Wednesday, June 13, 2007

Hip Surgery Day 6 - Home Day 1

6-13-07 Wednesday

Last night, right after we posted, the doc stopped by and let us know that we were on the way home. YAY! We were offered the chance to go home last night, but after 9 pm we didn't think that was such a good idea... We let the doctor put the first sticker on Miles' cast and he found the one that said "doctor." Imagine that!

This morning, after IV removal, discharge paperwork, etc. we were on the way home! My mom arrived at 9 am just in time for discharge. After strapping Miles into the back seat, we were at the house by 9:30 and Miles was exhausted by all the moving around. We spent the rest of the day changing his position every two hours. He would be awake some of the time, but spent most of the day napping. We do think he is happy being home.

You can see the pictures below for some of the positions we tried. We are finding that it takes two of us to move him comfortably. More amusing positions are sure to follow.

Annie

Miles' first sticker from his doctor. Note how it says "doctor."

Strapped into his "carseat." All the belts keep him secure, really.

In trying out different positions, we attempted vertical via bungees. Think Cirque de Soleil! He can't bear weight on his feet, so we may have to use smaller bungees.

Hanging out on the couch. Yes, this is a doctor approved position!

Finally getting to see his train.

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