Back on the vent
Nolan seems to have tuckered out yesterday and had a couple of “events” that led the docs to reintubate him last night/early this morning. He was having trouble maintaining his breathing and heart rate which could have resulted from the sedation he is on for pain maintenance, in addition to all the extra fluid he is receiving through his iv and the fluid his body and lungs are retaining, in addition to some potential collapse in his lungs. no one knows for sure, but most believe its a combination of a lot of factors, the biggest contributor being the fact that Nolan is a small, premature baby who already spent a long time on the ventilator and just underwent major surgery. a tall order even for a superbean. kara and i feel a little better after hearing the docs say this is a bump in the road, not a tremendous setback, and that they believe nolan will be doing better and better as he recovers from his surgery. Still it is undescrbibably difficult to see your little baby in pain and seemingly in a place we thought we had long passed through. Keep us close as usual and pray for Nolan to rest and regroup. Again and again, thank you all for your love and support.
Thursday, February 1, 2007 at 1:30 pm
Big love and support to all you guys and especially for the Bean. He’s gonna get over this bump in the road just fine, me thinks. Many hugs. KK
Thursday, February 1, 2007 at 1:57 pm
Nolan, Jesus loves you, this we know, for the Bible tells us so. Little ones to Him belong, they are weak but He is strong. Yes, Jesus loves you, and so do we. Praying for a speedy recovery and peace and comfort for all. Keeping the faith for wonderful times to come.
Thursday, February 1, 2007 at 7:45 pm
Rest peacefully on the vent, Little Bump Master. Let your body heal from your surgery. Love to you,Mom and Dad.
Renee
Thursday, February 1, 2007 at 11:52 pm
Dear little one, rest assured that our prayers and big love are with you. My computer has been down for days and I just now got all the news. The pictures are wonderful. We are all resting in the hope and faith that all is and will be well.
Much love, Margaret
Friday, February 2, 2007 at 6:32 am
Little Bump Master is the most appropriate and creative nickname I’ve ever heard for anyone! I love it. We’ll pray for all y’all-including and especially Ronan and Kara. We love you.
Friday, February 2, 2007 at 9:18 am
Love to all. We pray that this will be temporary and assist Nolan’s tissues in recieving the oxygen they need to heal quickly. I cannot imagine how you, the parents of this mircle babay, are weathering the ups and the downs, but know you are supported and admired for your loving hard work to keep Nolan with us.
Friday, February 2, 2007 at 9:51 am
Finest healing vibes to one small body and three large spirits are coming to the UNC 4th floor from all directions.
Friday, February 2, 2007 at 10:29 am
Yes, a slight set back, but Superbean can handle it! Extra love & prayers to see him through this hiccup.
xxx
Friday, February 2, 2007 at 3:45 pm
As you have learned more than anyone should, the pain felt as a parent is as low as the hieght of the joy. I feel you and pray for the best.
Stephen
Friday, February 2, 2007 at 11:25 pm
Hey Nolan, Kara, and, Ronan. Iv’e been thinking about you guys. Nolan your in my thoughts and prayers along with your parents. You well get through this. Well love you all, caroline xoxoxoxoxo