Friday, October 9, 2009

I think I should update my blog each time after seeing my baby girl. My spirits are much higher. Hopefully this will be a more optimistic blog than yesterday's. We still haven't met with the neurologist, so we don't have any news there yet. Ella seems to be truckin' right along with her feedings. She is still getting fed milk through the NG (nasogastric) tube. She is up to 2 teaspoons every 3 hours now. She is digesting all of it!! She can't decide what bed she wants to sleep in. She has moved into a crib a few times, but is having a hard time keeping her temperature up. Yesterday, when she had her MRI, she was in a 60 degree room for 45 minutes. I think I would have a hard time keeping my temp. up too after that. So, she's back under the warmer for right now. I get to give her a pacifier as she's getting fed through the NG tube. She is doing very well learning to suck on her paci. Hopefully we'll get to start on a bottle, soon.

I'm feeling 100% better physically which makes me a better mom. I was beginning to think pain after a c-section and post spinal block headache epidural would never go away. I'm sleeping like a champ....I know, I know, I've always slept like a champ! My milk supply is in full force (this might not be important knowledge to all of you, but it is something that is definitely going well). I woke up in the middle of the night and pumped 12 ounces!! We will have a heck of a supply when Ella gets home.

The boys are adjusting well. They have been so exhausted that they are sleeping incredibly well (naps and bedtime). We decided to put them both in the same bed last night. It worked awesome. They both came running into our room about 8:15 this morning. I consider that a successful night! My parents have been awesome being at our beckon call and taking care of our boys.

Jason is my support right now! I know I could not endure this without him. I knew I married an incredible guy, but he is beyond incredible!

Thank you dear friends for all of your comments and emails. I cry with each one I read. These are good tears. God has given each of you the perfect words to say to me.

I guess that's it for now. I never realized that blogging could be so therapeutic. I should've started this years ago :) Hopefully I'll post some pictures soon. Love you all!

10 comments:

  1. Traci, I want you to know that God is at work in hearts of those around you. I don't know what it means, but the burden I feel to pray for you is unreal and it is "without ceasing", I have never felt such a burden for someone before and it springs from the depths of my heart. And from what I have seen others have the same burden as well. I don't know what this means, but it is a reminder that God is at work. Hang in there. He is so good and completely sovereign.

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  2. I'm not good with words and I don't have any amazing thoughts. Just know that my feelings and emotions are with you. A lot takes place within me when I read about your day and your journey. Baby Ella and your family are touching people lives that you don't even know, and likewise those people are lifting you up in prayer. God is using her new life to glorify Him. We love you!

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  3. I'm with Jeff & Audra...I don't have any amazing words to say....but love love love is all we have for you guys!

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  4. Please know that you and Jason are amazing people and a true inspiration to us all! I am so happy your spirits are lifted...Baby Ella already knows what Mommy needs. Love to you and the boys, and Larry and Sandy!

    Gray

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  5. Goodness..Thank you God. The spirit you express in this post is an answer to prayer. Truly, the "peace that surpasses ALL understanding!!"

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  6. Please Lord, Hear our prayers!

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  7. Traci, glad to hear today was a better one! I say go with what the nurse said who has seen it before...She's going to do great, be great and she is loved beyond compare!

    Praise you Abba for being right here as we all draw close to you and listen to your heart beating. We know you love Ella...

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  8. TE, I'm crying reading your blog! I am so glad you started it and Praise God that you are feeling so much better. While I was reading I couldn't help but think that Ella is an Estep, so don't try to get her in a hurry for things!! She is going to be fine in her own sweet time!! We are praying for you all. Please keep us updated. :)
    love, MB

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  9. Traci,
    Glad to hear that you and Ella had a better day today. I love reading your updates and knowing that God is and has answered all the prayers that have come your way. Know that you are in our hearts and prayers. Much love to You, Jason and the family. We miss you all and praying for you everyday.....
    Christine and Chris Bennett

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  10. Tracy,
    Baby Ella is at the top of my prayers, as well as you and your family. May the strength you need be with you and Ella now and the weeks to come!
    Nicole

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