Gibson is doing great. He is finally getting some consistency with his nurses and it seems to make everything a little easier for him and mom and dad. Last night our nurse, Jan, wanted to change his bedding and put a scale under him. Very exciting time for us because mom got to hold Gibson while they moved the old bedding out and put new bedding in. Mom was so excited!! Having a kid and not being able to hold him has been one of the hardest things in the world!! Just touching his cute little feet or hands really isn’t enough. Since they have placed the intestine back into his abdomen Gibson is a little more temperamental with his positioning and touch. You can’t really blame him though. It seems like every other day they have to do something extreme and I think he is finally just sick of it and wants to get better.
Today they moved his IV out of his foot so both feet and right hand was free of IVs. This allowed us to do molds and stamps of his feet and hands. It was a little hard with all the wires and cords everywhere, but I think they turned out great considering the circumstances. They also have turned off two drips he needed for his blood pressure so we are down to 7 drips instead of 10. Tomorrow morning they are planning on taking one more away. Fewer drips means fewer IVs and fewer IVs means fewer times they have to stick him because the IV has gone bad. Just a rough estimate on how many IVs they have put in, 4 in his left foot, 5 in his right foot, a pick line and 4 IVs in his right hand and 3 in his head. L Poor guy. Currently we have an IV in his right hand and head. He has what they call an art line in his left wrist and a Broviac going into his chest. Slowly, we hope to see some cords disappearing.
The idea that we will have to be doing the NICU seen for several more weeks and months is really getting to us. You don’t know how much all the love and support we have felt from family and friends have really helped us. We appreciate it more than you know!
So happy you were able to hold Gibson! Cant wait til you can snuggle him! You guys are doing great! Hang in there!
ReplyDeleteWOW!! Kaydi and Garret have shown amazing strength through it all! I can't imagine how hard it must be! But your little family and the courage ya'll have shown is an inspiration to many, I'm sure! There is no doubt in my mind that our Heavenly Father is with all of you during your time of need! Keep up the faith!! Congrats on the improvements!
ReplyDeleteSo glad Kaydi was finally able to hold him for a bit, I am sure she loved that. Thanks for the detailed update on his day, sounds like he is pushing through.
ReplyDeleteKaydi, Between the blog and the texts it sounds like everything is going well. I love the little curl you have combed in his hair. You and Garrett have shown such faith and courage to all of us. We love all three of you and pray for you daily. Love Grandpa and Grandma Rose
ReplyDeleteGarrett & Kaydi,
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on the arrival of Gibson. He is a darling little boy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you continue to deal with the ups and downs of his daily progress. Your strength and love for each other will help you through this challenge. I am glad you were able to hold Gibson. It is what every parent needs. Thanks for the up-dates. We continue to pray for you. Everything is in the Lord's hands!!