Evangeline has developed a second infection, they are not sure what it is yet, but they think it's a skin infection. They added a third type of antibiotic to her treatment, gave her a second blood transfusion, and threw in a few more IVs... Her NEC remains the same, it has not progressed at this point, so that is good. However, we are not on the upswing yet, but very much in the midst of fighting. If we can make it through Tuesday without things worsening, then we can exhale and know she is recovering.
Her sis is far away in a progressive unit, showing off, and we pray that she doesn't catch any of this. Evangeline was always at increased risk because the whole pregnancy she had blood flow/distribution issues...How much more can her poor 2lb body take?
Thank you so much for you prayers and support! It gives us hope and strength.
Cannot stop thinking about you all. I am continually praying for all of you, especially Evangeline.
ReplyDeleteI don't know your family but found your blog when researching info for a friend who is newly diagnosed with TTTS and also had laser ablation surgery in Houston. I'm also a pediatric nurse. I have been following your story and praying for your family all the way from Washington DC. Standing with you and trusting in God's plan for your family. Put your hope in HIM.
ReplyDeleteHey Laura & Ryan,
ReplyDeleteWe are praying for you and your sweet baby girls. Y'all have been on one heck of a ride and I know are exhausted. We are glad these babies are here and in great hands. Praying for Evangeline's infection to clear up and for her to be able to grow. I know twin girls born at 32 weeks and they are energetic 1st graders now. Hard to imagine! Praying for peace and comfort.
love,
the sorgenfreis
RUF @ mississippi state
Laura,
ReplyDeleteI'm praying 7 hours ahead of y'all. I love you, dear one. He's holding your hand.
Praying! And I just wanted you to know that I was born at 28 weeks back in 1980 and turned out just fine. I was 2 lbs 2 oz when I was born. Praying for your sweet girls. Ashley (RUF wife in Utah)
ReplyDeleteWe just prayed for your family and for healing for Evangeline. We are moving to Tyler for my husband to be the RUF cm there, and I look forward to meeting you and your girls someday soon. Brittany and Dan Smith.
ReplyDeleteI am praying for you and your girls daily for God's strength to overcome all of this.
ReplyDeleteWE are praying for you guys constantly.
ReplyDeletePraying for your family!
ReplyDeletePRAYING!!! Thank you for taking the time to update...
ReplyDeleteAmy Wood
Praying for you all.
ReplyDeleteOur hearts are heavy with the news of another infection. We are praying for the four of you with a special P.S. for Evangeline. We know that God is holding you in his hand and will do what is best for our sweet little girl. Aunt Virginia and Uncle Troy
ReplyDeleteOur church, Aliso creek presbyterian church, prayed for you all Sunday. We will continue to pray
ReplyDeletePraying for y'all while we are here at RUF summer conference!
ReplyDeleteAubra
RUF Kennesaw State intern
I'm praying for your family.
ReplyDeleteI too had laser ablation surgery in Houston with Dr. Moise and Dr. Johnson. I'm currently 28 weeks pregnant. I've been following your blog.
God bless you and your family.
Praying for you guys...what a long, hard road. Know God is faithful but also know it's hard to find strength to get through each day. The NICU is a really scary place. Praying that the transfusion and meds for Evangeline are working. Know today is a critical day in the process. Much love....Emily Bates
ReplyDeletePraying, praying, praying! Asking God to stop this NEC in it's tracks and to please turn it around. Praying for all that come in contact with her. Praying for Evangeline's Mommy and Daddy and sister Audrey. Covering you all in prayer - watching for God to do great and mighty things!!! Love you much!!!!
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