Delayed news because this momma needed some sleep! Todd came and sat with the baby so I could catch some zzzzzz's. I have a hard time sleeping for extended periods if someone isn't at the hospital able to sit with her every once in a while!
So, back to the NEWS!! Linden is still on the vent but her oxygen support is 43% which is great. The vent pressure is 32 but normal for a premie says the dr. They gave her another dose of surfactant and the co2 levels dropped which is great progress! She is still sedated to let her little body work on healing instead of using that energy to fight tubes, nurses, etc.
Our favorite dr. is on call today who was so wonderful with Saige. She showed us the differences in lung xrays and the placement of her arterial lines...so interesting! Her lungs are visibly clearer...even to us!
She said Linden is not as sick as Saige was and will be home soon. We know not to ask that question because no one knows the answer...it is a day by day deal!
If all goes well, they will wean her from the ventilator tomorrow. Once she is breathing on her own she will be able to have milk. I can't wait!
It is hard to bond with her when I can't hold her. I am sure we will get to do some Kangaroo Care..for those who aren't aware, it is when we get to hold the baby skin to skin. It is wonderful, and so good for premature babies.
I will be going home this afternoon to see Saige and Ethan. I haven't seen Saige since Sunday an dEthan since Monday...I am excited to spend some time with them.
Continue to pray for her speedy recovery and health of her body. We are so grateful, we are carried by your prayers.
Love to you and yours, Kristen
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Kristen,
ReplyDeleteSteve and I are thinking about you and your little one. We remember, all too well, hovering over Saige with you and comparing notes about our girls with you and Todd. You have her in a great place with great staff! Let us know what we can do.
Mindy Dickerson