Done with Induction

Induction phase is done and it's a big milestone that deserves a celebration! The doctor said the worst is over (as far as side effects)! We should expect Olivia's energy to be back to where she was before diagnosis. We're so excited to see her walking, running and playing around again, oh and dry hair (from sweat) and no more cranky pants!!!

At the sedation room getting ready for spinal tap and bone marrow aspiration

Olivia had her spinal tap and bone marrow aspiration yesterday, Friday morning, which lasted for an hour. She was sedated the whole time and both mommy and daddy were observing in the back of the room. The anesthesiologist told us to take advantage while she's "asleep" and do the things we need to do after the procedures, like nail cutting or hair cutting if we wanted to! Good thing Olivia loves doing both while awake =) Both Daddy and I felt a different feeling of excitement yesterday, knowing that the procedures done will tell us that Olivia's 1 month of chemotherapy worked! We will find out about the results towards end of next week. The next phase of chemotherapy should resume the week after next. More details to come after we discuss results with our doctors.

Last night was the first night I slept through the whole night since Olivia's diagnosis. It was a rough month since Olivia only wanted Mommy. If Daddy or anyone attempts to hold her, let alone get near her, she will throw a big fit. Screaming, throwing things..you name it. I would normally wake up 2 to 3 times a night with Olivia, either to bring her to the bathroom or feed her. When she eats, she eats for an hour. Yes, she eats that whole time! Sometimes I just think of it like I have a newborn, caring for the baby every 2 hours...a 30 lbs baby that is! I would like to think that I am a superwoman who will never run out of energy to do all these things. But I guess all superheroes need to recharge too. Last night was the night I felt I couldn't get up at all. I felt like I ran the marathon and I couldn't walk. That's when I felt Someone up there gave me a tap on my back and told me that I need to rest. God was so good that He let Olivia allow her Daddy to take care of her last night so I can get some sleep! Not one scream of wanting Mommy! Thank you Olivia and thank you Lord!

This morning, Olivia woke up dry! She used to normally wake up soaking wet from sweat. She noticed it herself and was surprised to see she is not sweating anymore!!!