Down in the dumps
My poor little Tobias.
He's got some fever, and diarrhea. His poor bum is scorched. Riddled. Napalm-ed.
It's not a pretty sight.
Himself, however, is. And here's proof (compliments of daughter Rose and her shiny new camera).
Prayers are appreciated. Containment, in more ways than one, is key.
Poor Toby!!! Boudreaux's Butt Paste has been a lifesaver for Joshua more than once (especially now that he's lost tone in that area of his body and thus poops pretty much on and off all day long) ~ if you haven't yet tried it, I highly recommend it.
He's absolutely angelic-looking, with those big brown eyes and cherub cheeks. Gorgeous little boy!!!
Posted by: Kate | July 20, 2008 at 10:45 AM
praying for Toby...
Posted by: lou | July 20, 2008 at 10:47 AM
Awww... he's a precious one! I hope he gets feeling better very soon and that it doesn't get passed on to any others. Saying a prayer for him!
Posted by: Jenny | July 20, 2008 at 11:35 AM
Containment must be hard when he's so small and can hear everyone else out having fun. Poor little guy. Saying a prayer right now.
Posted by: Minnesotamom | July 20, 2008 at 11:35 AM
Oh that face...so sweet!
Posted by: Carrie @ Three-Girl Circus | July 20, 2008 at 11:37 AM
Oh, he is just delicious. His chubby cheeks remind me of my Charlotte's. Prayers coming your way for a speedy recovery and a better bottom!
Posted by: Nicole @ Life in Progress | July 20, 2008 at 12:22 PM
Oh, he is too cute. I'll be praying. Poor little guy. And you are so very right, containment is very much key.
Posted by: Lizz @ Yes, and So is My Heart | July 20, 2008 at 01:07 PM
Yes to Bordseaux's Butt Paste--but we also use Bag Balm (the square green tin!) whem Monkey is burn/diarrhea rashy. It's very much less expensive, and works wonders on just about any rash!
When Monkey is yeast-rashy, I use plain yogurt on it (Stoneyfield Farms organic). Works extremely well and very quickly. Especially if he has a (SEPERATE!) dish for a snack.
Prayers for your handsome little man. Props to your lovely Rose, who seems to take very much after her shutterbug Mama!
Posted by: laurazim | July 20, 2008 at 01:12 PM
Wow. I'm typing with my eyes half-closed in power blinks. Sorry about the cruddy spelling! Bordeaux's Butt Paste. WheN. etc. etc. etc.
Going to take a nap now.
Posted by: laurazim | July 20, 2008 at 01:13 PM
Rub a teeny bit of extra virgin olive oil on his hiney. That is THE single best cure I have found for that little scorched bum. My 3rd got diarrhea quite a lot, and I wish I had known about this amazing use of olive oil!
And of course, I will pray for your sweet little man. :-)
Posted by: Faerylandmom | July 20, 2008 at 03:32 PM
Awww,poor guy. Hope he feels 100% better ASAP!
Posted by: shel | July 20, 2008 at 03:40 PM
Awww,poor guy. Hope he feels 100% better ASAP!
Posted by: shel | July 20, 2008 at 03:40 PM
Poor thing. Sending some hopes of containment his way.
Love those big brown eyes.
Posted by: Jean | July 20, 2008 at 05:39 PM
My littlest one (3 tomorrow) just got over diarrhea and vomiting....no containment was going on here. And as if that wasn't bad enough, my dog was puking everywhere, too! I am sending up a prayer for him, you and the rest of your fam ☺
Posted by: Kayce | July 20, 2008 at 06:05 PM
Aww, poor baby. :( No fun. My daughter seems to be coming down with the same thing.
Will be praying--containment is definitely key, especially when the potential for the number of victims is high. Ugh.
Great photos (love that first one!) He's a cutie all right.
Posted by: Jamie (Ohbecareful!) | July 20, 2008 at 06:56 PM
Toby is such a kissable little boy! Hope he's better soon. (((HUGS)))
Posted by: Melanie | July 20, 2008 at 07:52 PM
Ah, I'm so sorry.
Posted by: Joanne | July 20, 2008 at 10:03 PM
Oh, I love that third photo, especially. Poor little tushy. Hope all is better soon.
Posted by: Stephanie | July 21, 2008 at 12:07 AM
Hope your little guy feels much better soon. He's a cutie. And your blog looks great.
Posted by: CarolinaMama | July 21, 2008 at 06:50 AM
I hope he is feeling better, great shots Rose!
He is adorable...
Posted by: Sarah the secret blower | July 21, 2008 at 07:54 AM
poor fella - few things can get one down like gut pain. HINEY too? oh my goodness - he is a brave young man - and you are no doubt ready for potty flushing instead of diaper dealing.
Posted by: Linda Sue | July 21, 2008 at 06:25 PM
Gorgeous, gorgeous photos. What a precious little guy.
Posted by: Heth | July 21, 2008 at 08:37 PM
Olive oil is great for everything.....you can also try (and it works really really well) BAGBALM! It's in a green metal tub and it is sorta vaseline like. It is a true cure ALL! Good luck!
Posted by: Christine Ballard (christinewith6) | July 24, 2008 at 09:11 AM
Poor Baby! I hope he is feeling better. I don't know what you use for his bottom, but with all of Parker's issues that I told you about earlier, A & D ointment has always worked best for us. It's the same stuff my mom used on me when I was little and they also have a Wal-Mart brand, which is what I use. It's awesome!
Posted by: Heather | July 25, 2008 at 12:11 AM
Hope your little sweetie is feeling better by now. Love the photos...he is precious!
Posted by: Deidra | July 25, 2008 at 09:32 PM