7.24.2011

Berlin Heart- Day 3

Rylynn has always been one to keep us on our toes... last night was no exception. She went from sleeping peacefully to desatting into the low 40's without any warning. With some high flow vapotherm and a few med adjustments we got her back to her baselines and a few hours later she was resting peacefully. She however then proceeded to sleep ALL day! She seriously did not wake until 5pm. She woke up, ate some ice chips, drank a little juice and milk and had a few sips of a chocolate milkshake. We even blew a few bubbles at Rylynn's request. She's now fast asleep and probably going to wake up again tonight ready to party (let's hope not).
The doctors had hoped and even requested that Rylynn could sit up today and even dangle her feet off the bed. She was no where near ready for that so they had to settle for us just raising her bed a bit. I'm nervous because tomorrow we are supposed to meet for play therapy, physical therapy and music therapy. But if she's anything like she was today, there is no way she'll be ready for any of that. She's still retaining a lot of fluids and the poor thing is so swollen from head to toe. I hope her skin does not ache from being stretched so tight.
We pray for a quiet night and an even better day tomorrow. I'm so ready to chat with the little munchkin and see her give me a smile.
Good night to all and I'll check in again tomorrow.

8 comments:

Jennie Mahmoud said...

Andrea and Gilly, your strength and perseverance in all of this is truly amazing. God is with all of you. Prayers and love from all over are with all of you. I hope that your precious little angel is resting peacefully and not in too much pain. I hope that you both get some rest as well, so that you keep your strength up for all of this. We are all here for you if you need anything from us. We love you very, very much! Jennie & Wally

Evie's Story said...

Just wanted you to know there are others out in the "blogosphere" praying for your BEAUTIFUL daughter. She has stollen my heart and it is a privilege to be able to lift up your family during this time.
Our CHD baby Evie is 3 and looks a bit like your Ry.
What an honor as a parent to be entrusted with these special heart kiddos...but what a painful road!

Praying for you!!

Anonymous said...

Good to see those beautiful eyes! You have Colemans all over the state praying for you and your little angel. - Jeremy, Aimee, and Liam

Anonymous said...

so glad to see her doing well!! So very glad for you guys!! You've been in our prayers~
Nanette

Anonymous said...

The Lord is gracious and merciful! Thank you Jesus for all your good deeds. Sending our love, Brian and Cristina

Anonymous said...

Anistin saw Rylynn's picture - said ouchie and kissed the phone. She then said peel better Rywynn:). Praying hard for you all! What amazing strength, parents and little girl:)
Thank you for the updates:)

Anonymous said...

So great to see those beautiful baby eyes! GO RYLYNN!!! Dusty & Cindy

Anonymous said...

What beautiful eyes!!! So glad to see them open!!
Love and Prayers
Linda C