klmama Posted June 6, 2008 Share Posted June 6, 2008 My week-old nephew is in neonatal ICU. He has had breathing problems, temperature control problems, and now seems to have a viral infection. He's under 5 lbs. It's a huge emotional roller coaster for my brother and his wife, who are staying there at the hospital to be close to him, and on their toddler, who is staying with other relatives. They are trying to trust God, but this is pretty scary for them. Prayers for their baby and for the rest of them would be much appreciated. Thank you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newbie Posted June 6, 2008 Share Posted June 6, 2008 God bless you and your family. May their guardian angels protect them all. My youngest dd was a NICU baby. We actually lived in hospital for three wks. She had respiratory issues too, she was seven wks. early. But she is great and did fine since she got out of hospital twelve yrs. ago. Jeannette:grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tina in WA Posted June 6, 2008 Share Posted June 6, 2008 Praying for all of you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted June 6, 2008 Share Posted June 6, 2008 Praying for them. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TXMomof4 Posted June 6, 2008 Share Posted June 6, 2008 My week-old nephew is in neonatal ICU. He has had breathing problems, temperature control problems, and now seems to have a viral infection. He's under 5 lbs. It's a huge emotional roller coaster for my brother and his wife, who are staying there at the hospital to be close to him, and on their toddler, who is staying with other relatives. They are trying to trust God, but this is pretty scary for them. Prayers for their baby and for the rest of them would be much appreciated. Thank you! Praying right now for the baby's health and their peace.. BTDT and never ever want to do it again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unsinkable Posted June 6, 2008 Share Posted June 6, 2008 They all have my prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tracey in TX Posted June 6, 2008 Share Posted June 6, 2008 My week-old nephew is in neonatal ICU. He has had breathing problems, temperature control problems, and now seems to have a viral infection. He's under 5 lbs. It's a huge emotional roller coaster for my brother and his wife, who are staying there at the hospital to be close to him, and on their toddler, who is staying with other relatives. They are trying to trust God, but this is pretty scary for them. Prayers for their baby and for the rest of them would be much appreciated. Thank you! Having a preemie after having a full term baby is unnerving and emotional for the parents. No mom wants to see her infant in the NICU. The fact that your nephew is approx 5lbs. is great! Do they know what is causing the breathing problems? Is he on oxygen, and if so what percentage? It's not uncommon for small babies to have temperature issues, either. Do the doctors have a game plan for the infection? I will be praying for your nephew and his family. Please know that I'm asking these rhetorical questions to allow you to have a bit of insight while talking to your DB and SIL. When you're the NICU parents, it feels overwhelming and even the smallest obstacle feels like a catastrophe. (DD had a grade 3 brain bleed and all I heard was "mental retardation" and "paralysis", but the dr never spoke those words. It was my fear translating his diagnosis.) Praying now... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brigitte Posted June 6, 2008 Share Posted June 6, 2008 As a mom of preemie twins (12.5 weeks early), my heart goes out to them. My girls had similar problems and more and they came through it without any long term problems. In fact, the sickest one is now my healthiest. The whole family will be in my thoughts.:grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cathy in IL Posted June 6, 2008 Share Posted June 6, 2008 Praying for your family. I know what it is like to have a child in the hospital and other children to care for too. Keep us updated, so we can keep praying. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chiguirre Posted June 6, 2008 Share Posted June 6, 2008 BTDT! My very sick preemie is now a happy, healthy and very large 5yo. She bounced back from a rotovirus infection and 2 weeks in NICU and went on to top out the growth charts. It's stressful but I hope all the postitive stories people have shared can put your minds at ease. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WTMindy Posted June 6, 2008 Share Posted June 6, 2008 Praying now for them all!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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