I finally bit the bullet today and called my doctor. I’ve been thinking we could all use a bit of a checkup to make sure this whole mess isn’t more than just the common cold, but the idea of hauling the kids to a walk-in clinic, waiting two hours, and then being told we’re doing everything we can do is just a little bit too much to handle. So I called looking for one of the coveted same day appointment slots, but of course, they were all long gone. Instead, I left a message for Dr. Guselle. She has always been so incredibly accommodating, and when I’ve left messages for her in the past, she just squeezes us in somewhere. I’ve often asked “Are you sure thats allowed?” to which she responds “Its my schedule, and I say its allowed.” I really feel cared for. Love her.
Once I put our little sickies down for a nap, she called me back personally to talk. She agreed with my concerns that likely, we are doing everything we can do, especially for me. However, I had no idea there were throat numbing sprays and candies!! Like beyond cough candies, there are some with anesthetic in them! I had no idea! So Brady obviously offered to pick some up on his way home. Thank you, hubs! We had a really nice long call, though, and she was very understanding. I only cried a little bit, lol! But truly, I’m feeling very out of control. I don’t want to be gross, but I think if you guys have been following me long enough, it would take more to shock you. But this is the first time really in my life that I cough so hard that I pee. I HATE that feeling. Because I may not have the strongest pelvic muscles and all of that, but this is not a common struggle for me. It makes me feel like an invalid. Not to mention my abdominal muscles aren’t their strongest either, and I have a decent chance of tearing them with a cough this bad. I feel really, really out of control, and I told Dr. Guselle that. She told me how I can get a hold of her tomorrow, but made up an end of the day appointment on Thursday for the whole family. I’m really anticipating that, just lining everyone up and checking throats and ears and all of the important things. I’m still debating whether or not I should try to see her tomorrow just for myself, but that would be at the hospital and I just really don’t want to fuss with that :/ We’ll see how I feel, I suppose. But the call alone made me feel safer. I feel like she just knows us really well, and therefore, gives us very specific care. Love her.
Wish us luck for the rest of the day! The kids are snot faucets and still fever upon waking up every single time. And of course, Brady has to work later today. Merp. But we’ll power thru! I feel very reassured that we’re doing the right things, but I’m very much looking forward to everything being confirmed in a day or two. Win!
Yes, we celebrate small victories around here 🙂 Please keep praying for us!