him down.
Parker went through this same thing after he was trached. For days he was angry and in pain. I was concerned about the amount of drugs it was taking to calm him then and tried to make it as much as possible without them.
This time I’m going with the drugs. I can’t tell how much is pain and I can’t tell how much is frustration……….and absolute anger.
But this kid NEVER lashes out at himself or others unless it is after a surgery. And it is soo incredibly important that we make sure that he doesn’t rip out his stitches from his hernia repair or his new tush.
The surgeon told us that Parker would be in major pain for several days after this surgery. It simply breaks my heart.
He is FINALLY asleep after a couple of hours of being in misery. I just want to pick him up and run.
I am grateful for AMAZING nurses his go around. And an awesome RT. They make all the difference in the world.
I’ve been checking off and on all day for an update! I’m so sorry tht Parker is hurting so much. We are thinking and praying for him.
I can’t even imagine what you must be feeling. Poor little Parker, bless his little heart. Praying for a quick and painfree recovery for him and strength and peace for you.
Hugs, hugs and more hugs…then prayers.
With Wil’s last surgery he was in SO much pain. The nurses said the amount of pain medication he was being given would knock a grown man out cold…not Wil. And he literally raised hell for a full week due to pain. Just to say…I understand…bring on the drugs.
Love you guys.
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Oh Tammy
I’m so sorry… I hope they can find something that will help him be comfortable. Maybe if it doesn’t work for Parker, they could give some to you? HUGS!!
I’ve been keeping track of Parker on your blog ever since I left Provo. I keep him, your family, and you in my prayers. I know some of the nurses there in the PICU. You are in good hands.
It breaks my heart to read how much pain he is in. Hopefully you’re halfway through the rough part. I’m praying that the drugs work and work well for your sweet guy. This has to be so hard. Praying for comfort now and healthy days ahead for Parker. HUGS, Tammy.
Barb and Michael
oh, no, so sorry to hear that Parker is in so much pain…it will be worth it, in the end, but right now i’m sure it is so hard to watch…keep up the painkillers and i hope that each day gets a little (or a lot) better…
Debbie and Binny
My heart just breaks for Parker. I cant stand the thought of that sweet little guy in so much pain. Tammy I am so sorry you have to see him like this. It must be just awful. I am praying that this goes quickly and Parky can be comfortable and pain free.
Love,
Amy
Praying. And more praying.
’nuff said.
I’ve been checking multiple times for updates. Still praying. Much love and hugs to all of you.
This literally makes me cry. I am so very sorry that he is in pain. Continued prayers for you little man.
Love and God Bless1
Kay
Poor Parker. I’m sorry that he’s in so much pain. It just breaks my heart. I’m sending him gentle hugs and kisses, and hopes that his pain goes away.
I feel so bad for him too.
I hope it won’t be long till he’s out of pain.
Hugs to you.
Prayers for you both.
Oh Tammy my heart is just breaking for your sweet boy
I’m praying that the docs will be able to find the right mix of medicine to really help Parky not be in pain. I know how difficult it is to go through it as a momma too, when you can’t fix what’s wrong and your baby is suffering, so I’m saying lots of prayers for you both.
Sending lots of love and prayers.
My heart broke as I read this Tammy. I hope sweet little Parker feels better way fast! Your always in my prayers!! Sending you many hugs! Your an awesome Mommy hang in there!
I think I can safely say that a multitude of people check Parker’s blog several times a day hoping for an update. Then after reading the news or even the headlines “uh…Nevermind” and “Miserable” our hearts just drop.
My heart drops for this sweet little boy that has to go through this. I have my personal spiritual beliefs and I think Parker did AMAZING things in the pre-existence and then after choosing to do those things volunteered to come to this earth as he is and teach so many valuable life lessons.
My heart drops for Tammy and Reed, who I bet at this point could care less about Parker teaching so many life lessons they just want their precious boy to be healthy.
That’s where we come in. To remind Parker, Tammy and Reed to hang in there. That Parker is a strong amazing individual and he is showing that by fighting back. Tammy and Reed you have hundreds of people praying for Parker and you, so float on those prayers. We will continue to read, pray, send love and hugs, well wishes, light candles, what ever it is that we do and isn’t it amazing that this precious little boy known as Parker has brought us all together.
Thinking of you always…
Much love,
Megan & Abby
oh baby boy, if I could trade places…Tammy Im so sorry, the tears are just rolling here, I can only imagine what it is like to be there seeing him hurting. We love you guys.
Oh Tammy, my heart breaks for you guys! I hope that they are able to give him something for relief soon. Poor baby boy! Love, prayers and hugs to all of you.
Tammy – My heart breaks for Parker and your whole family! This must just be so heart wrenching for all of you…. Please know I keep praying for Parker and your family. I pray he heals quickly and they can keep him as painfree as possible through the healing.
God Bless you all!
Love,
Lisa and Lily
It breaks my heart too, Tammy. I truly can’t stand to think of that little child in so much pain. I’ll be so glad when this is over, for both of you.