The past few weeks have been relatively uneventful for G...a snotty cold here, some more lack of sleep there, lots of loving cuddles with bump, farm visits, fun times at Pre-School, and a trip to BIG school. No medical appointments either for G, so that has been amazing. Just a routine trip to the dentist tomorrow.
Her injections are also going incredibly well. She really is a superstar and we've now trialled many scenarios including: injections without mummy; injections without daddy; and injections without a bath first. I dare not say we've nailed it, but we are over the moon at how she has adapted to life with daily growth hormone injections. The amount of bribery sweets being used, less happy!
Speaking of school - G's new big school have been incredible already. I have met with the deputy head and the SENCo, given them a one page profile of G and her Turner Syndrome, discussed potential issues that may arise, and planned a couple of familiarisation visits (outside of what they'd normally provide). What I love the MOST, is that they said they don't want to label her and look for problems, but equally they want to be informed enough that when an issue arises they can potentially attribute it to her TS (if it is relevant) and come to us to advice. Next stop, a transfer day, a parents information evening and a story visit. EEEK!
Also with regards to school, I've finally given in to the advice of the medical professionals and commenced maternity leave early. It was a bit of an anti-climax, it certainly wasn't how I had planned it, and I am missing my lovely village school very much. However I had to listen to those who know best. That's sometimes a bitter pill to swallow.
I'm sure you're all wondering about our imminent arrival....
Well baby boy has been causing more than few sleepless nights! My platelet levels have now dropped lower than they did with G (and they were low), which coupled with a complication involving my placenta means that having low platelets and a poor ability to clot during/after my caesarean is far from ideal. Fairly dangerous infact. I'm in the process of having steroid injections to strengthen baby's lungs in preparation for him potentially being whipped out early, and very regular blood tests to trace my platelets. Trips to the hospital are more than frequent now and the car parking is extortionate!! Back again tomorrow.
As they say 'forewarned is forearmed', and the hospital have lots of procedures they can and will put in place on the day. Not only that but lots of support from family, friends, church, along with an abundance of prayers have finally allowed me to be a little more at peace with all of these complications. G was a little miracle - our little 2%, we're in good hands again.
Signing off today as my last blog as a mum of one, my next post will be as a mum of two!!
