Babies certainly change in terms of their appearance. Cayden is no exception...
Here’s what I mean:
Day 1 (21 Feb 2007)
Wednesday, February 28, 2007
Cayden has Relocated!
After staying in the hospital for an extra day Cayden made good progress. His jaundice condition improved and was allowed to return home. WOO HOO!
This young chap certainly appreciates the finer things in life. He managed to get me packing his room and decorating his cot which I rarely do it at home! Furthur he returned with a big bang! He rode in a Porsche from hospital.
Thanks to Billy’s friend (Mr. Porsche) who has kindly agreed to chauffeur Billy to and fro the hospital in his ride.
*Cayden bows deeply to Uncle Porsche*
Here’s how Cayden blends into his baby cot… seemingly contented and happy with an Ang Pow next to him.
*Cayden bows deeply to Uncle Porsche*
Here’s how Cayden blends into his baby cot… seemingly contented and happy with an Ang Pow next to him.
*Sweet Dreams*
Monday, February 26, 2007
Preparing for Cayden’s Relocation to Upper Serangoon
Initially after applying the cast, Cayden could be discharged from the hospital. Unfortuantely, he was unable to return home with Mummy on Sunday. His jaundice index went above 10 and the Doctor recommended that he remain in the nursery for another one day or two until the index falls to 10 or below. It was another day without seeing Cayden....
We proceeded home from TMC and started cleaning up the apartment since no one returned since last Wednesday. I had a good worked out! Sam Bao had great time snacking and watching TV.
Here are some pictures on Cayden’s room and bed. He ought to know that his Aunty (me) packed his wardrobe. ;-)
We proceeded home from TMC and started cleaning up the apartment since no one returned since last Wednesday. I had a good worked out! Sam Bao had great time snacking and watching TV.
Here are some pictures on Cayden’s room and bed. He ought to know that his Aunty (me) packed his wardrobe. ;-)
Surprises.. Unfortunately Unpleasant Ones
Last Friday, my Gor Gor Sam knew how badly I wanted to see Cayden and suggested that we could pop by Thomson Medical Center to visit Er (aka IN) and Cayden before meeting his relatives for dinner (Sweet Surprise).
When I arrived, I didn't see Cayden and started questioning in super high pitch tone. Er told me Cayden has been moved to a level above her ward and needed to be in ICU! He fractured his thigh bone (Surprise # 1). How did that fracture developed? Thoughts about nurses abusing Cayden started running through my mind.
My heart sank... but I decided to try my luck by check out the ICU. While I was walking towards the lift, I saw three gentlemen walking in my direction. Before I could reach out to the lift buttons, I saw them heading into Er's ward. I hurried back the room only to find that they are Gynae and Bone Specialists. Why are they here...??? (Surprise # 2)
What surprises me is the level of emotional intelligence exercised while the Doctors tried to explain Cayden's condition. Terminologies used by the doctors including "other normal babies" and “this is the first case in my entire career" added stress to the new parents (Surprise # 3). Such insensitive (and perhaps unconscious) comments didn't help when they tried to convince us that we shouldn't worry too much because babies have wonderful bone remodelling ability. Er started crying while the doctors continued to speak.
When I arrived, I didn't see Cayden and started questioning in super high pitch tone. Er told me Cayden has been moved to a level above her ward and needed to be in ICU! He fractured his thigh bone (Surprise # 1). How did that fracture developed? Thoughts about nurses abusing Cayden started running through my mind.
My heart sank... but I decided to try my luck by check out the ICU. While I was walking towards the lift, I saw three gentlemen walking in my direction. Before I could reach out to the lift buttons, I saw them heading into Er's ward. I hurried back the room only to find that they are Gynae and Bone Specialists. Why are they here...??? (Surprise # 2)
What surprises me is the level of emotional intelligence exercised while the Doctors tried to explain Cayden's condition. Terminologies used by the doctors including "other normal babies" and “this is the first case in my entire career" added stress to the new parents (Surprise # 3). Such insensitive (and perhaps unconscious) comments didn't help when they tried to convince us that we shouldn't worry too much because babies have wonderful bone remodelling ability. Er started crying while the doctors continued to speak.
Mum and Father appeared really calm... they consoled Er and kept repeating the positive things the doctors said. Woo Hoo!
The doctors suggested to apply cast on Cayden's thighs and for this unexpected condition, Cayden had to be hospitalised for a couple of days for observation. Before his cast is applied, he has to remain in ICU. BILLY was given the opportunity to see Cayden the last time for that day. I followed. Er's Gynae encouraged her to cry out and stayed with her instead.
The nurses in the ICU ward were staring at me... I couldn't comprehend why. Anyways, I saw Cayden naked for the first time (kekekeke) and saw the injury on him. His right thigh was obviously bigger than the left. I said hi and he grabbed my index finger. :) When i said bye to Cayden, he made some noise (seems like he didn't want me to go). Before I stepped out of the ICU, a nurse on duty suddenly asked "Are you the parent of baby? If not you are not supposed to be here. Pls note that I am giving you exception for the first time. Next time you cannot come here.".
The doctors suggested to apply cast on Cayden's thighs and for this unexpected condition, Cayden had to be hospitalised for a couple of days for observation. Before his cast is applied, he has to remain in ICU. BILLY was given the opportunity to see Cayden the last time for that day. I followed. Er's Gynae encouraged her to cry out and stayed with her instead.
The nurses in the ICU ward were staring at me... I couldn't comprehend why. Anyways, I saw Cayden naked for the first time (kekekeke) and saw the injury on him. His right thigh was obviously bigger than the left. I said hi and he grabbed my index finger. :) When i said bye to Cayden, he made some noise (seems like he didn't want me to go). Before I stepped out of the ICU, a nurse on duty suddenly asked "Are you the parent of baby? If not you are not supposed to be here. Pls note that I am giving you exception for the first time. Next time you cannot come here.".
I wished someone could enlighten me - Who wants to keep returning to ICU for visiting? (Surprise # 4)
Saturday, February 24, 2007
Arrival of Connoisseur Cayden Koh
This blog has been created for the purpose of recording the arrival of the latest addition to my family - Cayden Koh. Here's wishing all a Happy Chinese New Year!
Cayden symbolises the matrimony union between my second sister IN and BIL (Brother-In-Law). BIL is also affectionately known as BILLY. 
I am Cayden's maternal Aunty! Fortunately Cayden is not a big bruiser (49 cm, 2.86 kg)!
The original intention was to receive him on a planned date but mother nature decided otherwise. Cayden arrived on 21 February 2007 at 5 pm and arrived like a big boss - CROSS-LEGGED! This golden piglet certainly made his presence felt among the doctors and nurses.
There were mixed feelings within the family. My folks couldn't stop grinning while my oldest and youngest sisters had to accept the fact that it means home cooked meals would be a sarcity at home from now... For me, I was rather disappointed (initially) to hear a baby boy arriving because I have always hoped for a niece. Dolling up a girl and playing with "mak-sak" seems so better than playing with aeroplanes and dismantling things. After seeing Cayden, I guess the gender doesn't really matter anymore. :)
There were mixed feelings within the family. My folks couldn't stop grinning while my oldest and youngest sisters had to accept the fact that it means home cooked meals would be a sarcity at home from now... For me, I was rather disappointed (initially) to hear a baby boy arriving because I have always hoped for a niece. Dolling up a girl and playing with "mak-sak" seems so better than playing with aeroplanes and dismantling things. After seeing Cayden, I guess the gender doesn't really matter anymore. :)
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