Happy day! my son is discharged today!

[leila65]

After 5 long months.. 2 weeks in Crete in an induced coma following TBI my son is being discharged! We are thrilled with his progress (he has been one of the lucky ones) so realise we have so much to be grateful for! He still has difficulties with naming things and some auditory verbal communication and executive functioning but these have shown significant improvement in rehab. He still needs a cranioplasty op which we will face next year but considering the progmosisf from some of the doctors when it happened its a miracle he has recovered so well. What the future is we do not know but for now it feels important to celebrate and allow ourselves time to rest. I have recently gone back on medication.. very reluctantly... as I was finding the emotional strain too much. I was constantly worrying about what may happen to the point of not enjoying the present moment. The medication has really helped me more than I was expecting and I can now enjoy my time with my son fully again! Best Christmas present ever! Just wanted to share with you all and thank you for the support iv received within the group its helped me a lot! Xx Ley

[cat3]

Hi Leila. It's great hearing of your son's progress ; I can only imagine how thrilled you're feeling. Meds can be lifesavers at such challenging times and it's good to hear they've helped you cope at such a vital time.

Mums are worriers at the best of times when it comes to their children (of any age)……... but they want to be warriors in keeping their fears hidden and show only positive emotions when need be. Well done!

Have a wonderful Christmastime m'dear….. Cat x

[leila65 in reply to cat3]

Aw bless you Cat! Yes that's so true... I coped for over 4 months but it was becoming unmanageable and I know now iv made the right decision for us both. He doesn't need his mum constantly asking if he is alright and worrying ridiculously everytime he has a headache! The worry hasn't gone completely.. I am his mum after all but it doesn't overwhelm me now and he has space to find his own way.

Wishing you a lovely Christmas Cat x

Ley

[Lynd]

A wonderful day when our loved ones return home. X

[leila65 in reply to Lynd]

Thanks Lynd... oh yes so thrilled to have him back where he belongs x