He woke up and had his breathing tube removed around 5 this morning. He's doing okay, a few minor issues with his BP, potassium levels and lack of urinary output, but nothing of major concern.
He is, however, immensely annoyed at not being able to have a breastfeed (he still has too many lines and wires attached). He had a dummy (first time ever) and some EBM orally just after 8 am but has been very, very vocal about it not being the same as being snuggled up having a boob. If he's still doing okay in a bit his nurse for today has suggested we disconnect some of his equipment for a few minutes so that he can have a cuddle as all the crying's not doing his BP any good.
It's hard to see him so upset and not be able to comfort him, not be able to give him what he wants. I can talk to him and stroke his head and part of one leg and that's it, everything else has something attached. I hope he can be transferred to the ward soon.
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