We got up and came in to the hospital this morning again. We brought Kaylee with us. We were able to just hang out with Alivia and Kaylee and Ryan and I. Alivia had a great night. She had been breathing on her own since about 8:30 am so just before noon, they removed her breathing tube. Taking out that tube really made a lot of difference with how she looked. She had also had 2 bowel movements which was good progress as well.
She opened her eyes this morning. That just made our day. We spent about 2 hours with her this morning before headed back to Kristines for lunch. It was such a positive morning.
About 430, the PICU nurse called to say that she was doing so well that she graduated and was moved to the regular baby room. So we packed our stuff up and moved back up to the hospital. Since we got up here, she has had her eyes open and was able to focus on us for a little while.
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| About 730 pm on 4/3/11, 2 days after surgery |
It is so wonderful to hear that Alivia is recovering well! Your family is a wonderful example of faith and strength!
ReplyDeleteI'm so happy for you that things are going well.
ReplyDeleteThis is such good news! You've been in our prayers. Alivia looks adorable in that picture. We'll continue to pray for a quick and un-complicated recovery for her.
ReplyDelete-Traci (Smith) Hansen
We've been praying for you all. Thought about you during all the adversity/trial talks ; ) So happy to read that things are going well!
ReplyDeleteWhew, you're through the first major hurdle! Elder Russell Nelson gave a talk on Saturday that you would enjoy hearing, if you missed it, get on LDS.org and listen to the recording he talked about angels and children in the ICU, I thought of you and hoped you heard it!
ReplyDeleteHave a great day, thanks for the updates.
I have been keeping updated on the situation with your sweet Alivia. I am Janessa Meek's sister, Julieanne, and she first let me know about Alivia when she heard the news you were at Primary's. Our youngest son, Lewis, has had three intestinal surgeries at Primary's in the past year so we know what comes with spending day after day at the hospital. Although, Lewis' situation was different, I would love to lend some support, if you'd like. My email is, hammondsj@gmail.com. Please don't hesitate to email me.
ReplyDeleteWe have been keeping your family in our prayers and praying for Alivia's recovery and health. Babies are so resilient, strong and brave! :)