Callie's two biggest challenges that she is facing right now are Intraventricular hemorrhage (IVH) and Patent ductus arteriosis (PDA). Both are very common in premies, but both carry significant risk. With the IVH, it is basically a waiting game at this point. She had a significant bleed on the left side of her brain and more moderate bleed on the the right side. They believe the bleeding has stopped now and it will just take time to assess the damage. It is possible she will have to have a procedure in a few weeks to relieve the pressure. The hardest thing right now is that there are no clear answers. Each baby handles these bleeds differently. The only thing we can do is pray that Callie continues to rebound from each set back. The PDA is more common, from what we are told. There is a medication that is supposed to help close the duct that they are trying to get Callie back on. The problem was that she couldn't take that medication with the active bleed. Today she is getting more platelates so that hopefully tonight, she can start that medication again.
We have attached two pictures to this post. The first is a picture
of Callie's diaper next to my blackberry. And the second is of her backside. I am sure when she is older she will hate that I posted this, but it is too cute not to pass along! She definitely got that butt from Daddy!!
..we love you, baby girl....
ReplyDeleteLee and Marcy,
ReplyDeleteIt is impossible to know how you are feeling, except that you love Callie in a way you did not know was even possible until last Friday. I have the three of you and all of Callie's doctors in my daily prayers. I pray that God gives wisdom to the medical team, I pray that both of you remain strong and positive and I pray that Callie continues each day to grow a bit more and win the battles put before her. I promise to keep praying...you guys take care of each other and of course, sweet little Callie.
Blessings,
Nancy Kenney
She is so precious! Know that we are praying for the 3 of you constantly. It doesn't surprise us one bit that she's strong ... a fighter to the core ... traits that her mom has definitely shown us over the years! Stay positive for each other and Callie - think of her as a belated birthday present, an early stork delivery!!! You have this entire part of Myrtle Beach praying for you, just like you do from NY, Maryland, WV and everywhere else ...
ReplyDeleteLove, Bev & Bill
Our thoughts and prayers continue to be with you all. Thank you for keeping everyone updated with the blog. We can't even imagine how overwhelmed you must be with phone calls and Callie questions. Take care of that little angel and each other. We'll catch up soon when things start to calm down a little for you.
ReplyDeleteWe love you guys!
Kelly and Aaron
PS - We love her name - great choice!
Thanks for the updates Marci. Praying every day. BTW, I haven't had the pleasure of seeing Lee's butt as you have mentioned, but thanks for the mental image. Lots of love from the Howards. Go Callie!
ReplyDeleteLee, Marci & Callie, We are thinking about you guys everyday and keeping you in our prayers! May God watch over baby Callie!!!
ReplyDeleteSending you our love!!!
Jon, Amanda & Sadie
Wow that diaper is TIIIIINY!!! Thinking of you guys and praying for Callie...I can't wait to meet her!
ReplyDeleteHi Callie, We are keeping a loving vigil.
ReplyDeleteGod bless you. We love you all, Great Gran & Gramps
PS I hope you didn't get any of our stupid genes! This is the third time I have tried to leave a message.. Gran
Hey Lee and Marcy,
ReplyDeleteCallie is definitely in my prayers. you two stay strong for her. This is the most difficult part of being a parent where you have to put what you are feeling aside and be strong for her. May god watch over Princess Callie!!!!