Ahhhh, we're home and getting settled in. We were discharged on Sunday then home to Royal on Monday. Only 10 days post surgery...17 days from her birth, we're HOME! Our house was disinfected and thoroughly cleaned as well as our yard well-manicured. THANKS to our dear family and friends for all of your hard work...it was such a bonus to coming home! I LOVE having things clean and tidy, so thank you so very much!What a treat! Maddie is simply amazing. She's doing well, we're learning about our little addition as well as getting into a new rhythm around here. "House arrest" is what we're up to now. Staying isolated and avoiding "sick" exposure for Miss Maddie is very critical. A simple cold or flu could send her to the ICU and be life threatening. Her heart is still overworking until her next surgeries, so we want nothing to compromise her health. A new baby is always a little challenging but a heart baby is even more. We stay to a very strict schedule for her feeds (which take up some time), meds and rest. In my "spare" time, I've been trying to get caught up on my sleep, since running on adrenaline has stopped. Exhaustion is setting in and there is not enough hours in the day I'm finding out.
Our boys just adore her. Everything is so new to them, I hope this excitement stays...it's so fun to watch. Watching their faces smile and giggle at her brings such joy to our home. Life is so good! Holding her has become quite the "competition" between them. Let's just say we've invested in tons of Purell too...I'm a little germ-phobic now. BTW, this is a picture of Maddie with her awesome Cardiologist, Dr. Meg Vernon. We just love her and know that Maddie is in the best of hands. We'll be seeing her lots in our future!
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Congratulations---if the boys need to have a break from house arrest (or if you need some girl time)they can come get themselves tired out at our house. Just please give me a call, we would love to help. I know my kids tire me out, might be worth a try!! p.s. if the boys do come does the cleaning, landscaping crew come with them?!!
What an exciting week for you guys. I love the pictures of the boys with Maddie...they are just beaming with pride! I'm sure that will continue. Get caught up on your rest and please let us know if you need anything. I'm always happy to drop off some meals or whatever. I could just leave them on your porch for you...that brings new meaning to "dine and dash." :)
Kelly
How exciting, I am so happy for you and your family! You know Avery would be so excited to have Jace over anytime!
Welcome home! I'll invite the boys over too, since my sisters did. Just put 'em on a plane and I'll make sure to pick them up at the airport:)
Congratulations- what a relief to have that part behind you now. Maybe I should invest in "Purell" stock, sounds like a winner! Take care, Louise
Hi Allred Family. Oh the comforts of home and the sounds of little giggles and voices. Maddie is so lucky to have such wonderful brothers and a fantastic mom and dad. And of course all her other relatives! Great pictures! We are thinking of you and glad to hear you are home. I know you will enjoy this nesting (house arrest) time with your little ones. It's nice to HAVE to stay home. Good luck with everything and know we are here for playdates, dinners, whatever is needed. I am going to town (ML) on Monday if you need some groceries or anything else. Love always, Michelle Dan Ty & Colin
Katie~
We are so excited for you to be home. You have the sweetest little family. It's such a blessing when a new addition is well accepted by her siblings right away:) Good to hear you're getting a routine down so you can get some well needed rest. Like the rest of Royal we would be happy to bring a meal and just drop it off so you have one less thing to think of right now!! Enjoy your sweet angel and all the new memories you are making! Hope to see you soon.
Love, Krista
great to hear how well you are all adjusting to the new baby and new way of life for awhile!! hope you can get some rest here and there. we are all still thinking of you all our prayers still your way with much love jacquie and scott
Welcome home. Your home slightly resembles mine with two blonde boys who LOVE their little sister. (Sometimes a little too much). I guarantee she will be one tough girl!
Allreds,
Great Pictures!! :))
Glad to know all is going well. I cant EVEN imagine how nice it is to be at home finaly.
We are thinking of you and hope to see you when things calm down and Mattie can see some visitors. Until then....we all love seeing pictures!
Love,
The Krebs Family
Happy 30th-what a fabulous birthday present to be at home with your wonderful family!You look so great-you always GLOW! I'm jealous!!! Take care and enjoy this special time ALONE with your darling kids!! Love, Sheila
Hey guys... Maddie looks pretty cozy in her bed asleep. Last night was the first night on the floor for Teagan and I. Katie I think you've got me beat by one hour of sleep. I think I might have gotten 2. We're praying for both of them, take care. Trent
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