Surviving Our First "Chemo" Weekend

Carter's good hygiene

Grammy makes a great pillow!

Last night was a better night than Friday. Thanks to the help of two anti-nausea drugs (one of which knocked Carter out for 4 hours straight), Carter and Mom slept much better. They both needed that rest. Unfortunately, Carter did get sick about three times during the night, but throughout the day on Saturday he only got sick once. He definitely knows his limitations, and right now it is not to eat. The doctors say this normal during chemo treatment. He is being well hydrated via his central IV. He also had his two other chemo drugs today, and did great. There don't seem to be any adverse reactions to these three chemo drugs, which is a huge relief.

Throughout the day, Carter mostly wanted to be held and watch movies. Saturday evening Carter received the LARGEST gift basket I have ever seen. Our playgroup sent over books, hats, movies, lots of Elmo stuff, a dinosaur and a ton of other goodies. Carter loved the Make Me Laugh book, and it was the first time he smiled all day. Thank you!!! And thank you to ALL our friends and family for your gifts and sweet letters (and blog comments too!). Then before bed, my sister had him cracking up and he even wanted to go on a walk around the oncology floor with his mask on (which he had been refusing to wear all day). Carter is doing great and inspiring us more and more every day. We are hoping Dad and Bennett can shake their colds and see us soon. I know how hard it is for Matt and how helpless he feels not being at the hospital. Carter knows you both love him tons though!!