Yesterday Grant got to see the outside world for the first time since we came home from the hospital. It is not an easy thing to get Grant out of the house because he has to be hooked up to the portable oxygen tank at all times. Right now it takes both Jim and me to do this, but hopefully after a while I will feel comfortable doing it myself. Jim plans to go back next week, after a full month off. I'm so thankful to have his help this week as we settle into life.
My mom has been an amazing help running errands, feeding Grant, singing to him and making his special "protein shakes." Speaking of "protein shakes" (a special high calorie formula that Grant needs), please pray that Grant's stomach tolerates the new recipe that we are starting tonight. We tried to give it to him a few days ago, but his little tummy wouldn't tolerate it. He really needs to gain weight and strength at this point. Please also continue to pray for healing for Grant's lungs. He continues to breathe really fast, which is within the normal range for him, but still faster than healthy babies. He can only take a few sips from his bottle at this point before he needs to rest and take catch his breath.
On the other hand, his lungs must be working pretty well, because I can hear a cry in the next room...
6 comments:
Hey you two (three!) Thanks for all the updates and pictures. We are continuing to pray for you so keep us posted on all of your needs. I wish we were closer so that we could help in more tangible ways. And by closer, I mean all of you down here. I don't really want to be in Michigan in January!
Take care,
Tim and Lisa C
thank you so much for the updates - i know its hard to find time to blog with the new little one keeping you busy! cannot WAIT to talk to you more! love you guys!!!!
Sweet! Already starting on the protein shakes!
Hi Shannon, Jim and Baby Grant,
Well, Shannon....you are experiencing what every Mother experiences....and more so..because of what you have all been through....so we pray for some relaxation for all of you...in breathe and eating and sleeping.
Keep in mind...Almighty God...has you in the palm of His Almighty Hand...
We will bring before His Throne these specific needs.
You are doing great...know you have the army of God...praying..
Love,
Sheila Rog and family
Jim, Shannon and Grant,
Thanks for blogging the adventures of Grant. Sue and I are praying for the three of you. It is great to follow the future King of Schmermingham. God Bless you and keep you.
Paul and Sue Metler
God, thank you for "GRANT-ing" us a miracle. Just continue to bless this little fella and his parents.
amy & rachel, otb
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