Saturday, August 8, 2009

CPAP time

Hannah was successfully extubated today. She was breathing on her own for quite a while but then it became evident that she needed a little help keeping her airway open. She was switched to CPAP to help provide the pressure to breathe. CPAP does not breathe for her, like a vent, but just provides enough pressure to keep her airway open.

Hannah is following the same pattern as Ellie. It is not the path we were hoping for, yet it is one we are familiar with.

Hannah with no tubes




Hannah with CPAP
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17 comments:

  1. NancyAugust 8, 2009 at 1:23 PM

    You are doing an awesome job keeping the blog updated for all the stalkers out there. ;) She is SO cute and I still can't get over all that hair. So sorry she needed the CPAP, but praying things will improve.

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  2. uncle bobAugust 8, 2009 at 1:54 PM

    it's really aunt Laura...thank you so much for these beautiful words and incredible pictures of our darling Hannah.

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  3. Kristin HunterAugust 8, 2009 at 1:55 PM

    I echo what Nancy said. Thanks for the faithful updates. And, yes, we are SO praying that things will improve.....

    So much love,
    the Hunters

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  4. MichelleAugust 8, 2009 at 1:59 PM

    She is beautiful! It is wonderous that God is giving you and Adam the strength you need right now.

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  5. Heidi HovenAugust 8, 2009 at 2:19 PM

    Hannah is beautiful and I think you chose the perfect name for her. We are praying for strength for you and your family. Thanks for all the updates. By the way, we ordered some things off of your Amazon wishlist today, so hopefully they will arrive by your birthday.

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  6. TessaAugust 8, 2009 at 2:19 PM

    Thanks for the updates Emily! we really appreciate them :) She just looks beautiful, I am sorry she is on CPAP. Praying she ends up with more muscle tone.

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  7. EmilieAugust 8, 2009 at 2:56 PM

    Thank you for giving us updates and showing us pictures of your beautiful Hannah. I am in prayer for you greatly as I watch the unfolding of this incredible journey.

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  8. LauraKAugust 8, 2009 at 3:12 PM

    She is so beautiful. I am sorry about the CPAP. Prayers for continued strength for you all.

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  9. Laura WieseAugust 8, 2009 at 3:18 PM

    I'm sorry that she needs the CPAP. I'm sure this is an incredible...disappointment (for lack of better word!) We are praying for you all in this. Remember to take it one minute at a time and I'm praying for huge steps in improvement for little Hannah! Asking the Lord to surround you with much strength and peace. Thank YOU so much for taking the time to update us all. I'm sure that is emotionally and physically tiring to do so. HUGS and many many prayers...and we love seeing the pics of your beautiful girl! She is more precious each time! :)
    Love in Him,
    Chuck and Laura Wiese and family

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  10. Lisa PasharikovskiAugust 8, 2009 at 3:58 PM

    She is absolutely gorgeous. Oh my goodnes - look at that hair. Stunning little love ya got there. I also think her name is just perfect (Elena and Anika both have Grace as their middle name too!!!). My prayers are with as you face this new challenge. May God's Grace always hold you.

    hugs -

    lisa

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  11. John HAugust 8, 2009 at 5:36 PM

    Praying for little Hannah and you all as well! Will pray for the muscle tone for her, and loads of continued strength and grace.

    The Herberts and Foundations Class

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  12. SarahAugust 9, 2009 at 4:13 AM

    She is simply beautiful. My heart goes out to you and my prayers are with you.

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  13. Laura StobAugust 9, 2009 at 5:10 AM

    She is a beautiful baby! Hope you can enjoy every minute with her and we know you love her.
    We think of you all the time and will continue to pray.

    Mark & Laura Stob

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  14. JenAugust 10, 2009 at 1:06 AM

    We continue to pray. So thankful you are keeping us updated. It's a priviledge to be part of your journey in this way.

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  15. Amy KefferAugust 10, 2009 at 2:21 AM

    Continuing to pray for all of you... and thank you for keeping us updated with any news on Hannah's progress. May God's mercy be richly bestowed on your family.

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  16. Julie RaineyAugust 10, 2009 at 2:47 AM

    Continuing to pray for you. We are off to Ireland for 3 nights with Philip's parents to celebrate their 50th anniversary. We will miss getting the updates on Hannah while we are away.

    Praying daily for the 6 of you, love and hugs, Julie & Philip

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  17. Nancy DocterAugust 10, 2009 at 11:13 AM

    Thank you so much for sharing this journney and the pictures of Hannah Grace with us. You must be physically and emotionally exhausted. I just love her name. It fits her perfectly. I continue to pray for all of you that she may not need to be trached and that she will be less severe than Ellie. May God grant you peace and comfort and whatever you stand in need for each passing day. Hannah Grace is truely beautiful!!!

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