Yesterday was the first day in 3 1/2 weeks I was able to hold Kate. I was definitely ready for it. It's still a little hard trying to juggle all of the equipment, but we did it. We've found that she likes to be held up rather than cradled. She is such a sweet girl.Kate is still doing well on the BiPAP. However, she is having a hard time blowing off her CO2, which is causing her to require more positive pressure. At this point, she hasn't really shown a significant change in coming closer to breathing on her own. We've decided to schedule the Tracheostomy surgery for Monday. However, we haven't lost hope that in the next couple of days, she could turn a corner and therefore, not have to go through with the surgery. One great thing is now that she is off all of the narcotics, she is so active and back to the old Kate.
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Thank you for your absolutely amazing example. I think I will hold my kids a little longer tomorrow.
And thanks for your quotes of the week. It's nice to be reminded of what's important.
Kate is in my prayers. She is one amazing cutie patutie.
Angee Draper
Hi there, I'm so happy you were finally able to hold Kate. That's good news! I'm sure she was so happy to be on her mommy's lap. Sure love you guys.
Marcae,
I hope if it comes down to it, Kate's surgery goes well on Monday. We will definately keep her in our prayers! You look darling! Candace
Yeah! I loved seeing Kate and mommy together! I'm sure you both really needed that! We love you guys!
Hey Marcae! It is Jenny Roper. I just started a blog not long ago and remembered you had one too. I did a little searching and found ya. I am going to add you to my links so I can check on you guys :).
It looks like you have been through some hurdles since we saw you guys at Gary and Shirley's homecoming. I am happy you were able to hold Kate--I am sure there isn't any medicine in the world that could compare to a mother's touch. I will keep sweet, Kate in my prayers.
My blog is theroperfam.blogspot.com if you are interested! I am so happy I found you.
Take care. Lots of Love!
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