Hey everyone!
Since Frankie's heart surgery is just around the corner (Sept. 25th), I wanted to just send out a couple reminders about Mr. Frank and how important it is to keep him healthy.
Frankie has a lung disease, PPHN. When he gets sick, it is ten fold for him what it is for the "typical" child. That being said... It is EXTREMELY important to remember to wash your hands around Frankie. And, if you have been exposed to someone who is sick or you aren't sure if you're fighting allergies or a cold, it's best to steer clear until you are all better!
Second thing.... smoking.
Second and third hand smoke: People smoke, I get that. Here's my
thing... if you do it and your clothes reek in smell of it, please do
not hold my child. It affects him and my biggest concern is the affect
on his respiratory system.
Third-hand smoke can remain indoors even long after the smoking has
stopped. Similar to low-level lead exposure, low levels of tobacco
particulates have been associated with a higher prevalence of ear
infections and respiratory symptoms, as well as cognitive deficits among
children.
In short, the same chemicals that leave a stale cigarette odor on
clothes and upholstery also can be swallowed, inhaled or absorbed
through the skin of non-smokers. Smoke residue may linger for hours,
days or months, depending on the ventilation and the level of
contamination.
If you want to smoke, wear a jacket while smoking outside so that you
can take if off before playing Frankie and please be sure to wash your
hands. THANK YOU!
We appreciate this more than anyone will ever know! Frankie just doesn't have the strongest of lungs. Someday he should! But until then, we need to take all necessary precautions to keep him as healthy as possible. Thanks for understanding and much love!
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