This little Chipotle burrito is not an old pic of Korbin on CPAP it is in fact,
our Brody Love!!!!! When I came in yesterday my jaw hit the floor when i saw it, the nurses said "SURPRISE!".
CPAP stands for continuous positive airway pressure. A nasal CPAP device consists of a tube with tiny prongs that fit into the baby's nose, which is hooked to a machine that provides oxygenated air into the air passages and lungs. The pressure from the CPAP machine helps keep a preemie's lungs open so he or she can breathe. However unlike the ventilator, the machine does not provide breaths for the baby, so the baby breathes on his or her own.
Oh we're so so so proud of him!
You think that's cool?!
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Are you ready?!
BAM!!! NASAL CANULA BABY!!!
Watch out brother and sisters, here I come!
That's right, Brody has caught up with the others and is breathing room air! He was only on CPAP for about 24 hours and the nurses said he has not had and apneas or bradys all day being on nasal canula! This just shows you the power of prayer!
Korbin and the girls are doing well too. Korbin has the whole eating/digesting thing down and should start gaining weight soon. Brody and the girls are still working on it....
but they'll get there!
We received the list of names of those of you who are praying for us daily, it took our breath away. Hundreds among hundreds of names are on it... people we know... people we don't know... people from all over the world... Italy, Venezuela, Germany, Canada... just to name a few. Thank you all so so so much for praying :) I have not hung the list up in the NICU yet, Bethany said she is still getting many emails that she will add to the list. If you are interested, scroll down to the post labeled "PRAYER LIST". *As most of you know, and you have seen already, life in the NICU is a roller coaster ride. Things can change (for better or worse) within seconds. Please continue to pray that the babies continue to improve and reach milestones
needed in order to go home.* Thank you!
Bret and Heather
Praying like crazy for you guys! Please let us know if there is ANYTHING we can do!
ReplyDeleteHeather and Brett, We are so happy for all of you that things are going so well. We are all praying too. God is so good.
ReplyDeleteWe are sending our love to you.
Aunt Bonnie and Uncle Larry
Awww! I want to cry. That is so wonderful! Many more prayers going out for you. Love those baby loves... :)
ReplyDeleteYes, God is so good. Our Bible study this past week showed us so many "reversals of destiny". God has certainly reversed little Brody's destiny. From last Monday having us so afraid we were going to lose him to this Monday him doing so well he could go on the CPAP. This is so awesome. This just poves we need to lean on God, He has a plan for this little guy. Love Mom
ReplyDeleteWhat wonderful news! We are so thankful....
ReplyDeleteO my goodness!! This is amazing!! God is definately at work here!! I am soo thankful and will continue to pray every day for little Brody, Baxlyn, Korbin, and Kylee!! I pray for the day where I will read on here that they are going home!! Let me know if you need anything at all!!
ReplyDeleteOh you guys, we're so excited! God is so good! I can't wait to finally meet them. We're still praying hard though! We want them to be home safe and sound! We'll keep the prayer pager beeping!! ;)
ReplyDeleteAwesome news, mama! It's the little milestones along the way that make it all seem okay. That just makes my night!
ReplyDeleteWill continue to pray for your beautiful crew!
Love from KS,
Moni
This is great news! I have been checking on you and your family since I read your story int he Paper. Just wanted to let you know that our church and ladies bible study is/will be in prayer for your family!
ReplyDeleteGod Bless you all!
Michelle
Isn't that the best when you walk in and one of them has made progress - that is just the best feeling and it makes you so proud of your little miracle. You guys are doing a great job. Go Broady Love Go!
ReplyDeleteWe love you!
King Quads
This brought tears to my eyes!!! What wonderful news!
ReplyDeleteLove,
Deanna
Woo Hoo! Go God!!!!!!!
ReplyDeleteGOD IS GOOD -- ALL THE TIME
ReplyDeleteALL THE TIME -- GOD IS GOOD!!
PSALM 121:7-9
7 The LORD will keep you from all harm—
he will watch over your life;
8 the LORD will watch over your coming and going both now and forevermore.
LOVE YOU ALL!
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ReplyDeleteLOVE YOU ALL!
Sis (Aunt Beth)
How exciting! Congrats!
ReplyDeleteJac
The POWER OF PRAYER! I am beyond thrilled that they are doing so well! Praise God! I pray for you every moment I have. I am so excited and can't wait to see the next pictures! What a nice pic of mommy and me! I am sure there will be millions more!!!! Today is a great day!
ReplyDeleteHow exciting! I am so happy for you Heather! Those babie are doing amazing! They will be home befor eyou know it!
ReplyDeleteUnbelievable! Unbelievable! What little miracles you have on your hands...you are blessed
ReplyDeleteThat is amazing! Praise the Lord! He is so good!
ReplyDeleteI'll keep praying for you all!
-Erika in NH
i am still thinking about u guys often. especially when i walk by room 13. thoughts and prayers are with u all. talina (L&D)
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