Ear Tubes

Thompson had ear tubes put in on Friday morning. The surgery was at 8:15 but we had to be there at 6:45. He couldn’t eat or drink before so we had to distract him while we were waiting. Daddy went back when they put him to sleep. William said it was the longest 15 seconds of his life. They place a mask over Thompson to put him to sleep. He was screaming and then went still at that point William left. It took approximately 5 minutes and went back after 10 minutes. Dr. B checked his adenoids also which were fine.

When Thompson woke up from surgery he was very angry. He wanted the IV out of his hand and the blood pressure cuff off his arm. Mommy couldn’t soothe him nor could daddy. He was very upset. The nurse brought him some apple juice (he has never had it because he only drinks milk and water). He eats plenty of fruit so our pediatrician says he doesn’t have to have the extra sugar. Well…he loved apple Juice! He drank an entire three cups full. After surgery we had to get a steroid for his nose and antibiotic drops for his ears. I had many surgery’s growing up and my parents always gave me a special treat after…well Thompson ate his first Chick-Fil-A biscuit as his “special treat”. He did well and hasn’t been too cranky. However naps have been short if at all; I’m hoping long naps will resume this week.

Thank you to Dr. B and the entire staff at Atlanta ENT Pediatrics as well as the surgery center. They did a magnificent job and if anyone needs an ENT we highly recommend them. Thanks be to God who kept our baby safe!