As a mom, I was hoping to say "we're coming home" in this blog, BUT we are not coming home yet. Reece continues to be a rock star with eating. He's getting anywhere from 100 - 120 mls. (that's 4 ounces!) However, his direct jaundice levels have increased, and his stools are loose. There is some good news. Last night he finally did gain weight (after 3 nights being the same weight). The neonatologists decided to seek consult from the GI specialists in order to see what they thought of his situation. A GI nurse practitioner came yesterday and saw Reece. She gave a small report and told us the GI doctor would see him today. That Dr. did come early this afternoon to see Reece. He ordered that his stools be saved until his return tomorrow and he ordered some more lab work to be done tomorrow. I guess that means he's probably not going home tomorrow yet. We continue to hope he'll gain weight again tonight. If that is still a concern, they are considering adding stuff to his milk. They also put Reece on meds. to help with the jaundice.
Sorry if this report rambles a little. I'm hopeful he'll have great test results and be able to go home soon. Please keep Reece in your prayers. And, while you're at it, please say an extra prayer for me. I'm a little disappointed it's taking so long for his system to work things out. I just want my baby home. That may sound a little selfish, but when life in the NICU takes the rollercoast down, it's an emotional struggle to go up!
Tuesday, May 5, 2009
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What a bog boy! I am sure his body will get used to all that yummy food soon--that is quite a bit more than what he was getting! Selfish you are not, but a very loving, tender, concerned, patient and godly mom. Reece could not have gotten anyone more perfect for him. It is better for him to have the all clear before taking him home. Once he is home we want him to stay there! Love you and miss you!
ReplyDeletePraying for Reese and you! Love you so much and praying that all is well and God will continue to heal his little system! He has been through a lot, and so have you! Be strong! He will be home soon!
ReplyDeletePraying for you tonight, Sue, for Reece, for the rest of your family. This has been such a long haul. At the start, you were prepared for a long wait, even though you were disappointed and fearful. Now that the exit gate is within your reach, it makes each day seem that much longer. Praying for patience while you wait. I'll leave you with a smile for tonight: Tomorrow is the volunteer appreciation dinner. Judy put me on punch Judy and made the remark, "I won't tell anyone about the punch down the wall." I'll be thinking about you as I'm serving punch, and praying for you, my friend.
ReplyDeleteHey Sue-
ReplyDeletePraying many prayers for all of you. It is so hard at times to hang in there and wait wait wait. Stay strong and keep trusting in the Lord. Reece is a strong little boy and we pray for good results from lab tests and a game plan to get that boy home!! Thinking and praying for you often.
"When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and when you pass through the rivers, they will not sweep over you." Isaiah 43:2
Tina Jacobsen