Quincy is telling her doctors that she is OVER the hospital. They removed the drainage tube this morning without any complications. She is eating, sleeping, AND SMILING!! She still has one IV in her tootsie, but it's a "just in case" type thing at this point.
She will be released SOON...everyone is hoping for tomorrow (Monday September 22nd:)) They told the Bauders to anticipate a 5-7 day stay. Q did great and is hoping she landed herself an early release on the first day possible!!
In an attempt to prevent explaining why one eye still appears a little higher/bulge a bit, I'm going to attempt to explain the overcorrection. Since Quincy's plate on the top left side of her skull was fused together, it caused depression on the left side of her sweet little face. This was most noticeable in her eyes since one side seemed to bulge out a little bit. When the plastic surgeons were operating, they purposely over corrected in anticipation of the ONCE DEPRESSED (YAY FOR ROOM IN HER SKULL TO LEARN AND GROW) side not growing at the same rate as the non-effected side. In Quincy's case, the left side was depressed and the right side will continue to grow normally.
Now, it is almost MORE noticeable than it was before the surgery. This is done purposely to allow for things to even out naturally as Quincy continues to grow. But, her forehead and eyebrow line looks GREAT!!! The rest if her will catch up:)
Although, I understand Chelle's concern and desire for others to understand, I'm positive that all of you that have been following will agree with me: QUINCY IS BEAUTIFUL. Both before and after the surgery she is just perfect!!
In the arms of her Daddy:
She is more beautiful than words can express.
The Bauders are still HOPING to be released tomorrow, but the doctors will make their decision during rounds tomorrow morning. Even if they have to stay another day, they are OVER THE MOON that the surgery is over. OVER THE MOON that they are able to hold their sweet baby girl again. They are over the moon to see the other three daughters that have been missing their Mommy, Daddy and baby sister this week.
I know they are over the moon full of gratitude for the prayers, meals to come, surprises to be delivered. I know that this has been a rollercoaster of a week for ALL of the Bauders and Andrew family members. When they do come home, please be respectful of their wishes. Text/Call if you want to visit and if they say, "not yet" or "can you wait?", don't be offended. They have a lot on their plate right now!! They know everyone wants to hug and squeeze them ASAP and they can't wait to feel the love we've all been sending!!
Praying for continued sunshine and smiles!
Extra prayers tonight and Monday for Erica (Jacobs) Guess. She has a big appointment at the James Center. MRI to make sure her brain isn't growing;) Met her sweet momma this weekend and they all need to feel some of the love too!! Appointments are so stressful and anxiety filled. Pray, pray, pray!!
All my love,
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