Day 24
Emma is 27 weeks old today, and celebrated with yet another great day. Her ventilator pressure was lowered a little more, and so was her oxygen. For part of the morning today, she was on only 21% oxygen, which is the lowest setting on her ventilator and equivalent to room air. Because of her wonderful progress, the doctors are planning to extubate her in the morning! We are thrilled about this, but admittedly a little nervous. The doctors have explained that they are challenging her a little bit to see how she responds. Based on our research and discussions with the doctors, it is common for young babies to go back and forth between intubation and the other ventilator, so even though Emma may have to be re-intubated, we are still excited that they feel comfortable enough to try extubating her. And of course, she will continue to be monitored closely in case she does not respond well without the tube.
Mom is going to head to bed early tonight to be at the hospital bright and early tomorrow morning, so unfortunately no pictures today. Please keep your fingers and toes crossed and keep those prayers coming that Emma does well with her new ventilator!
We are so excited about what this day holds for you, little Emma. It's a BIG step in your young lfe! Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your Mommy and Daddy today and every day. oxoxox
ReplyDeleteOur prayers are with you! Love, The Faust Family
ReplyDeleteI am so happy for all of you. My thoughts and prayers will be with you throughout the day. Love Ya,Karen.
ReplyDeleteI can't wait to hear what she sounds like! I bet she is very excited to express herself.
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