the heartbreaking side of nursing and the potential of motherhood

[2redpath5]

This may be disturbing to those with new babies or those who've experienced the devastation of miscarriage.  I apologize, I mean no disrespect, and wish you peace.

I'm on call for the family support nurse this week.  This is something that I've volunteered for.  There is only one nurse that does it for our hospital.  This means that I care for and

Comments

[dreamertheresa]

I cannot begin to imagine doing what you do.

I'm glad these parents have someone who care so much.

[2redpath5]

Hummm....
I wrote you a thank you note here, but it's not here now....???
Well, I will start over, sigh.
I wrote something nice and very genuine, and now all I can think of is to tell you how much I appreciate you taking a moment to comment. It's nice to know you stopped by to read. :)
I know sdunn and you are close. You are always very funny.
I hope you are well dear,
Thank you again,
~M

[thecranewife]

I think that what you do is a beautiful service. Of course, the thought of losing a child, of losing my baby brings about raw emotion that I can't even begin to (or bear to ) describe. I think that what you do makes the transition just a tiny bit easier, just a tiny bit smoother for these women. And I think that it is wonderful that you volunteer to do this even though it must be very emotionally trying for you.

I have several photographer friends that do 'newborn' photoshoots for parents of stillborn babies. The pictures are so beautiful and give the parents something tangible to hold on to. My friends say that even though it is very painful, it s also somewhat rewarding to provide the mothers with something, some memory of their child that they can always cherish.

Thinking of you, lady. Tough job.

♥

[whispers_of_me]

*hugs* I have said many times that being a nurse or someone who cares for the sick and injured takes a special person, you are one of the most special - you may not realize it but in time that Mom, Dad and Grandparents will remember your kindness, how special you treated their child - and how unselfish it was of you to do all that you did in their time of need.

Through your own tears you are in a way weeping tears from heaven, to bath the child in love - I know it is not much comfort but remember you are needed and cherished for all that you do for those who need it. never forget that -

[t_rex]

Hey Honey. Be careful what you post. I don't want you to get in trouble because of HIPAA.

Maybe it would be enough to lock the post, or maybe you should change enough of the details to make it impossible to figure out whom you are talking about.

I do understand your need to write about this. But check around and see if you can find out how to do it safely.

I need to mention this to sdunn711, too.

[2redpath5]

Oh, thank you!
I wasn't thinking!
I'm familiar with the rules of HIPAA, and I spaced out here.
I usually try to change all kinds of details and not use names. But I just wasn't in my right mind when I wrote this.
Thank you again, dear.
Hope you are well.

[t_rex]

You are welcome. Our CIO just happened to mention blog posts and lawsuits during our last department meeting. So it was fresh on my mind. :-)

[anabatos]

I always read your posts and the comments.

[2redpath5]

Because you love me and so have to?
Because you are tired of hearing me bitch?
Or because you think I am the greatest writer to ever live!!!???
MUUAHAHHHAHAHA!