Poor Ethan

For two weeks following his surgery, Ethan is supposed to be wearing arm restraints most of the day unless someone is watching him very closely holding his hands. He definately has to wear them sleeping and while riding in the car since no one is able to watch him at those times. So far, we have been able to allow Ethan to play throughout the day without them on since Bob's parents are here helping to watch the boys. I have personally caught him several times trying to put toys into his mouth. When I tell him not to do it, he gets upset and cries at me. When I put the retraints on, he usually gets very upset with me too. I hate putting them on and feel so bad, but I know that this is a very temporary thing. I also know that the restraints will prevent him from ripping out his stitches and ending up back at the hospital.

Poor Guy!