Thursday, May 28, 2009

One sign that David is recovering

This photo looks like it's under-exposed but the fact it's taken in the early hours in the morning. I found Lele rotated into a horizontal position (with the help of his strong kicks nowadays), happy and contented, playing on his own.

Well, perhaps that one sign that David's recovering. :)

David and the RSV

The lab report is out.

The culprit? This thing called the Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV). And if you can't pronounce it? Don't worry, you're not alone, cos we can't either.

Today marks the 7th Day. According to the Pediatrician, it's a 10-day cycle. It peaks at the 5th/6th day and if everything is ok, David should be on his way to recovery.

Thank God.

Thank God for sustaining us. It has been very draining physically and emotionally having to withstand David's incessant cries, repeated vomiting, and coughs. Not to mention he has difficulty breathing due to a blocked nose.

It's hard for the parents to see a baby suffer in this manner.

But I think it's harder for a baby to go through this when he is barely 3 months old.

Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV)

About RSV

Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is a major cause of respiratory illness in young children. RSV causes infection of the lungs and breathing passages. In adults, it may only produce symptoms of a common cold, such as a stuffy or runny nose, sore throat, mild headache, cough, fever, and a general feeling of being ill. But RSV infections can lead to other more serious illnesses in premature babies and kids with diseases that affect the lungs, heart, or immune system.

RSV is highly contagious, and can be spread through droplets containing the virus when a person coughs or sneezes. The virus can also live on surfaces such as countertops or doorknobs, and on hands and clothing. RSV can be easily spread when a person touches an object or surface contaminated with the virus. Infants often get it when older kids carry the virus home from school and pass it to them. Almost all kids are infected with RSV at least once by the time they are 2 years old.

RSV infections often occur in epidemics that last from late fall through early spring. Respiratory illness caused by RSV — such as bronchiolitis or pneumonia — usually lasts about a week, but some cases may last several weeks. Doctors typically diagnose RSV by taking a medical history and doing a physical exam. Generally, in healthy kids, it's not necessary to distinguish RSV from a common cold. But in cases where a child has other health conditions, a doctor might want to make a specific diagnosis. RSV is typically identified in nasal secretions, which can be collected either with a cotton swab or by suction through a bulb syringe.

Source: http://kidshealth.org/parent/infections/bacterial_viral/rsv.html

Monday, May 25, 2009

LeLe is sick =(

Lele developed a cough and runny nose from Saturday night. Vomited milk and phlegm in the middle of the night and is now sleeping through the afternoon to fight the viral monster. Please remember him and keep him in prayer.

Many thanks,
Daddy and Mummy Lim

Saturday, May 23, 2009

@ the BB Enrolment Service on Sat 23 May 2009

Lele was so focused on his left fist... I wonder what he saw in it...?

Ah Long with 2 tods! Chloe and Amos!

Budi with little Charis. Oh, she's such a sweetie pie :)

David with Yeh-Yeh and Nai-Nai :)

Daddy with little David... sucking his right fist. Yummy!

Friday, May 15, 2009

Little David is 2.5 months' old!



See how much I've grown...and my hair's coming out too! :)

What to eat for lunch?

One of mummy's bright ideas for visual stimulation....Haha =D

Saturday, May 9, 2009

A Day in Church


What great fellowship with fellow brothers and sisters in Christ! Thank God for His Blessings!


Cherry's first Mother's Day Gift from ARPC - a handmade cookie! What a nice gesture. Yumz :)

David with Charis at the Creche before service started. Look how they've grown! Praise the Lord! :)

David's New Stroller!

Ten reasons why we like the new Combi Miracle Turn:

1. It is light-weight. Weighs only 4.2 kg. Easy for Cherry to carry.
2. Easy to handle (open/close).
3. Stand on its own when folded. Compact and saves space.
4. 360 degree rotating wheels (for an easy drive).
5. Adjustable handle. Allows us to see David while wheeling.
6. Adjustable seating to horizontal position. Suitable for infants.
7. Has an all-rounded hood with a mesh top. David can sleep in without having the sight stimulus.
8. Detachable and washable seat (for hygiene sake)!
9. 'Egg Shell' neck support for David's little head.
10. Bright and cheerful orange colour for a great day out!

Friday, May 1, 2009

Family Outing at Botanic Gardens




It's May Day! We thought it would be fun to bring LeLe out on a family trip to the Botanic Gardens. But guess what, he fell asleep half way through the walk. =P

Well, it's alright, we'll try again next time. :)