Roller Coaster

It definitely feels like we have been on a rollercoaster lately. Braden is doing great one day, then not so much so the next. Currently, the doctors believe Braden has a blood infection, which is being treated with antibiotics. Then today they tell us he had some blood in his stool last night. So now they are concerned he might have an infection in his intestines. I spoke with his doctor today and he informed us they were temporarily taking Braden off of his formula. They are doing so to give his intestines a rest and let them heal up. He will be on an IV during the next 24-48 hours. We did speak to his nurse tonight and she let us know Braden had 3 bowel movements today, and no blood. That is a good sign, hopefully the blood was just a fluke deal, maybe just a small tear. Braden is resting well and his blood gases are being slowed down to only 3 times a week. He used to get 2 a day. Just a few setbacks, but luckily we feel they are minor, infections can usually be kept in control and treated with medication. Although we feel like we have been on a rollercoaster of emotions, Braden's ride has been relatively mild, as far as these situations go. We are thankful for that and just hope things keep getting better.

Thanks again for everyone stopping by to check up on our son. We wish we could thank everyone personally and give you all a big hug. For now, typing our gratitude is about all we can do. We would sure like to hear from everyone who reads this blog, feel free to click on the comments link and let us know who's checking it out and where you are from. It would mean a lot to us and a lot to Braden one day. Will close for now, hope you all have a good Easter weekend and get to spend time with family. Steve & Annie