Blink of an Eye: Nebulizer Treatments

Saturday, July 18, 2009

Nebulizer Treatments

Because of Noah's asthma, he requires two nebulizer treatments every day. The nebulizer takes a liquid medication and turns it into a mist that Noah then inhales directly into his lungs. You would think that with all the uncomfortable, annoying and painful procedures that Mr. Man has to endure, this would be a piece of cake, but OH NO! Noah HATES his nebulizer treatments. They usually only take five - ten minutes and all he has to do is breathe. For some reason, however, Noah cannot stand them. He usually cries the entire time and works up a sweat kicking his feet and flailing his arms. Poor guy!

Here is Daddy giving Mr. Man his treatment. Daddy is trying to distract him with a rattle and soothe him with loving words. But, alas, nothing seems to work.

7 comments:

AmyJuly 18, 2009 at 3:42 PM
Isn't it funny the things we think the would not mind sometimes are things that bother them the most?! Kids keep you guessing!
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DebbieJuly 18, 2009 at 4:11 PM
I remember when Avery was a toddler and suffered with seasonal asthma. During the winter months, he required two inhaler treatments each day. Oh my goodness, it was SO hard to give them to him because it was definately the worst thing EVER for him. And, like Noah, all he had to do was breathe. In the beginning, we would both be in tears. But, thankfully, he gradually adjusted to the routine. Ironically, when he didn't need them anymore, he was quite upset that "Puff, puff" was no more. What can you do? Love to all!
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Vanessa SmithJuly 18, 2009 at 5:45 PM
Bless his sweet little heart! Sometimes it's the seemingly small things that bug me the most too.
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AnonymousJuly 19, 2009 at 12:47 AM
Poor Noah and both of you! When I worked Peds Cardiac Intensive Care, we gave our own treatments to the little ones before we did the intra-trachial suctioning and THEY TOO hated that. Adults are just as bad though. I remember Dad had those treatments after his stroke and he HATED them with a passion.

Hang in there little Noah, this too will pass as GReat Aunt Marion use to say. They are helping you grow and get big and strong. You are getting to be such a "BIG" boy now. Love and hugs to all from Cousin Sue in AZ
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RyanLyndseySmithJuly 20, 2009 at 1:09 PM
Hi Rebecca! It is great to see that you and your family are doing so well! Our little man is 2 weeks old now and I find so much encouragement in your blog! We send our love and prayers always, Lyndsey.
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BeckyJuly 22, 2009 at 11:53 AM
Poor Noah! Not fair, huh?! Just try to think of pleasant things like hugs from Mommy and Daddy! Maybe they'll let you stomp on the neub when you are finally through with it once and for all! :)
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The Story

Our son, Noah Stone Jackson, was born with a very rare genetic disorder called Fraser syndrome. Among his many challenges are one “hidden eye”, a narrow trachea (which required him to have a tracheotomy), an imperforate anus (which required a colostomy), difficulty swallowing (which required a G-Tube for feedings), the fusing of his vocal chords (which means he may never speak), and club feet (which are being corrected with braces). Our family is on an amazing journey together. We are learning to walk along this path that God has planned for us, trusting in His infinite love and wisdom. We are taking each day (or each moment) as it comes and relying on each other, our friends and family, and our God for strength. We have a long road ahead of us filled with several more surgeries, lots of recovery, countless hours of therapy, and many trips to specialists around the state. Every day brings us challenges but they pale in comparison to the smiles and cuddles from our little man. Noah is our son, a true gift from God, and we cannot wait to see where this adventure leads.