Feb 3, 2009

Dear Family & Friends,
Everyday we thank you for continued prayer and support! Kolton has had a little set-back in the last day. After going back on the CPAP, he has still continued to roller coaster with is breathing and oxygenation of his blood. Yesterday's echo cardiogram revealed that the hole in his heart is starting to close slightly. This is the most likely culprit of his instability. Of course the outstanding people of Children's are watching him very closely. He was given an IV of additional fluids last night and will most likely go back on a medication to help keep the hole open. What he is going through is somewhat normal for premies at this stage with his heart condition.
On a positive note, he is now up to 2lbs 12.5oz and has gone up to 8ml per hour in feedings. I was able to kangaroo with him again yesterday, and Kyle will be there today to do the same. When we kangaroo, he remains stable. It really makes you want to hold him all day everyday.
Emotionally we are starting to feel the drain of having a family living under 2 roofs. But, we continue to hand it to God every time we start to doubt. We know with His strength and the power of all your prayers, all things are possible. Thank you so much for continuing to bless us with your prayer, love, and messages!
Love and Hugs-
Gretchen
P.S. My apologies for the typos in yesterday's post and any others going forward. :)