Dirk's Ambulance Ride

This evening Dirk's breathing seemed a little uneven. At half-past nine, on the advice of the maternity ward midwife, Greg and Elaine dialled 999 for an ambulance.

Dirk was very lethargic (yes, even by his standards!) during his time at the Accident and Emergency Department. The sister said his temperature was a bit high and agreed that his breathing was uneven.

However, while he was being walked upstairs to the children's ward, Dirk rallied and became quite perky. On the ward, he objected loudly to all kinds of poking and prodding; but he was very good when left alone. A doctor examined him and tested his blood. She said that uneven breathing is not usually a serious problem, but that Mum & Dad should keep an eye on him and phone for an ambulance straight away if he has any problems.