Yesterday I reported I was feeling good, my fever was gone, and I didn't need antibiotics. Well that all changed around 9:30pm. After Rich encouraging me to take antibiotics and me resisting I finally had to give in when my fever returned. It started at 102.5, but throughout the night it dropped to 99.
That was the only good part of the night. Unfortunately, a side effect to the antibiotic is insomnia. I basically never feel asleep. My mind raced, I felt anxious, and I was hypersensitive to every sound. It was maddening and I really felt like I was going crazy.
Ava also didn't sleep through the night. I got up with her at least 4 times. One time I changed a wet diaper and another I changed a poopy diaper. She finally stayed asleep around 4am after watching a concert on BYU TV by the Chinese Galaxy Children's Choir (they are good and relaxing).
I did managed to fall asleep for a couple hours around 5am. However I felt TERRIBLE the rest of the day. I was grateful my mom drove up to take care of Ava and me. I don't think I could of survived the day with an energetic and healthy 17 month old. My mom not only took care of Ava but also made me a cake because I really wanted one. I am one lucky lady!!
P.S.- I have to apologize to my loving, kind, and medically educated husband. He knew I should be on antibiotics and suggested it several times but I was silly and did not listen to him. I hope I have learned my lesson and will allow him to do his job next time. He really is a smart guy!!
3 comments:
You have a wonderful Mom.
Thank Mama Kurz for taking good care of Lisa. We love you both!
Yikes! I hope you get feeling better. I am jealous that you are close to family and can have a break when you need it. I look forward to being closer to family. It is the hardest part about living in Boston.
That sounds awful. I'm so sorry. Hurray for grandmas that can come and let you rest.
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