Overnight, Loki did not do well on the SiPAP breathing machine, and had to be put back on the respirator. The worst part is putting a tube down his throat. That simply sounds quite unpleasant. But it went more smoothly this time than last. A specialist doctor looked in his throat, and it looked OK. Now we hope that the trouble maker stops trying to pull out the tube long enough for his lungs to strengthen.
Untitled (written 8/30/2008)
5 months ago
3 comments:
Lieve Mom & Dad,
What a tiny little kaboutertje! We had a local Leusden friendchat - taking our kids to school - about you guys and wish so much that we could come over and spoil all of you. It is amazing to see how a little kabouter gets so much love and care. I just wish I could take some of the sorrows out of your hands. Sending a lot of relaxation vibe and healthy breast energy. Take care. I love you.
Kyra
There is an old saying from Nigeria that translates "little by little, bit by bit". That seems like a good mantra for your family and Loki's progress right now. Hang in there, and when you are chasing him around the park and can't keep up in a year or two, this will be a distant memory.
Cheryl
I know you both feel as if its two steps forward and then one step back....because it is; and that's how it is with micro-premies. But he is developing and getting stronger every day. Glad to hear that the Indomethacin seems to have worked. Now Loki can concentrate on lung maturity!
Keep up with your good diet, vitamins and rest, Mom. Dad, keep taking such good care of your two "patients" and doing such an excellent job on the blog!
Hugs to Loki.
Nurse Janet
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