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In today’s episode, E-Niner wakes up out of sorts because I am no longer sleeping next to him in bed, and he proceeds to meltdown from 6:30AM all the way until he gets into his classroom at school at 8:30.
He has a wonderful day, but when I pick him up, he starts raging again. Fifteen minutes into the trip, he proceeds to have a huge meltdown.
When we get home, he’s in full-on anger mode. I’m able to give him Seroquel (sedative), Depakote (mood stabilizer), and Clonidine (sedative to be used in crisis).
After 45 minutes, nothing happens. We go to the ER, where three grown security guards have to carry him in. They actually called for back-up. Back-up! In a way, it was kind of comical that all these huge guys with guns on their hips (city hospital) need to call for back-up for my five year old son. But you’re getting the picture of how big and strong my boy is.
In fact, we had security stationed outside our room the entire visit. They weren’t taking any chances with him.
It was the first time I had watched medical professionals try to put him in restraints. I think I may need some more time to process that. Luckily, the nurse had her wits about her and was like, “Guys. He’s five. Let’s lose the restraints.”
After raging for another hour at the ER, finally, the meds kicked in. He settled down and was then just crabby the rest of the time — growling at the nurse staff when they came and went.
They wanted to admit him to their psych ward on the spot, no questions asked. Thankfully they didn’t have a male bed available. I asked them what the objective of the admission would be. They said to keep him and our household safe. I said that we can keep him safe. I brought him in because he couldn’t calm down — not because of safety.
I really just didn’t want to put lag into his schooling. I know he’s reacting to going to school and that whole transition. If he were admitted, I reasoned, I’d be back here again for this same song and dance once school started again.
So. School’s going great! Home life, not so hot.
I’ve said it once before today, and I’ll say it again: Thank Goodness It’s Friday!
Wow, one day can be so different than the next. Hoping for a better tomorrow.
You are now writing about these ER experiences as if they are just part of errand running, like I had to stop at Trader Joe’s, pick up dry cleaning and oh also had another trip to the ER. You are sooooo strong. Mentally, physically, and emotionally. I commend you on all counts.
there’s nothing to say, really. except wow. you’re strong. i love your gallows humor.
Wow. My prayer for you is that this transition cycles through quickly and he settles into a more calm routine at home. I’m glad the school seems to be a good fit; I just wish there was some therapy or activity that would be just what he needs to “decompress” after holding it together all day at school. Like heavy work, only in his case it would have to be super heavy work. I hope your weekend is so much better.
Goodness gracious, you dear sweet woman. Your strength, fortitude, adaptability and good humor are inspiring. God bless you and your entire household. I hope you have a WONDERFUL, restful weekend.
Aw, my sweet friend! You never cease to amaze me with your strength. I’m sorry E (and his mommy!) had such a rough day. I’m glad school calmed him for a while. I think that’s a sign of good things to come. And, wow, what a school! I love that they actually called you 10 minutes later to let you know he was fine. I love them already! I totally agree with you not wanting him to miss school by staying at the hospital, by the way. I hope your weekend goes well, and that you can get a little rest, so you can get ready to do it all again on Monday!
Good God. Darkest before dawn? This poor kid. And you! I think I would have collapsed long before this.