BM!
The excellent news of late is that Nolan has had a bowel movement (actually, more than one). I believe that when they did the heart surgery, they also dilated some narrowed passage a bit, which seems to have cleared the way for waste to exit the body. This is a Very Good Thing, as it means there is not a blockage that would cause them to have to do another surgery.
Otherwise, Nolan is doing well post-surgery. Yesterday, Kara reports that he was very agitated in the morning but they managed to get him calmed down by the middle of the day. It’s a balancing act with the oygen level, pressure, and drugs, but none of those are at notably high levels at the moment. Clear skies, only very mild turbulence at the moment.
Sunday, October 29, 2006 at 6:30 am
Yahoo! Another milestone down… Please let us know what the next challenge for Nolan is as he grows and grows so that we can send appropriate vibes.
Peter y Paco
Sunday, October 29, 2006 at 11:19 am
I think that is the first poop to bring a tear to my eye… Way to go Nolan. You are one tough bean!
Sunday, October 29, 2006 at 8:39 pm
Good job, Nolan! We are cheering and praying you on to these health and strength, one day at a time. We’ll keep checking in.
Sunday, October 29, 2006 at 10:14 pm
Hooray! May they be the first of many happy poopy diapers to come. Best to all– keeping you in our prayers. Miranda, Phil, & Griffin
Sunday, October 29, 2006 at 10:19 pm
Good job on the poopy diaper, Nolan! We’re cheering on the poopy diapers knowing that with each poopie you’re getting energy from your liquid gold and getting healthier.
Alexis will match you one poopy diaper at a time….Keep them coming! Take care, Kevin, Lori, and Alexis
Monday, October 30, 2006 at 7:31 am
Blessings for small miracles. Who would have ever thought there would be hallelujahs for a bowel movement! Go Nolan!
Monday, October 30, 2006 at 9:05 pm
Nolan is in our thoughts and prayers. We are glad to hear of the successful bowel movement. Ronan and Kara let me know how Bob and I can help. Stay strong - you are in our thoughts. Donna and Bob Kanich