Two nights ago, Finn had a really rough time going to bed because he was coughing so much. I always get a little nervous when a sickness interrupts sleep, so I called my dad to ask his advice. It's great to have a respiratory therapist in the family. :) Last night, my parents came by with a breathing machine to give Finn a treatment before bed.
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Papa let Finn listen with the stethoscope.
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Checking out the machine before the treatment began.
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First try...
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Kinda funny...
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...but it tastes different.
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Mama showing Finn how to take deep breaths.
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We got him to take several deep breaths with a little incentive
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fruit snacks work well) :)
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Visiting with Memaw & Papa. Finn's making a funny face, but he really seemed to be feeling better after his treatment. His cough sounded better & he had a much more peaceful night of sleep. Kenton & I slept much more soundly, too! :)
I'm good to know the right people. :)
ReplyDeletePoor guy. I hope that he starts sleeping and feeling better :-(
ReplyDeletePoor little guy! I know exactly how you guys feel, we had to give Charis breathing treatments a couple of nights ago. I hope it keeps getting better.
ReplyDeleteIs Finn better now? I'm sorry we're not there during his bad cold! ---Mummi
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