Russell is home
4 November 2020
Russell is finally home with us. My husband and I are very happy! We are very grateful to the doctors, nurses and friends who supported us during Russell's stay in neonatal unit.
Russell is now weighing 3.12kg. He has reflux though. He always spits, grunts, strains, arches his back and sometimes cry during and after feeds. He gets very uncomfortable that he doesn't want to lie in bed on his back to sleep. Ray and I try to put him on his bed when he is not very fussy but most of the time, we hold him upright and give him cuddles to make sure he gets enough good sleep. He is also a little bit jaundice. We take him outside for some sunshine when the weather is nice and sunny. I am very concerned as I have read that these are symptoms for more serious health conditions. But the doctors and nurses said these issues are expected from a premature baby like him. As long as he is gaining weight, there is nothing to worry about.
On the other hand, we have already started paying installment to settle our 48k bill in Wellington Regional Hospital. Anytime soon, Gisborne Hospital will also send their invoice for Russell's 26-day stay in the neonatal unit.
We have been exploring many ways to fund our medical cost and this page by far is the most fruitful. So we thank all of those who have donated and who keep sharing our page to help us financially. We know that you will be blessed for your kind hearts.
