Saturday, June 27, 2009

Headed Home Again :)

Madison's surgery went very well. She's such a sturdy little girl, I'm not surprised she's handled it so great. She did swell up a lot after the surgery, which I wasn't prepared for, and the neurosurgeon said was more than typical, maybe a reaction of some sort. But once she was off IV fluids and able to be up a moving around a bit, the swelling went down quickly. She went from her eyes being swollen shut yesterday morning, to almost normal by mid-afternoon. She looks perfect this morning and is her usual cooing and smiling self.

The shunt is not too visible, which makes me happy. I'll get some pictures up later. A small bump on the top of her head where the reservoir is, but the valve is so small you can barely feel it under the skin. Once her hair grows in, you won't notice it at all.

We are going home this morning as soon as the paper work comes through. Thank you all for your prayers.

4 comments:

  1. The Lord just keeps showing Himself mighty of Madison's behalf. It blesses me to hear it.

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  2. Glad to hear things went well.
    Aunt Ginny

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  3. Glad to hear that your little girl's shunt surgery went well. the Lord is showing His strength. Hayden had surgery too. These little ones are amazing!

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  4. I am glad to hear that all went well. I am so glad that you are keeping your spirits up. I miss you loads!

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Madison Walking 22 1//2 months old! Happy Thanksgiving!!

Madison and Mommy

Madison right before her surgery on August 25th 2009

Madison almost 6 months