We checked out of the hospital yesterday afternoon and all is going relatively well. It has been VERY nice to sleep in a real bed and to be out of the hospital environment.
We are still trying to figure out Molly's pain medication dosing, but she is doing phenomenally well. We have snagged her splints a few times on her car seat and stroller straps, which has been upsetting for Jim and I and painful for Molly. We are working on getting better at getting her in and out of things to minimize this problem, but it is so upsetting when we are trying our best and cause her pain.
She is down to 1-2 doses of pain medication (mostly Motrin) at this point, which is remarkable for so soon after such a big surgery.
She is more and more interested in communicating and is using new signs and accurately answering questions with yes and no. She has had a few complete meltdowns, which is new and is very upsetting because we are not sure if it is just normal baby frustration or if she is in pain. PLEASE start talking soon!
We are heading home tomorrow and are SO excited to be back in our own place. I have been doing dishes in the hotel sink and I am looking forward to the comforts of home. Keep your fingers crossed that we make it home without incident.
We have been even more anxious than usual with Molly in her even more fragile state. Her feet stick out beyond her stroller and we are constantly on the defensive as people go about their day and get too close for comfort to Molly and her healing legs.
We will be sure and get more pictures and video up once we get home and settle in.
Thank you to everyone for keeping in touch and wishing Molly well.
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