How can I cope with my newborn being in the NICU after a pneumothorax?

lamcsttutiger

Hey dads. My baby Fox was admitted to the NICU with a puemothorax just 36 hours after birth. It was insanely scary bc at first we!didn't know what was happening. He was just done with his circumcision procedure which went awry as well. Hole was lower than it should be. But right after that they did vitals and his oxygen saturation was it 50. And it was fluctuating real hard and they just weren't telling us all about it first cuz they didn't know. But he's doing better now still in the NICU. He's going to be there for at least another week.. it's very sad and hard. I just want to hold my son. It's so so fucking hard. I put on a strong face or try to. But. Shit..

Idk . I just became a father and he was like... Ripped from our arms. And now he's like this . It sucks man's..

SorenGrowDoobie

I get where you’re coming from. My daughter was born premature and has been in the NICU for 13 days and still is. It’s hard to accept, but prayers to you and your family.

VelcroViking

It's scary stuff. My wife almost died giving birth. I was just standing there watching the monitors, seeing both my wife's and my son's heart rates jump. My son was in distress and my wife was at risk of a diabetic coma. My boy was in the NICU and it was so bad that they both almost didn’t make it. I’m glad your boy is on his way to success though 🙂 he's handsome

stankydig26

A parent here.

I know exactly how scary that feeling is!

It's like we feel so helpless because all we can do is sit back and watch.

I'm praying hard for you.

JabbenTret16

We faced a scary moment in labor that required an emergency C‑section, and it was tough. When they pulled my son out, he didn’t look alive, and they rushed him to another room. I’ve never felt so helpless; that feeling still haunts me a bit. It felt completely out of control. Fast forward eight weeks to his first Easter yesterday, and we have a healthy baby! I can’t claim to know exactly what you’re going through, brother, but I understand the efeling. Brighter days are ahead, brother.

patriktimflur

Sending all the good vibes your way brudda, welcome to the club and congratulations

MashedRaiden

NICU nurses are amazing! He's in very good hands back there

BogdanBump42

Hang in there, Dad. I know it’s tough right now, but it will be worth it when he’s back in your arms.

Luminarion

Stay strong, brother; everything will be okay.
We will keep him in our prayers.

And congratulations once again,
Welcome to the club.

BlackMariusDan

Sending love, brother. Our little one arrived last night, and I can only imagine the swirl of emotions you’re feeling. We’re all right here whenever you want to talk or let it all out.

stormllama

He’s absolutely perfect and beautiful. Situationally it’s a tough spot, but the NICU team’s got him covered physically.

Hang in there, brother you know your role, you’ve got this.

All of us dads believe in you and are cheering on your son.

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mainsklink777

My twin boys were born at 29 weeks. I truly understand. Today was day 69, and we just got both boys home. I know it really sucks, for sure. Driving to the NICU every day. Seeing all the nurses. But it’s all worth it. Consider it as my wife and I did: your son needs a kind of help that you or your wife can’t give. And it sucks. You’ll cry, laugh, sleep, have sleepless nights, but it’ll all be worth it when he gets home. I get it, brother.

boomlmdbuzz

It gets better, man!!!
Exactly one year apart almost to the minute. Born under 3 lb, nine weeks early, a month in the NICU.
Now he’s just over 20 lb and the happiest damn kid!

lazwildbeach

I have been in the NICU for almost three months with my baby girl. My daughter was born at 27 weeks, and there have been many ups and downs. Take time to walk and talk to God, and know that blessings are being prayed over you, your child, and your family.

IronWalShot12

My daughter spent two days in the NICU; when she left, she wasn’t breathing right away. I felt completely helpless. Please pray for her speedy recovery.

DuckZosolax

NICU dad times 4 here! Just be there every single day/night if they let you stay bedside please do it! Read a book, hold their tiny hand, and just cheer them on. Just hearing or even feeling your parent that little works wonders. Stay strong! Also, if you haven’t heard yet, look up Fisher House and see if your hospital offers that kind of hospitality if you need it.

SkyHighWave

Grateful for the hospitals we have and birthing centers.

BlossomBlazer

I DEFINITELY couldn’t fathom, brother. I’m sending nothing but positive vibes, love, thoughts & prayers.

pantherhira91

He's alive that's what matters yes definitely hard but he's yours for life . Hang tough