Wednesday, January 5, 2011

Day Twenty-one: POOP!

Elliot had a rough morning. He was in so much pain! Aaron got really irritated and finally asked the nurse if he could be put back on Tylenol. We just don't see why he should have to suffer for no reason. He can't even sleep peacefully because he gets pains every couple minutes and his heart rate goes into the 220's as he scrunches up and screams in pain. Even when he's relaxed, his heart rate is still much higher than normal and he breathes very heavy. It's extremely hard to see your child in pain... especially when you can't do anything to soothe him.
ELLIOT POOPED TODAY! He was just about to get his daily suppository, and the nurse opened the diaper and said, "Oh! We don't need it! He POOPED!" I never thought I'd be so happy to see poop in my life. :)
It must've been a big relief for him, because it was the first time we got to spend time with a wide awake, CONTENT baby boy in awhile. We spent a whole forty-five minutes holding a wide-eyed, alert baby who did not cry or scrunch up in pain... not even once. That's gotta be some kind of record for us!

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Taking his temperature, two minutes before he pooped!

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17 comments:

  1. JenniferJanuary 6, 2011 at 8:55 AM

    I can imagine that it's heartbreaking seeing Elliot in pain. Not that it even compares to what Elliot is going through, but it's the only comparison that I have to understand what you're going through... Corben just started teething and yesterday he was so uncomfortable and in pain and it took everything I had to not break down in tears. I know it doesn't compare, but it gives me a inkling of what you're feeling. You guys seem so strong and I really admire you.

    Congratulations on the poop! That's great news. I absolutely love the "Elliot pooped" sign. So cute!

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  2. AnonymousJanuary 6, 2011 at 9:41 AM

    Awesome! Hopefully it's nothing but good from now on

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  3. AnonymousJanuary 6, 2011 at 10:06 AM

    Ugh I can't even imagine what you have to go through. Its heartbreaking just watching Alyson in pain from just gas so that must be extremely hard for you!

    That's great that he pooped again! Hopefully things only go up from here. :)

    The Sweetest Life♥

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  4. kittenJanuary 6, 2011 at 11:10 AM

    Yay Elliot! I think our prayers are working! :)

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  5. EllenJanuary 6, 2011 at 11:50 AM

    Oh, I can't even imagine how heartbreaking it is to watch your little one in pain like that. You are so strong and I hope that his pain goes away soon.

    And HOORAY FOR POOP! What fantastic news. I hope it's a sign that everything has turned and it will be all improvement and healthy milestones from here. Good job little guy!

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  6. Bevin @ allisbright.comJanuary 6, 2011 at 11:55 AM

    Yay for poop!!

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  7. DanaJanuary 6, 2011 at 12:14 PM

    youo know your a mom when you get excited about poop!

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  8. tara @ the every thingsJanuary 6, 2011 at 12:16 PM

    yay for poop!
    he looks like he is gaining weight!
    & i hope the tylenol worked so his pain went away :(
    i hate when my baby is in pain to, im sure nothing close to elliot but hurts just as much for mommas

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  9. CaroMJanuary 6, 2011 at 12:44 PM

    Hurray for Elliot!!!. Hopefully his little system is starting to regulate itself and he will be progressing a lot faster!!

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  10. VeronicaJanuary 6, 2011 at 12:57 PM

    yay! so glad he was awake and happy for you guys.. he's so adorable!

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  11. Shawntae @ alittlekingandiJanuary 6, 2011 at 1:01 PM

    I bet you've never been so happy to see poop!!

    Yay Elliot!! Oh man I just want to cuddle hims. He's soooo sooo cute!!!!!!!

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  12. MelanieJanuary 6, 2011 at 1:32 PM

    Yay poop! I check in everyday to see how you guys are doing. Continuing to pray for handsome little Elliot. <3

    Love, Melanie
    pruittlife.tumblr.com

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  13. ElleJanuary 6, 2011 at 2:12 PM

    Give me a P! Give me an O! Give me an O! Give me a P! What does that spell? Poop! Yay, Elliot. Keep it coming!
    Love,
    your poop cheerleader ;) (Never thought I would say that, lol)

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  14. jenni from the blogJanuary 6, 2011 at 2:38 PM

    Aww, I just love that little note with stickers! Way to go big guy! :)

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  15. NicoleJanuary 6, 2011 at 3:18 PM

    Way to go Elliot!!

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  16. Malanda @ Outnumbered by Little Boys! January 6, 2011 at 7:45 PM

    omgosh yay!!! This is awesome news!! Way to go Elliot :))

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  17. SabinaJanuary 6, 2011 at 8:00 PM

    oh my dear this has made my day! Yay for poop and seriously the sign is stinkin' adorable!!

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