Greetings!
Tears were flowing today when Jonas received his promotion to the "CPAP" ventilator. His blood gases have been great the past few days so we knew this might be a possibility. The doctor told us at 5pm that he was going to look one more time at his chart to see if he could find any reason not to give it a shot. After one final chart review, he determined that we would let Jonas try it out. We were cautioned that Jonas might need to go back to the Drager but it would be worth a try to see how he would respond. He responded. We will know in a few hours if he responded well enough but it was an amazing sight to see him with the tube out of his throat. Bubbles stream from his mouth as the CPAP gives a steady stream of air through the nose which causes bubbles to bubble out of his mouth while he breathes. Quite a fun sight! If I have clicked the right buttons you should find a video of this event below.
Jonas is still not receiving his feeds but that may change in the morning depending on his next couple of blood gases and other measurements. So far all his lab work has come back infection free.
Elsa also had a good solid day. She is getting her rate down on her Drager but is still a ways off from having her tube removed. Her feeds are going well and she is nearly the same size as Jonas. Her nurses have outfitted her with a 'retro' blanket and isolette bedding. Check out the picture for decoration tips.
Thank you for the continued prayers of healing for Jonas and Elsa. We are so thankful for each day with them and pray they continue to grow and heal.
God Bless,
Dan & Mari & Elsa & Jonas
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ReplyDeleteI am so glad all is well!!! I was a little worried when I went by your office, Dan, and all was dark. I am ecstatic it was for a milestone and celebratory reasons. Congratulations!!! It is a treasure to get to see them move and wiggle. I love that Jonas is sticking his tongue out; so cute.
ReplyDeleteSo glad to hear that Elsa and Jonas have had several pretty good days. Loved the video and the pictures, especially the kangaroo care. You look so happy Mari and I was so happy for you when I saw it. We are praying for you all, especially for their healing and growth. love to you all.
ReplyDeleteOh, it's so exciting to read about them making progress! I am thrilled for you two + for your family! I wish I was in Washington right now... I'd come photograph them for you. My heart goes out to you!
ReplyDeleteDan and Mari, What great video. I'm glad the babies are having such good days! Take care and we continue to pray.
ReplyDeleteHi Dan,
ReplyDeleteLoved the video! It's so nice to know that Jonas and Elsa are making progress and are in the two pound club! We are praying for you, Mari and the babies' healing and growth.
Ed & I are so thrilled to see the continued stream of good news. Between the two of us, we check every day and update each other on the ongoing overall strength in your little gems. Lots of love is coming from the north.
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing....great video...feels like we are there!!! Its wonderful they are making good progress. We'll keep praying for those lungs!!
ReplyDeleteLove, Jane and Ralph
Dan,
ReplyDeleteSo glad to see your little miracles are doing well! Thanks for sharing your thoughts and photos. As always, our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Rob