MedicMom Posted December 31, 2013 Share Posted December 31, 2013 Long story short I fell down our stairs holding my daughter a few days ago. I've been in severe pain since then but couldn't see a doctor till today. X ray showed two broken vertebrae. I see a neurosurgeon on Friday and they sent me home on strict bedrest and narcotics. My husband is on a 40 hour shift. He has been trying to see if someone can come cover him overnight tonight but, well, it's New Years Eve. I asked my mom if she could keep my kids overnight tonight so I could at least take the narcotic and she said she is too tired. I have no one else I can call. The house is a disaster because I haven't been able to clean in a few days. The puppy is doing well and I do have a neighbor boy coming to walk him and play with him this evening since I can't. But I am so tired and in pain and overwhelmed I am sitting in Walmart waiting for my prescription and sobbing. I think I am scaring everyone around me. I think I was wrong for refusing hospital admission but honestly what were they going to do, admit my toddlers with me? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tress Posted December 31, 2013 Share Posted December 31, 2013 I'm so sorry! I wish I could come over and help you. Sending you a :grouphug:. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seasider Posted December 31, 2013 Share Posted December 31, 2013 If you live near me, I will be right over. Any chance of that? You could pm me with your general location. Seriously. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
prairiewindmomma Posted December 31, 2013 Share Posted December 31, 2013 Huge hugs! I wish I could help you too. I seriously hope that something is able to work out....and if nothing else, that your sweet babies go to bed early tonight and sleep all night long. Don't worry about the house. You literally broke your back. ***hugs*** Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MedicMom Posted December 31, 2013 Author Share Posted December 31, 2013 I'm going to have to let the house go for tonight. DH found coverage for tomorrow and has taken Friday off, but tonight looks like a no go. Mostly I think I am just irritated with my mother right now. and so overwhelmed with pain and everything else. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ottakee Posted December 31, 2013 Share Posted December 31, 2013 Do you have a church family? If so, call on them. Our church has a ministry for stuff like this. Any other friends in your area? How about a homeschool teenager that you could be a mother's helper for you? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted December 31, 2013 Share Posted December 31, 2013 Oh no. I am so sorry. And I am so angry at your mother on your behalf. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mandylubug Posted December 31, 2013 Share Posted December 31, 2013 I'm sorry :( I'd be irritated with your mom too! I'd reach out to anyone even if they only stay till the toddlers fall asleep! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clarkacademy Posted December 31, 2013 Share Posted December 31, 2013 Are you anywhere near White Springs FL? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mabeline Posted December 31, 2013 Share Posted December 31, 2013 I am so sorry, I can't imagine how painful and overwhelming that must be. I second the suggestion of calling a homeschool friend with a teenager. I hope you can find someone to help you. (Hugs) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MedicMom Posted December 31, 2013 Author Share Posted December 31, 2013 No church family. If it wasn't New Years Eve there are some other people I could call but I know everyone has plans for night. DH will be home in the morning and has taken off work till Saturday. I just have to get through tonight, and I don't dare take narcotics while home with the kids. Thinking it was muscular I took a lot of NSAIDs and tore up my stomach lining, plus I am allergic to Tylenol, so OTC pain killers are a no go right now Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MedicMom Posted December 31, 2013 Author Share Posted December 31, 2013 No church family. If it wasn't New Years Eve there are some other people I could call but I know everyone has plans for night. DH will be home in the morning and has taken off work till Saturday. I just have to get through tonight, and I don't dare take narcotics while home with the kids. Thinking it was muscular I took a lot of NSAIDs and tore up my stomach lining, plus I am allergic to Tylenol, so OTC pain killers are a no go right now Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MedicMom Posted December 31, 2013 Author Share Posted December 31, 2013 I'm in upstate New York. :-) I would love to be in FL though. :-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TammyinTN Posted December 31, 2013 Share Posted December 31, 2013 I'm so sorry!! :grouphug: I hope someone can switch with your husband and he can be home for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jrn Posted December 31, 2013 Share Posted December 31, 2013 :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elegantlion Posted December 31, 2013 Share Posted December 31, 2013 :grouphug: :grouphug: :grouphug: gentle hugs. I'm sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs Mungo Posted December 31, 2013 Share Posted December 31, 2013 I am so sorry. :( I have experienced living nowhere near family and letting my toddlers tear up the house while I lay on the bathroom floor sick as a dog. I can only imagine that what you are feeling is that much worse. ((HUGS)) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clarkacademy Posted December 31, 2013 Share Posted December 31, 2013 I am really sorry maybe you could let the hospital know there may be some type of help. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flowing Brook Posted December 31, 2013 Share Posted December 31, 2013 :grouphug: :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amo_mea_filiis. Posted December 31, 2013 Share Posted December 31, 2013 How far upstate? Pm me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seasider Posted December 31, 2013 Share Posted December 31, 2013 I'm in upstate New York. :-) I would love to be in FL though. :-) Too bad you are so far. Hope and pray the evening goes smoothly and quickly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MedicMom Posted December 31, 2013 Author Share Posted December 31, 2013 Fingerlakes region. I did find some people to help me through the evening; two of my "brothers" from my fire department who are graciously giving up their New Years celebration to care for my children. I will get over the mother thing. It is par for the course with her; just sometimes bothers me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest submarines Posted December 31, 2013 Share Posted December 31, 2013 That's just awful. :grouphug: Any chance you can talk your mother into taking the kids again? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gingersmom Posted January 1, 2014 Share Posted January 1, 2014 I'm so relieved you found help. When my kids were 3 and 1 I had a back injury. I too sat in the drugstore parking lot and cried. Unfortunately that is the last thing I remember. I woke up days later in the hospital. Turns out my mother called, I must have been out of it and she sent my brother from an hour away to check on me. He called 911. Please take care of yourself and take advantage of offers of help. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meriwether Posted January 1, 2014 Share Posted January 1, 2014 I'm sorry about your back and your mom. I am glad you are getting some help. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swellmomma Posted January 1, 2014 Share Posted January 1, 2014 :grouphug: I am glad those guys have stepped up to watch your little ones, take the narcotics tonight and rest. I am sorry your mom was being so selfish tonight, even if it is typical of her you would think a mother hearing her child has fractured her back would be doing everything in her power to help her. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trulycrabby Posted January 1, 2014 Share Posted January 1, 2014 Gosh, I am so sorry; I could just shake your mother, and huge your fire department angels. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ErinE Posted January 1, 2014 Share Posted January 1, 2014 Fingerlakes region. I did find some people to help me through the evening; two of my "brothers" from my fire department who are graciously giving up their New Years celebration to care for my children. I will get over the mother thing. It is par for the course with her; just sometimes bothers me. I'm so glad you found some help. Take your meds and rest as best you can. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MedicMom Posted January 1, 2014 Author Share Posted January 1, 2014 It is not everyday that you find some young 20 something guys willing to give up their New Year's Eve plans to care for a hurting old paramedic and her two toddlers, and do my dishes. :-) They are truly the best. Thank you all for the wishes and prayers. they are very much needed tonight. My pain is controlled right now by the narcotics; we are praying that nothing happens to increase the injury and cause spinal cord damage. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Melissa in Australia Posted January 1, 2014 Share Posted January 1, 2014 :grouphug: :grouphug: :grouphug: :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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celticmom Posted January 1, 2014 Share Posted January 1, 2014 :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ausmumof3 Posted January 1, 2014 Share Posted January 1, 2014 So glad you found some help... I don't even know what to say about your mum I'm lost for words. Hope you recover well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RebeccaS Posted January 1, 2014 Share Posted January 1, 2014 I am so sorry! When I was 20 I fractured my spine sledding. It was the worst pain I've ever experienced. Fortunately for me, I had no one to take care of except myself. I cannot imagine having to take of little people, too. I'm so glad you found some help. I hope you get some relief with the stronger meds. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kiana Posted January 1, 2014 Share Posted January 1, 2014 I am so sorry I didn't see this. I am in finger lakes region as well visiting family. Are you all right now? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
awisha. Posted January 1, 2014 Share Posted January 1, 2014 :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TeacherZee Posted January 1, 2014 Share Posted January 1, 2014 :grouphug: So glad you found someone to help you! When you are better make those boys some cookies :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StephanieZ Posted January 1, 2014 Share Posted January 1, 2014 Your mom is a selfish witch, and your friends are the best! I am glad you got some help. I hope you are able to find more reliable help. Do you have any far-away relatives who might love you enough to fly in to help for a week or two? My MIL is NOT usually a very helpful person, but she did cheerfully swoop in and help care for my infant/preschooler when I had to travel suddenly for my dad's stroke back many years ago. She still isn't my fave person, and she still doesn't like me, but I will always remember that she did that. My own aunt and mom stepped up at that same time (Dad was in the ICU out of state for 17 days before he died), but I would have predicted that from them. My own MIL -- she surprised me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LMV Posted January 1, 2014 Share Posted January 1, 2014 Ouch! I'm sorry, I hope you heal well, and hope that some more people come out of the woodwork to help. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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