When babies are born in Thailand (all babies) they are
quickly placed in an incubator and whisked away to a nursery area. The parents get a minute or two with the
child while in the incubator and then only through a couple of panes of glass
for the first day. I got to see Gus
through the glass, but sadly wasn’t able to hold him or touch him.
Day two of life, babies are able to be held and fed (only
twice) by their parents. These
restrictions are to help prevent germs and disease from getting to the
babies. So I dutifully went to the
hospital yesterday to do my two feedings.
11:00 and 2:00. That is all you
get! About 30 minutes each. Today was
the same: two feedings (11:00 and 2:00).
I appreciate the care for my son. I appreciate the concern for his health. I understand the lack of immune system he
currently has. I acknowledge the
hospitals know what they are doing. But
today, I just want to hold him. All day
long.
(Written nov 28)
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