Dad after a change of clothes, hoping the diaper is on a little tighter this time.
Erin this morning with no cannula!
The last 24 hours have been another emotional roller coaster, but for a change in a good way. Last night at about 6:30, the new neonatologist came in to tell us that the MRI was perfectly normal. We were thrilled and relieved. We had both been so apprehensive about what they might find, so the moment was very emotional. In addition, Erin kept her sat levels up in the 80's and even occasionally the 90's without any oxygen.
After dinner, I came back and gave her a bath. She doesn't like getting in the water, but once she is there, she loves it. She had a big smile on her face the whole time, especially when I was washing her hair. She no longer has the oxygen cannula on her face, so for the first time we can admire how truly beautiful she is (editors note - journalistic integrity requires that there be absolutely no bias whatsoever in this blog, thus this is a statement of fact :-) ).
I called this morning at 5 and found that she had a very good night, and that her sat levels stayed where they were needed. We had been very nervous about how she would make out overnight, but she did just great. What a relief! I woke Sheila to tell her and her relief was palpable. We both had a pretty sleepless night, but she was able to go right to sleep after the news and get some rest.
When we arrived here this morning to find her still doing very well. Amy Shah came by and was thrilled with where she is. The thinking is that if she can continue on this path, we can take her home on Friday!!! Needless to say, we are trying not to get too excited. We also have a ton of work to do this week, watching the required video's, taking the car seat challenge, and passing many other tests that they require before they will discharge a baby. She will go home on a monitor to check her oxygen sat levels, and will require at a minimum weekly doctor visits. We are happy about that, as we want to make sure she is perfectly ok at all times.
We again want to thank everyone for the multitude of e-mails and well wishes that we have received. The number of e-mails that we have received is well over 100. We are thankful for everyone's prayers and thoughts, and really believe in the power of prayer in situations like this.
4 comments:
Jim, Sheila and Erin - It's Amy Spelman from Macomb. Just wanted to tell you how wonderful your news is AND how nice it was to read your blog so we could know exactly what was happening. Ok, Ok, I'll admit that I was reading and just assumed it was Sheila writing and was quite impressed with all the Jim has encountered - most importantly the nasty diapers. Best wishes and Brad and I look forward to coming to visit at home instead of the hospital!
I was delighted to read today's news. It's always nice to have such a big thank you to start the prayers.
Cousin Aunt Patty
Dearest little Erin,
What a beauty you are! Harry and I have been in and out of touch,traveling hither and yon and we are so happy to hear the news of your possible homecoming. We are sending all our positive vibes your way. You are all amazing!!Can't wait to meet you.
Hugs and Kisses - Ellen
Harry and I have been hither and yon and I just checked back in to see how little Erin is doing and the photos are so beautiful. We are sending homeward bound vibes your way and send hugs and kisses to little Erin.
Ellen and Harry
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