Wednesday, October 27, 2010

Poor Little Guy

 Our little Jacob had his heart surgery this afternoon. They were able to successfully remove the narrow part of the aorta. The surgery went perfectly, and seeing him was not nearly as bad as going to see Ryker after his heart surgery.  It was pretty hard to hand him over for surgery and so many emotions resurfaced of saying goodbye to him that we experienced with Ryker. I do not think it gets any easier sending a child to surgery.


 He was still under the effects of the anesthesia when we were allowed to go back so he was pretty snockered. He will rest tonight and than first thing in the morning they will start trialing him off the ventilator
, and than start removing lines through the day. There was scar tissue in his lungs so the surgeon had to actually loosen his lung from against the wall of his chest. He feels it is from all of the drainings and than shunt placement. All the nurses and doctors assured us that he is doing perfect and that with this surgery, these little ones are typically home in 3-6 days. I could not believe that we could have Jacob home next week.



We brought Collin up to see his little brother Monday night. We will not be bringing Collin up again before Jacob comes home, because Collin is not the best PICU/CICU visitor. Hopefully things will go more smoothly once Jacob comes home, but I know it is going to be an adjustment. I will update more tomorrow but hopefully Jacob will sail through everything and we will be back to feeding, holding, and loving on our little guy. So
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  1. Stephanie PeayOctober 27, 2010 at 6:25 AM

    Congrats! I am glad everything is going as well as it can! He is adorable! My prayers are with you!

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  2. JenOctober 27, 2010 at 7:32 AM

    Emily and Mike,
    We're praying for you. Your tiny one is beautiful (and we LOVE the name!) We're praying he's back in your arms and HOME very, very soon.

    Love,
    Luke's family

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  3. tinkermouseOctober 27, 2010 at 8:39 AM

    Hi! I'm visiting from the BBC VBAC board. Congratulations on little Jacob, he is precious! Thoughts and prayers for a speedy recovery and wonderful health for both of you!

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  4. Jen NelsonOctober 27, 2010 at 8:56 AM

    Sooo glad everything went perfectly!! Praying for a quick recovery and that he comes HOME soon!!

    Sending love and prayers!!

    Please let us know if you need anything!!

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  5. McClellan FamilyOctober 27, 2010 at 9:01 AM

    Hi Mike and Emily,
    Your little guys is in my prayers. He is so precious!! You guys are so strong and courageous. I like to blog hop and find those that need some extra prayers.-Lisa

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  6. JamieOctober 27, 2010 at 9:26 AM

    I'm so happy that everything went well with Jacob's surgery. I will continue to send prayers and positive thoughts your way for a smooth recovery.

    Also, I like that you picked the name Jacob, it's a strong name..for a strong little boy :)

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  7. ElissaOctober 27, 2010 at 12:43 PM

    Hi!

    I am a visitor to your blog. I don't comment enough, but I just wanted to say that we're praying for your little guy over here and hope everything goes well and he can come home quickly! I am in awe of what your family has gone through and the faith and cheerfulness you have through it all. What a beautiful little boy you have! congratulations!!!

    --Elissa

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  8. KendalOctober 27, 2010 at 1:16 PM

    Oh my gosh what a miracle! I'm so happy things are going well and that he will hopefully be home soon! Congrats!

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  9. TracyOctober 27, 2010 at 3:54 PM

    He is beautiful! Yay he will be home soon, rest up momma. I'm so happy for you. Take care. God Bless you and your new little guy.

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  10. ciciOctober 27, 2010 at 9:38 PM

    so precious. When you hold him give him an extra kiss from his angel siblings in heaven.
    xxoo

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  11. Kayce PearsonOctober 27, 2010 at 11:53 PM

    Oh that is so wonderful! I am keeping you guys in my prayers, and hoping he can come home soon!!!

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  12. nearlynotquite.comOctober 28, 2010 at 3:09 PM

    Hooray! So glad the surgery went well, praying for no complications, fast healing and home with his beautiful family as soon as possible!

    The worst is nearly over - and You've made it! x

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  13. P. FamilyOctober 28, 2010 at 7:46 PM

    Congrats!! I'm just thrilled for your family! I'm so happy for this little gift, that will help ease the pain this time of year brings your family.

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  14. likeschocolateOctober 28, 2010 at 10:24 PM

    Yeah! I am so excited for your guys and I am glad that your journey is almost to an end in that your sweet little baby will be home in the next week. So glad that you didn't have to wait and were able to get it over with.

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  15. AngOctober 29, 2010 at 6:24 AM

    Emily --
    I know we have never met but I have followed your blog forever! Our daughter was born with HLHS and has had a heart transplant. She is having a heart cath today. I'll be at PCMC all day and would love to meet you
    Angela VanShaar

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  16. StephOctober 29, 2010 at 11:37 AM

    Praying for you here too. What a miracle boy he is, beautiful too! Here's praying he's in your arms soon and home safe and sound. Has the hydropse been a non issue?

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  17. Traci BulkleyOctober 29, 2010 at 4:46 PM

    Oh I'm so glad everything went well! I hope you do get to take him home really soon! Until then, try and rest! Congrats again!!

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