Etta had a rough night, and seemed to be uncomfortable most of the night. But I didn't think it was due to actual surgery pain, but her bowels beginning to wake up again and the trauma of taking a scalpel to guts. So, I decided to hold her last night to help ease her discomfort. It seemed to work, and she began burping and squirming. After the surgery, we haven't been able to hold her much, as it seems to make her more uncomfortable.
We were rewarded at 6:05 this morning, as I was nearing the end of my rope trying to comfort her hurting tummy with a bowel movement. This step is huge in the process of healing from this surgery because it indicates the bowels have begun to heal and are ready to process food again. :)
Although Etta has been cleared to take clear fluids every 3 hours, she is not interested in eating and promptly boycotts the idea by sealing her lips together a letting out her "warning" yell. So, I have been warned, but will continue to encourage her to eat.
Hi Lloyd Family, How's little Etta doing? Is she eating yet? How's Mommy & Daddy doing? You're all in my thoughts and prayers. Kiss & hug her for me. Love you, Aunt Sandra
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