I was finally able to connect with a doctor for the first time this week. I wanted a summary of the big picture and this is what I got:
The heart is no longer a problem. The feedings are going well. So the main focus now will be the lungs- with a goal of weaning off the ventilator. However, his blood gasses are not good enough to be able to progress much in that area right now. It may be a slow process. Part of it is just that time is needed for the lungs to continue to mature. (They check his "blood gasses" by drawing blood and analyzing it. The levels of the different gasses in it and also the ph tell them mysterious things I have not figured out yet. I am still asking questions.)
Toby had another sponge bath tonight and is worn out, but resting comfortably with his clean, fuzzy head. He handled the bath surprisingly well, considering his behaviour earlier today which included a number of alarm bells. And he has not had any morphine since about 9 this morning; so the day is definitely ending on a positive note.
A Brief Introduction
This blog follows the life of one Tobias, who was born in the 25th week of pregnancy. Despite his minuscule size, Toby has already amassed a great number of people who care about him, his health, and his family. It is our hope that this blog will keep those caring people updated on all the particulars and praises.
There are two main contributors:
Nancy - is Tobias' mother. It is she who actually knows what is going on, and thus will make most of the updates.
Kathryn (ymryson) - Toby's sister, mostly here for technical backup, though she tends to chime in from time to time.
Thank you all for your love and support. We truly appreciate the care and concern you have shared with us during this time.
There are two main contributors:
Nancy - is Tobias' mother. It is she who actually knows what is going on, and thus will make most of the updates.
Kathryn (ymryson) - Toby's sister, mostly here for technical backup, though she tends to chime in from time to time.
Thank you all for your love and support. We truly appreciate the care and concern you have shared with us during this time.
1 comment:
Praise God from whom all blessing flow...... I am so glad, I just today was able to find the time to check on Toby (Mom has updated me via the phone, but I love this blog). I pray (without ceasing) for all of you, you are never far from my prayers. Praise God for his blessing, big and small. Love to all. DEB
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