Katie was a trooper and came out of anesthesia much easier this time. I think she was used to the cast, so she wasn't as scared or freaked out about her inability to move. I also knew how to hold her, and was able to nurse her comfortably--something we couldn't do last time. ALSO, we were actually at CHOC this time, and not just the Outpatient Pavillion, and so I felt we were given MUCH better care. The nurses seemed to know more about what they were doing, were more sensitive to Katie, more sensitive to me, and just better overall.
I hate this cast, I really do. But, Katie is becoming mobile in it--she even rolled over while playing on the carpet the other day! I was shocked to find her on her back, and she seemed shocked, too! Katie moves herself around, rotating like a little turtle in a shell. She's the sweetest baby, and makes my heart melt.
I can't wait for July 12th so I can give her a big warm bath, kiss her fat juicy thighs, and feel nothing but squishy baby skin when I hold her.
