October was a another very mixed month for me. We ended up back in hospital with Finley, was so close to him having his op done then got sent home. As I write this, Finley should be going in for the op next week, so as you are reading it’s likely he’s already had the op. So scared and worried right now, but hopeful that this will be the end of a very hard period of our lives and that at the end of it we’ll be able to enjoy our little boy even more.
I’ve found it extremely hard to do much at all this month, Finley’s heart condition seems to just fill up so much of my head and heart and at times I’ve felt extremely down and depressed with life in general. Just me being honest again, life isn’t all perfect, but there has also been some lovely times with my gorgeous little boy and of course my fab husband who does an amazing job of cheering me up and keeping me positive!
Here on the blog I shared recipes for:
- Almond Coconut Cacao Cookies
- Rebel Kitchen Recipes for Chai Spiced Porridge, Triple Super Green Smoothie and Chocolate Chunk Cake Bars
- Healing Chicken Noodle Soup
My fave posts this month include:
- Healthy eating cheats for the time challenged
- My breastfeeding experience
- Happy Health Chat Podcast Episode #1
- Happy Health Chat Podcast Episode #2
November
It’s extremely hard for me to write anything about November as I have no idea what to expect. At this point I feel I can say that Finley’s op will have happened (or will be happening very soon) so how November goes all depends on his recovery which can be anywhere from a week to a month. All I can say right now is that whatever happens I know I’ll just need to keep calm and carry on. If we are stuck in hospital then I’ll have to adjust and make the most of the situation and do what I can to keep myself physically and mentally well.
When we get out things will be just amazing and I’ll certainly be making the most of the happiness of that! As long as Finley is well and has no lingering issues it will be the happiest day of my life when we get discharged that’s for sure! In some ways it will feel like the day we got discharged from the maternity ward a week after he was born, like a brand new start and I just can’t wait to be able to enjoy being a mama without constant worry.
Other than that, I need to get planning for Christmas and generally start and get myself pulled together physically and mentally after what will have been a period of intense stress.
Edited to add – Finley has had his op and is doing wonderfully! He had his surgery on Monday afternoon taking 5 hours then spent 36 hours in the ICU and now we are back down on the ward!
How was October for you? Do you have any aims, goals or pledges for November?
Excellent news Laura!
Thanks Karina!
The almond cookies sound amazing Laura!
I’m so glad Finley is fine. He’s definitely a tough little boy. Wishing him a speedy recovery xx
Thanks Nadia!
So glad to hear the op went well and you’re back on the ward Laura, I’ve been thinking about you and Finley a lot recently (have covered a few stories at work of babies undergoing heart ops). It must be a huge relief to know that it is over and the stress of when it will happen/how will it go etc is lifted.
Best of luck to you all for his recovery, hope you’re able to take him home soon!
That must have been interesting and heart breaking covering those stories, it has certainly been massive relief to have it all over and a healthy baby boy home :-)
Awww! I am so pleased that Finley’s op was a success!! Wishing your family a wonderful, happy and healthy November filled with physical, emotional and spiritual healing!!
Thanks so much Melissa!
Thanks to all your recent recipes I’m going out to buy myself some coconut sugar. I see you use it so often and it looks so good!
Glad to hear F’s op went well. You’ll all be home before you know it. x
Interested to see what you make of the coconut sugar! I bought a load off amazon so will definitely be appearing in more recipes to come :-)
What a huge relief for you guys! Glad the op went well. What a little soldier he is :-)
Oh my lawwwd, I can’t think about Christmas yet. I just can’t…. well I can think about Christmas food though, hello mince pies and Christmas cake! Never too early for that ;-)
Oh I can not wait for mince meat porridge! Always good to think about Christmas Food :-)
I’ve just listened to the happy healthy chat podcasts and I loved them, congrats to you and Kezia. Very informative and interesting. Thanks Laura!!!
Thanks Rachael, so glad you enjoyed it!
Glad Finley had his op and is now recovering- what a relief for you both too.
This week has been half term so it has been great chilling out a bit- I made Christmas cakes on Monday but I have not thought anything more about it yet!
Don’t tell me i missed stir it up Sunday!?
I’m not sure when the official day is- I just do them in half term as I have the time for it then :)
So glad to hear you Finley is doing well. You are doing very well yourself I’m not surprised you have been on an emotional roller coaster. I hope all continues to go well, I will be thinking of you x
Thanks so much Caroline! x
So glad to hear the FInley is doing well – it must be such a huge relief that it’s over! x
Thanks Lily, it really is!
So glad he is doing well, wishing him a speedy recovery.
Yay so good its gone well:) Good plan for november – my plan accept my limits and embrace mystery, as well as some trips to see girlfriends!!!
ooh love the sound of embracing mystery!
I am so pleased everything went well with the op Laura. Sending lots of love and hugs across the globe. Remember “this too shall pass”. This is a hard time in your life right now and you are handling it all very well xx
So glad to hear he did fabulously with the surgery! Hope recovery goes well and you can start looking forward to a stress less holiday period xx
Thanks Bron, can’t wait till Christmas now!
Yay I’m so glad your little soldiers op went to plan and you can now enjoy the highs and forget about the lows! October has been up and diwn for me to, I am hoping for a good couple if months ahead to end the year on a high…hopefully! X
Well both of us the same there! Hope you have a great Nov + Dec!