from a bottle. That is "impressive" according to his doctor. He has to coordinate breathing through his nose, getting the milk, and swallowing. Late last night I was able to feed him two bottles of milk and he rewarded me with a loud burp! They were able to lower his pain medication and he is tolerating the rigors of nose suctioning every 4 hours. He is able to keep his heart rate and respiration rate down -- except for when they suction, but hey my heart rate and respiration rate would go up if they stuck a vacuum in my nose!You are sure to notice more tape on his head. After finally getting the breathing tube out they decided to put an IV in his head. This may sound terrible but it is less pain and they got a better vein. It is very common in the NICU. They also added a device called a "vapotherm" that keeps the air he is breathing warm and wet. It makes it easier for him, but adds more tape to his face.
This picture is of Al. He is one of the great Respiratory Therapists. He is also a friend from our
church and school. He is one of the many many people who have been so awesome to Joseph. We cannot say enough about the great care he is receiving at Children's Hospital. We will also never be able to thank them properly. So if you are saying prayers for Joseph we ask that you put in a word of thanksgiving for the doctors, nurses, respiratory therapists and all the people who care so much and do so much for the children who find themselves there.Finally, several people have said they want a picture of Joseph with his eyes open. So here are a few more from last night. We agree that he does look much better with his blue eyes open.
Love ,
Kenny and Mary
p.s. I found the setting that lets anyone leave a comment. So, feel free to leave a message for Joseph and family.
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The love and prayers of the Asip family are going out to you across the miles. Please know you are constantly in our thoughts. You have one special little guy there! I wish we could be with you.....Love, Debbie, Steve, Kelly & Glen, Leanne, and Sean
Our thoughts & prayers are with your family. Wishing the little one a speedy recovery. He is so precious. May your home be continued to be blessed. All My Love to you all! Silvia McCusker
Hi Kenny and Mary. We've asked our little guy, John Steven, to stay on full prayer alert for the duration. We are confident that everything will be fine. It's a relief to us, and we admire the fact, that you guys have handled this in such a terrific manner. I know that your attitude through this enire process has made such a positive impact on your daughters. I love all the smiles!! Please know that you all will be constantly in our prayers prayers. Debbie and Steve
I'm so glad to hear and "see" that Joseph is making progress!! I will keep all of you in my prayers, and congratulations to you on having another amazing child in the family!
Kenny and Mary,
Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you from Virginia too! It's great to see the progress that little Joseph has made in just a few days. That's the power of prayer and wonderful care! Keep us updated...and we LOVE the pics!
Gerald and Tracy Ebert
Dear Ken and Mary,
We have prayed for the swift and complete recovery of baby Joseph. We know that the Lord is watching over him and he will soon be home. Baby Joseph can sense your faith and strength and he gains from it. Our best wishes for all the Lund Family.
Sincerely,
The Barzallo's
(Vianni, Etienne, Genesis, Vivian and Edwin)
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