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332 A Second Opinion (Winona)

"Mommy, why does Henry need to see my doctor?" Abby asks, her small voice cutting through the quiet clinic. She swings her legs from the chair, completely relaxed.

I shift Henry in my arms, his tiny body still not much bigger than some newborn's, even though he's five months old. "We're just making sure he's okay to fly, sweetheart. And Dr. Green will check on you, too. Remember? We have to make sure your heart's doing okay." Abby nods. T like Dr. Green."

I smile, kissing her on the top of her head. She's been through so much already-two heart surgeries and another one looming in a few months. I can't help but worry about her flying across the ocean, even if Dr. Green has been positive. But Henry... Henry's the one who keeps me up at night. Literally.

The door clicks open, and Dr. Green walks in with his usual comforting smile. "Winona, Abby, good to see you both."

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"Hi, Dr. Green," Abby chirps, swinging her legs a little faster. "We're gonna fly on a plane!"

Dr. Green chuckles as he taps on his tablet. "Flying soon, huh? Well, let's see if we can get you all cleared for takeoff. I'll just get Henry's files up"

I swallow hard, the tension settling back into my shoulders as I glance down at Henry. His breathing is steady, but I can't shake the fear that something could go wrong.

today?" Dr. Green asks, his voice calm as he

him in my arms again. "His doctor wants us to wait another four weeks for more tests due to him being unsettled, but I just... I don't think we

reviewed Henry's file. He's had some minor issues, but from what I see, nothing suggests he can't fly. If you've got a full medical team with you, which I assume you

more critical conditions fly safely, Winona. You'll have everything you need on that

Abby?" I ask, turning to my little girl. "She's doing well, but I'm nervous about her flying. She's got surgery

his tablet again. "Abby's doing great. Her heart's stable, her latest test results

I ask again, the knot of

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she's calm, hydrated, and comfortable. There's no indication flying will pose any risk to her heart." Abby swings her

smile down at her, but inside, I'm still battling the fear I know

about Henry's doctor?" I ask, frowning. "She's been pushing for more tests, saying

considering my words. "It's possible his doctor is being extra cautious. Some doctors prefer to err on the side of caution, especially with preemies or

"Yes, I understand,"

fly with babies

Could this be Judy?

thought creeps in, dark and unsettling. Maybe it's just paranoia. Maybe I'm seeing things that aren't there. But after everything Judy's done... nothing would surprise me. It's all too convenient, this delay. Too perfect. But I don't have any

say, adjusting Henry in my arms. "I think we'll move

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