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Time for me...

Calebs.Mommy - 02:08am Jul 27, 2012 EST

How do I not help but feel guilty for leaving for the weekend to San Diego with my family for 3 days?
I talked to the nurses and case worker and doctor, telling them what was going on. That I wanted to go with my family but I don't want to leave Caleb. They all assured me that everything is going to be okay that I should go and enjoy myself and my family, I need this to help take care of myself. How can I do that when my son is in the hospital?
  • he is progressing so well he is at 2lbs and 6oz now and his pick line came out today he is eating at 25mL also.



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    tucker'smom - Jul 27, 2012 3:40 pm (#2 Total: 3)  

    Mom to Tucker (27 weeker, 05/26/06)  

    Hi Caleb's mommy,

    I have to agree with Laura. It is OK to take some time away from the NICU, as hard as it is to leave Caleb for a few days.

    I hope that the break helps you to rest, and come back to hold and love on Caleb extra next week.

    Leigh

    liz loschinskey - Jul 28, 2012 10:56 pm (#3 Total: 3)  

    I love my kids!  

    Ladies,
    You are very brave.

    I didn't do anything except go to the hospital. I was overwhelmed with guilt, scared my child was going to die.....again. I did everything possible (which was me sitting there staring into space, really doing nothing at all).

    Long story, short....I should have taken time for myself.

    The first time I ever left Tori for more than 24a hours was at the SU last year. She was 25the months old. I was slightly paranoid.

    Love and light, Liz



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