So Becca was released from the hospital today and was able to come down to see little baby Jackson. I am so grateful for her nursing knowledge. This has been such a help. Becca was able to get down here a little after 4:30 this evening. We then got things settled where we are staying and went to the hospital. Becca was very strong with the situation and asked a lot of questions of the nurses attending little Jackson. Becca was able to stroke her little boys feet and watch him move for the first time. Jackson has been able to move a little bit. Again they don't want him to move to much to upset the balance of the ECMO machine. I have loved the support of all those who have given our family so much support; however, it is nice to have my wife at my side to help in the decisions and care of our son.
Many of you have asked how you can help us in our situation. We have been able to get a room at the Ronald McDonald House. They charge a low cost of $15 dollars a night. Though I am not a fan of asking for money that would be the most help in our situation. We have received great support from family to help in food by taking us out to eat, but we just need some support to help with the expenses of living away from home and medical expenses while maintaining our life in Rexburg. Please don't feel obligated to donate to this fund, but if you find yourself in a position to donate some moony, it would be very appreciated. If you choose to do so there is a paypal link off to the side.
Jackson continues to make progress. In a meeting this morning with the Doctor, we were informed that Jackson's pulmonary hypertension is all but gone. He is slowly starting to get rid of the swelling that is so apparent in his photos. They even gave him a medication to help with getting rid of all of his retained water. At the rate that he is going they are hoping he will be off ECMO by Saturday. Just as a heads up to all of you after he gets off of ECMO, there is probably still a couple weeks of recovery. We are very pleased with the progress that he continues to make. Again we are thankful for your prayers in Jackson's behalf. We feel those prayers daily. Please continue to pray for Becca as she continues to recover and for both of us in our emotional strength.
Yay! It must feel great to be together again--it feels so much better to have the support and physical presence of a spouse during times like this.
ReplyDeleteSO GLAD you set up the paypal account. There are so many people that want to help but don't know how, and this will provide them with a way to do that.
Thanks for the updates, it's the first thing we check every morning.
We are all so relieved to hear Jackson is doing better. Truly prayers have been and continue to be answered. Bekah and Parker have done a good job keeping us informed. Good job on the blog:) Hugs to you both and your little fighter.
ReplyDeleteVery nice little blog you set up here. My prayers and thoughts are with baby Jackson and the two of you during this stressful time. So glad to hear he is starting to do better! Love cousin Amy Willoughby
ReplyDeleteYou are definitely in our prayers! So glad Becca and family are reunited!
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