Tuesday, February 24, 2009

Day 19: Chest Tube is Out



Here is Evie sleeping peacefully today after getting a dose of Ativan (a drug used along with methadone to wean her from the narcotic painkillers). Her chest tube was removed today with no problems. Notice her wrists and hands: she is still clutching the pink and black bracelets from Auntie Clare! It's been over 24 hours and she hasn't let go of them - awww! We read some stories today and Evie turned the pages while holding onto her jewelry.

Today I gave her a bottle of half apple juice/ half water. Her nurse said it would be easier for her to keep that down than formula, and so far it seems to be working. We need her to keep on eating (and no more barfing) and to breathe a little easier (her breathing is still a little fast.) I played peek-a-boo with her today a got a giggle out of her. We can't wait to have her home!

5 comments:

Unknown said...

How sweet is it that she's holding on to Clare's bracelets!! We're so glad she's doing so well!! We know you guys can't wait to have her home and have your family back together!!

reese55 said...

She looks SO good. The pics from yesterday are so cute too. She is really looking good you guys! We're so happy to see these pics of her and hear that everything is going steadily well, day by day. And thank goodness she hasn't lost sight of priorities - jewelry always comes first. We all know that the right piece of jewelry can make or break your outfit, even if your outfit is tubes and bandages. Looking forward to hearing the stories of the twins reunion! Love to you all, c&c

NC Rosols said...

Evie -- you look like a sweet little angel in that photo. And yes, bling is good! You can't go wrong with a couple of bracelets. Accessorization is everything! Your NC cousins are following your progress and rooting for you all the way! Yay Evie!! Love to you and your folks from Marlene & Phil

Bob Kersting said...

I'm glad to know Auntie Clare left the bracelets. It is an overwhelming delight to me, to see how strong she is.

chris john Photography said...

we have been following your babies progress on a daily basis, and have you in our prayers, we are very happy that things are going well, children are precious, I am sure you can not wait of having her home and holding her in your arms. all our love and prayers
Chris and Marilyn John