When Cooper was first born, practically everyone who worked at that hospital - and everyone who has ever been involved with or has known someone with a NICU baby said "there will be ups and downs"...
Today has been a rough day for Cooper. I've mentioned his breathing troubles the past few days, and they continue.
His CO2 levels are high. He is getting enough oxygen but he is not getting rid of enough CO2. His lungs look a little hazy, so they are testing him for an infection. Karen said that the preliminary test are showing no infection, however the haziness of his lungs is still unknown. Results will be back tomorrow.
He is also getting another blood transfusion today.
Pray BIG for these results to come back clear, and for his lungs to clear up. Keep praying for his breathing to get better and stronger.
Pray for K&J today. They were at the hospital all morning and afternoon, and are tired. Pray for their strength and comfort while they wait for results.
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Saturday, June 18, 2011
Thursday, June 16, 2011
How Preemie Moms Are Chosen
I found this on another micro-preemie mom's blog. Grab a tissue.
How Preemie Moms Are Chosen
by Erma Bombeck
Did you ever wonder how the mothers of premature babies are chosen?
Somehow, I visualize God hovering over Earth, selecting his instruments for propagation with great care and deliberation. As he observes, he instructs his angels to take notes in a giant ledger.
"Armstrong, Beth, son. Patron Saint, Matthew.
Forrest, Marjorie, daughter. Patron Saint, Celia.
Rutledge, Carrie, twins. Patron Saint...give her Gerard. He's used to profanity."
Finally, he passes a name to an angel and smiles. "Give her a preemie."
The angel is curious. "Why this one, God? She's so happy."
"Exactly," smiles God. "Could I give a premature baby a mother who knows no laughter? That would be cruel."
"But does she have the patience?" asks the angel.
"I don't want her to have too much patience, or she'll drown in a sea of self-pity and despair. Once the shock and resentment wear off, she'll handle it. I watched her today. She has that sense of self and independence so rare and so necessary in a mother. You see, the child I'm going to give her has a world of its own. She has to make it live in her world, and that's not going to be easy."
"But Lord, I don't think she even believes in you."
God smiles. "No matter, I can fix that. This one is perfect She has just the right amount of selfishness."
The angel gasps, "Selfishness?! Is that a virtue?"
God nods. "If she can't separate herself from the child occasionally, she will never survive. Yes, here is a woman whom I will bless with a child less than perfect. She doesn't know it yet, but she is to be envied. She will never take for granted a spoken word. She will never consider a step ordinary. When her child says momma for the first time, she will be witness to a miracle and know it. I will permit her to see clearly the things I see-- ignorance, cruelty, prejudice-- and allow her to rise above them. She will never be alone. I will be at her side every minute of every day of her life because she is doing my work as surely as she is here by my side."
"And what about her Patron Saint?" asks the angel, his pen poised in the air.
God smiles. "A mirror will suffice."
How Preemie Moms Are Chosen
by Erma Bombeck
Did you ever wonder how the mothers of premature babies are chosen?
Somehow, I visualize God hovering over Earth, selecting his instruments for propagation with great care and deliberation. As he observes, he instructs his angels to take notes in a giant ledger.
"Armstrong, Beth, son. Patron Saint, Matthew.
Forrest, Marjorie, daughter. Patron Saint, Celia.
Rutledge, Carrie, twins. Patron Saint...give her Gerard. He's used to profanity."
Finally, he passes a name to an angel and smiles. "Give her a preemie."
The angel is curious. "Why this one, God? She's so happy."
"Exactly," smiles God. "Could I give a premature baby a mother who knows no laughter? That would be cruel."
"But does she have the patience?" asks the angel.
"I don't want her to have too much patience, or she'll drown in a sea of self-pity and despair. Once the shock and resentment wear off, she'll handle it. I watched her today. She has that sense of self and independence so rare and so necessary in a mother. You see, the child I'm going to give her has a world of its own. She has to make it live in her world, and that's not going to be easy."
"But Lord, I don't think she even believes in you."
God smiles. "No matter, I can fix that. This one is perfect She has just the right amount of selfishness."
The angel gasps, "Selfishness?! Is that a virtue?"
God nods. "If she can't separate herself from the child occasionally, she will never survive. Yes, here is a woman whom I will bless with a child less than perfect. She doesn't know it yet, but she is to be envied. She will never take for granted a spoken word. She will never consider a step ordinary. When her child says momma for the first time, she will be witness to a miracle and know it. I will permit her to see clearly the things I see-- ignorance, cruelty, prejudice-- and allow her to rise above them. She will never be alone. I will be at her side every minute of every day of her life because she is doing my work as surely as she is here by my side."
"And what about her Patron Saint?" asks the angel, his pen poised in the air.
God smiles. "A mirror will suffice."
Friday, June 10, 2011
Blessings.
If you all listen to 94.9 (or any christian station in your area) you may have already heard this song. Listen to the lyrics. ts a really great word.
Websters definition of MERCY is : a blessing that is an act of divine favor or compassion - sounds a bit like Cooper, doesn't it. Although he is a tiny little guy, and we wish he would have stayed in Karen's belly a bit longer; he is here, and he is most definitely a blessing. A beautiful, tiny, lovely and awesome miracle little blessing.
Cooper is still doing well, and we continue to get good reports. Isn't that awesome?? He has gained a little weight and he is almost back UP to his birth weight. He is currently at 1 pound 5.2 ounces. YAY for Coop!! Everything is is still the same He is still on the ventilator, but last report was he was breathing mostly on his own. I believe that they will leave it in a little longer to make sure his breathing is stable before they put the CPAP back on. GREAT NEWS!! He is still a little pig, and they continue to raise his feedings. He is now eating 8 ML's and will probably increase that again soon!
Prayer Request:
Of course, for Cooper's strength. His development and breathing. Pray for his little heart, lungs and brain to continue to develop perfectly.
Pray for his breathing to get stronger and regular - NO APNEA'S!
Pray for J&K as they travel back and fourth. I know it is wearing on them. Pray they get rest and also take a little time to just take in everything that a new baby brings.
Oh, and GO MAV's
Websters definition of MERCY is : a blessing that is an act of divine favor or compassion - sounds a bit like Cooper, doesn't it. Although he is a tiny little guy, and we wish he would have stayed in Karen's belly a bit longer; he is here, and he is most definitely a blessing. A beautiful, tiny, lovely and awesome miracle little blessing.
Cooper is still doing well, and we continue to get good reports. Isn't that awesome?? He has gained a little weight and he is almost back UP to his birth weight. He is currently at 1 pound 5.2 ounces. YAY for Coop!! Everything is is still the same He is still on the ventilator, but last report was he was breathing mostly on his own. I believe that they will leave it in a little longer to make sure his breathing is stable before they put the CPAP back on. GREAT NEWS!! He is still a little pig, and they continue to raise his feedings. He is now eating 8 ML's and will probably increase that again soon!
Prayer Request:
Of course, for Cooper's strength. His development and breathing. Pray for his little heart, lungs and brain to continue to develop perfectly.
Pray for his breathing to get stronger and regular - NO APNEA'S!
Pray for J&K as they travel back and fourth. I know it is wearing on them. Pray they get rest and also take a little time to just take in everything that a new baby brings.
Oh, and GO MAV's
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