Thursday, January 25, 2007

So many variables

We're home from the hospital and Grant started on his iron supplements today. Please pray that the iron will have the right impact and that his breathing will slow down as a result. Unfortunately, he is still really unhappy (thrashing, grunting etc.) and has thrown up both his feedings today. He won't take the bottle again. We are not sure if we should take out his feeding tube because it could be making his acid reflux worse, or to keep it in because that is the only way he is getting nutrients at this point. It appears he can't both suck the bottle and get air. But, we've heard of other babies who were so happy to have the tube out that they started eating again. There are so many variables and things to try. I am feeling pretty overwhelmed...

4 comments:

Anonymous said...

Shannon, just let God do the worrying.... you'll know what the right thing to do and when.....

Remember you a mom.... and mom's ALWAYS know best..

Tammy Mines

Anonymous said...

Hang in there...

Anonymous said...

Shannon,
We love you and believe in you and Jim. Listen to all the medical advice and then do what you think is best. You are two smart people.
tons of love.

Anonymous said...

Dear Shannon and Jim,
This blogging thing is a wonderful way to update and reach so many! I have been prayerfully following along and want to thank you for all of your entries-- they've shown answered prayer and help direct me how to pray for you all. Right now my prayer is for peace, confidence, rest, and success in feeding!
with love in Him,
Lisa from CBS