Monday wasn't such a great day for our lil man. Isaac had a lot of intervention with changing the type of ventilator he is on, this was due to the tiny air sacs that are accumulating in his right lower lung. The new ventilator is designed to give more effective and gentle ventilation. I should note when Isaac had his 5 lung drains put in during his 1st week, he also went onto this type of ventilator and he responded well so we are praying that this happens again. It was also very clear that Isaac was very lethargic, quite pale and just all round didn't seem himself today. Sure enough Isaac's platelets had slightly elevated and after further tests it was discovered he was needing antibiotics for some sort of infection. He was also given a 2nd blood tranfusion late that night, as a lot of blood had been drawn from him throughout the day.
Our lil man Isaac is stable again, he has responded well to the blood transfusion and got his colour back, but he needs continued prayers for a speedy recovery from this infection as well as many prayers for healing his very immature lungs.
One can not prepare any Parent for the many trials and tribulations your child faces in a Neonatal Intensive Care environment. Isaac has already faced so many bumps, ups and downs and yet still there is a such a very long road ahead. We hope and pray each day for continued strength and healing for our lil man.
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Keep being strong Isaac even though you've got a long road ahead, you've come this far so you must be a fighter. I'll keep sending my prayers your way.xoxo Jen
ReplyDeleteDefinitely still praying for baby Isaac and your family Deb. Sounds like such a rollercoaster of highs and lows. The 12 hours of CPAP is fantastic. What a cute little man trying to pull it apart. Thank you so much for the updates. My love is with you. Sal xoxo
ReplyDeleteSorry to hear yesterday was a difficult day, I'm sure the ups and downs will continue but I pray there will be more good days. Glad CPAP went well, keep staying strong little man.
ReplyDeleteLots of kisses from aunty kristin xox
I keep praying for Isaac and you both. I'm glad he's stable. He sounds like such a strong little man. Will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
ReplyDeleteI am praying for Isaac. I hope the infection heals soon and that he begins to have many more ups than downs. I am in awe of your strength. I can't imagine how tough it is to see your little man in the NICU. Isaac you are a fighter- stay strong little man! Love, Jamie (uncertain)
ReplyDeleteKisses Isaac. Fynn, Maggie and Frankie are dying it meet you when you are bigger and well. We talk about you all the time, and Fynn's class have said some prayers for you. XX Love Cath and Julse
ReplyDeletethinking of baby Isaac, and sending lots of warm and positive energy!
ReplyDeletePraying without ceasing...... Keep fighting Isaac!
ReplyDeletePraying for you all!! So sorry to hear that Isaac had a bad day. He has a lot of strenght and spirit, if he manages to last that long on CPAP and even to pull the tubes apart.
ReplyDeleteWe are praying for Isaac every day and sending lots of positive energy to all you. keep fighting little Isaac!!
Keep fighting little Isaac we are all cheering you on, and sending all our prayers and love your way. Simone and Matt xx
ReplyDeleteLuke always pulled out his CPAP prongs, sounds like Isaac is just as feisty. Thinking of you all.
ReplyDelete"Aunty" Kate & "cousin" Luke
Hope all is well and the little fella is doing better.
ReplyDeleteCan't imagine how hard it is on you and Caine, Deb, but hope you are holding up as well as can be expected.
Dave, Uzma and Aisha
Poor little man. What a fighter! Always praying!
ReplyDeleteThanks for the updates via this blog!
ReplyDeleteIsaac is so sweet, Deb! He is so strong just like you... I pray for you all daily!
Thinking of you today and everyday that you are in NICU get stronger little man
ReplyDeleteyou can do this .... Big Hugs to you xxx
Thinking of you all and praying for you. Hope little Isaac doesn't have to put up with too hard of a fight.
ReplyDeleteBeen thinking of you all. Hope all is well, and that Isaac improves with each day. Love Patrick & Fleur xoxo
ReplyDeleteYou are all still in my thoughts Deb. Yes,NICU is a gruelling emotional rollercoaster, but try to stay strong - all 3 of you xxx
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