Baby Christian

Baby Christian
Christian was born with two very rare congenital heart defects; Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome (HLHS) and Endocardial Fibroelastosis (EFE) He will require three (two down, one to go!) open-heart surgeries to sustain life. He is a miracle and a blessing. We are so greatful to have him here with us. Thank you for stopping in. Lilypie 2nd Birthday Ticker

Tuesday, April 15, 2008

Extubated!

Christian was extubated tonight at 8:30! He is doing great! He even let out a nice toot! (That is a very important thing in the medical community.) He is still crying a lot as you can imagine. At first there was no sound, just tears, but now that the breathing tube is out, he makes little hoarse cries. It is the saddest thing EVER! He is waking up more and more, but they keep him pretty drugged up so that he doesn't get carried away and pulls out tubes. His little face is so swollen, it doesn't even look like him. They said that the swelling will most likely be worse tomorrow as will the pain level, but after that, things should be getting better. We'll post more pictures and updates tomorrow. Good night!
Nicole and Bryan

4 comments:

Jeanne said...

What good news. He is one tough little boy. Take care, and I love you guys. Try to get some rest tonight.

Grandma Jeanne

Anonymous said...

Sweet little punkin'... sending our love and positive thoughts for no pain for the little guy. Heal fast Christian!

Lorrie and Tanya

ginnysisters said...

Our thoughts and good wishes are with you all!!!! Speedy recovery too!! We hope you get some rest. The hard work starts when you get home for sure. Love, Ginny, Karen and Kennedy

Anonymous said...

Yeah, Christian!!!! Glad things seem to be going well. My thoughts are with you as are Kennedy's. Give that baby a kiss for me,snot and drool and all, and know that you are not alone.