The start of this day felt like any parent's worst nightmare.
I can't even explain the overwhelming sense of fear, anxiety, & sadness we were experiencing. I felt like I could not breathe. I woke up at 3am because I could not sleep. The drive to the hospital was terrible. We could not help but question our decision to have the surgery even though we knew we had no other choice. I know this is horrible to think... but it crossed both of our minds if this would be the last time we saw our little boy alive.
We knew Dr. Muhonen was the best, but as a parent to put your child in someone else's hands is the worst feeling in the world.
We obviously went through with the surgery & I don't think there will ever be a more difficult wait in our lives. The time from when we said good-bye until we heard from the doctor was a nightmare.
The MRI started at about 7 & this was the last time we saw Dominic until he was in recovery. The last moment with him was so hard, as Jason had to hold him down in the MRI room until the anesthesiologist placed the gas mask over his face to put him to sleep. I could hear him screaming my name & I felt helpless. Worst moment in motherhood imaginable.
The surgery started around 8:30 & it was at this time that we joined everyone in the cafeteria. The support was great from everyone, but we were worried sick.
At around 10:45 am, Dr. Muhonen came out & told us the BEST news ever! Dominic was doing well & in recovery. The cyst was gone & he was doing great! It was the best feeling in the world...
We finally got to see him around 11:15 in recovery where he was fast asleep. Then around 12:30 he was transferred to ICU at CHOC.
Dominic in ICU
His poor incision
This was taken later that day
Deuce the dog that came to visit Dominic
Happy & back to playing video games the next day after surgery
Dominic already walking in the ICU on DAY 2!
The music guy came to visit Dominic. Too bad this was his most irritable day & he kept telling the guy to stop singing...Bless his heart!
Eating his final breakfast before discharge on the 30
th
Cruising around the ICU in style
The FINAL day!
Dr.
Muhonen... A Miracle Man & Blessing to so many kids.
I cannot express the gratitude we feel for this man. I understand why people say this man walks on water. He is a legend at CHOC.
This poor doctor definitely had his work cut out with this emotional challenging Mommy, but boy did he get the biggest hug & Thank You from me after the surgery & several times after that!
Every time I see this man I just want to cry & hug him.
We LOVE Dr. Muhonen.
You better believe that if this baby I am carrying is a boy he will have Dr. Michael Muhonen somewhere in his name:)
So happy to be together again!
I love how we tried to get a mommy & daddy pic & look who snuck in!
