M&M Posted June 26, 2008 Share Posted June 26, 2008 I don't know if this has been posted today, but I just ran across Kendra's blog and they took thier baby to the hospital http://www.preschoolersandpeace.com/?p=418 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jail warden Posted June 26, 2008 Share Posted June 26, 2008 Thanks for posting this. Praying here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Janna Posted June 26, 2008 Share Posted June 26, 2008 Thank you for posting this. I have prayed. Will someone please keep us updated? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ElisabethGrace Posted June 26, 2008 Share Posted June 26, 2008 Praying here too! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Denise in IN Posted June 26, 2008 Share Posted June 26, 2008 Praying here! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mamagistra Posted June 26, 2008 Share Posted June 26, 2008 Praying here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kribby Posted June 26, 2008 Share Posted June 26, 2008 thanks for the post keep us updated. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nancypants Posted June 26, 2008 Share Posted June 26, 2008 Thank you for posting this! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gardenschooler Posted June 26, 2008 Share Posted June 26, 2008 Will be praying. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4babybirds Posted June 26, 2008 Share Posted June 26, 2008 I haven't been here much recently, but I'll pray for them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
abreakfromlife Posted June 26, 2008 Share Posted June 26, 2008 oh no! I had my baby a couple weeks before she did so I had been following her baby posts. Poor little guy! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tammyla Posted June 26, 2008 Share Posted June 26, 2008 Sending hugs and prayers here way.:grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crazycoffeechic Posted June 26, 2008 Share Posted June 26, 2008 Praying here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
M&M Posted June 27, 2008 Author Share Posted June 27, 2008 http://www.preschoolersandpeace.com/?p=421 From Kendra's husband Fletch again: Our local hospital continued to be worried with Baby Joe’s responses, so he was transported to a Children’s hospital about two hours south of our home. He’s in the Pediatric ICU and they continue to run a bunch of tests to determine what’s going on in his little body. The current theory is that he has a systemic bacterial infection or “nasty†virus. They are running tests tonight and should know more in the morning. He’s getting the best care we can give him and the doctors/nurses working on him had me so confident that I snuck Kendra away for a few hours sleep. For those that will go to the Lord on our behalf: Praise God: The admitting staff at our local hospital knew us and took great care of us and all of our needs. The doctors/nurses recognized that we needed to be transferred. The transfer team was top notch and cared for him in route to the Children’s hospital. The doctors/nurses treating him in the ICU are fantastic. He’s getting one on one attention with the pediatric specialist and nursing staff. Kendra’s SIL is an RN at this specific Children’s hospital and her brother/family live about 10 minutes away. Kendra’s folks came to stay with our kids and their house was equally close which gave us a place to catch up on some sleep (and still be close enough if they needed us!). Pray with us: For a complete and correct diagnosis. That his fluids would regulate and all of his blood numbers would stabilize (he’s all over the map with his lab results). That the test results would be conclusive. For our kids at home. We have great internet access and we will update as we can. God is good…all of the time, Fletch Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quiver0f10 Posted June 27, 2008 Share Posted June 27, 2008 Praying!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Janna Posted June 27, 2008 Share Posted June 27, 2008 Praying still. What a neat family.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Osmosis Mom Posted June 27, 2008 Share Posted June 27, 2008 Praying he gets well. But, can anyone fill me on on what is wrong with him? Was he born with an illness? Nadia Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kendra Posted June 27, 2008 Share Posted June 27, 2008 Thank you so much for praying. We are buoyed by the prayers of our online friends and those here in real life, too. Yesterday morning I thought Little Joe was sleeping just a bit too late for my comfort and when I went to wake him he was white, purple lips, eyes rolled back, clammy skin. I called 911 and he was transported to the local ER. Care there was very good, but his signs were puzzling (extremely low blood sugar, dangerously high potassium levels, among other things) so they transported him to a children's hospital 2 hours from our home. Thankfully, my sister-in-law is a nurse here and my family lives in this city so we have places to stay when we need a bit of sleep. Joe has been a normal, healthy baby with no signs of anything abnormal. He ate well at 1 a.m. the night before I found him struggling. They have prepared us for the long haul (both in and out of the hospital). Joe will be in the PICU for a good portion of next week at least. He has multiple systems affected. They have completed CT Scans, EEG, Spinal Taps, Viral cultures and they want an MRI. We desire your prayers more than anything right now, so please remember our Little Joe. ~Kendra Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
M&M Posted June 27, 2008 Author Share Posted June 27, 2008 Thank you so much for praying. We are buoyed by the prayers of our online friends and those here in real life, too. Yesterday morning I thought Little Joe was sleeping just a bit too late for my comfort and when I went to wake him he was white, purple lips, eyes rolled back, clammy skin. I called 911 and he was transported to the local ER. Care there was very good, but his signs were puzzling (extremely low blood sugar, dangerously high potassium levels, among other things) so they transported him to a children's hospital 2 hours from our home. Thankfully, my sister-in-law is a nurse here and my family lives in this city so we have places to stay when we need a bit of sleep. Joe has been a normal, healthy baby with no signs of anything abnormal. He ate well at 1 a.m. the night before I found him struggling. They have prepared us for the long haul (both in and out of the hospital). Joe will be in the PICU for a good portion of next week at least. He has multiple systems affected. They have completed CT Scans, EEG, Spinal Taps, Viral cultures and they want an MRI. We desire your prayers more than anything right now, so please remember our Little Joe. ~Kendra May the Lord heal Little Joe and strenghten you all. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tammyla Posted June 27, 2008 Share Posted June 27, 2008 :grouphug: I'm praying for you and your little Joe.:grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TN Mama Posted June 27, 2008 Share Posted June 27, 2008 Kendra, Praying for Joe and for your family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mom2legomaniacs Posted June 27, 2008 Share Posted June 27, 2008 Oh Kendra, I pray all will be well. I am glad you are so in touch with your babies that you knew to check when you did. God is amazing for directing us in those ways. You will all be in my prayers.:grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kate CA Posted June 27, 2008 Share Posted June 27, 2008 We desire your prayers more than anything right now, so please remember our Little Joe. ~Kendra Kendra, know our family is praying. Lisa is keeping me posted. Remember our God is an awesome God! Our hearts and prayers are with you. Hugs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jennifer in MI Posted June 27, 2008 Share Posted June 27, 2008 Oh Kendra. I can't imagine the worry. Please know your entire family and doctors are in our prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colleen Posted June 27, 2008 Share Posted June 27, 2008 Love and prayers, friend. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
anewday Posted June 27, 2008 Share Posted June 27, 2008 Praying! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mamagistra Posted June 27, 2008 Share Posted June 27, 2008 Praying for little Joe now, (((Kendra))). May you be comforted by the peace that surpasses all understanding. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Only me Posted June 27, 2008 Share Posted June 27, 2008 I can't imagine what you are going through but please continue with your awesome faith. Your baby sounds like he is under wonderful care. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brindee Posted June 27, 2008 Share Posted June 27, 2008 :grouphug: I am praying! :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
M&M Posted June 28, 2008 Author Share Posted June 28, 2008 From Kendra's blog: Praise the Lord for His care of us through such a competent staff. We just met with his doctor and we were told that Joe has tested positive for Enterovirus. For adults, that means vomiting and diarrhea, but with little guys like Joe…it is worse. In his case, the virus has caused sepsis (entire body infection) including his brain. The bummer is that there is no way to treat a virus directly, so we just treat the symptoms. Here is the full post http://www.preschoolersandpeace.com/?p=423 and another update http://www.preschoolersandpeace.com/?p=424 Let's continue to hold Kendra and her family in prayer. I cannot imagine what they are going through Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Osmosis Mom Posted June 28, 2008 Share Posted June 28, 2008 God Willing, then he'll have a full recovery. May you guys find strenght and peace. Love, Nadia Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amy loves Bud Posted June 28, 2008 Share Posted June 28, 2008 Kendra, I'm praying for little Joe and your entire family. Blessings to all of you. :grouphug: Amy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tammyla Posted June 28, 2008 Share Posted June 28, 2008 :grouphug:More prayers here. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mamagistra Posted June 28, 2008 Share Posted June 28, 2008 Continued prayers for little Joe... :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sleepy Posted June 28, 2008 Share Posted June 28, 2008 :grouphug: Kendra, little Joe, and family :grouphug: So scary. Happy to hear Joe is receiving excellent care. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Janna Posted June 28, 2008 Share Posted June 28, 2008 m&m - thank you for continuing to update. Kendra and Fletch - I have cried for you (my ds being only 10 days younger than yours) and sought the Lord on your behalf. "I lift my eyes unto the hill. Where does my help come from? My help comes from the Lord, the maker of heaven and earth." Psalm 121:1-2 Praying fervently. Bless you all. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
abreakfromlife Posted June 28, 2008 Share Posted June 28, 2008 I'm crying here, too. I'm so sorry you're going through this. I'm praying for you every time I hold my baby Eli. :grouphug::grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HollyDay Posted June 29, 2008 Share Posted June 29, 2008 Oh my!! I feel for these parents!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JudoMom Posted June 29, 2008 Share Posted June 29, 2008 From Kendra's blog: Praise the Lord for His care of us through such a competent staff. We just met with his doctor and we were told that Joe has tested positive for Enterovirus. For adults, that means vomiting and diarrhea, but with little guys like Joe…it is worse. In his case, the virus has caused sepsis (entire body infection) including his brain. The bummer is that there is no way to treat a virus directly, so we just treat the symptoms. Here is the full post http://www.preschoolersandpeace.com/?p=423 and another update http://www.preschoolersandpeace.com/?p=424 Let's continue to hold Kendra and her family in prayer. I cannot imagine what they are going through I'm continuing to pray for you, Kendra. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kendra Posted June 29, 2008 Share Posted June 29, 2008 Hi everyone- A little update early Sunday morning... Joe was neither worse nor better when we left him last night. When we go in today, we'll hopefully have good news and nothing exciting. Exciting is not a good thing in his little life right now. We have an incredible peace. The thing is, Joe is God's baby, not ours, and particularly because he was a huge surprise to us, we are so assured of his life in God's hands. Please pray for me this morning as I am battling a b*east infection due to weaning. Not fun, and the last thing I need right now is mastitis, eh? Thank you all for your prayers. We feel them! ~Kendra Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nicole not in CA Posted June 29, 2008 Share Posted June 29, 2008 Kendra, I'm praying for little Joe and you and the rest of your family. I'm so sorry you guys are dealing with this right now. Nicole Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TammyinTN Posted June 29, 2008 Share Posted June 29, 2008 Praying for little Joe and your family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Natalieclare Posted June 29, 2008 Share Posted June 29, 2008 We,too, are continuing to pray for your sweet baby Joe and all the rest of the Kendra's. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PariSarah Posted June 29, 2008 Share Posted June 29, 2008 May God heal you, and quickly, dear Baby Joe!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merry Posted June 30, 2008 Share Posted June 30, 2008 ((Kendra)) and ((Joe))........ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mom2boys Posted June 30, 2008 Share Posted June 30, 2008 Praying for baby Joe and your entire family.:grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
M&M Posted June 30, 2008 Author Share Posted June 30, 2008 The latest from Kendra's blog: Due to a blog friend we’ve now begun referring to him as “Mighty Joe.†... We met with Joe’s doctor this morning, overall we are still maintaining his systems and putting out fires where they start. Remember, there is no medical treatment to stop the virus, only to deal with the symptoms that the virus causes. So, overall there is not much change today in what we are doing, just monitoring him for changes. The best guess is another week in the ICU and even longer in the hospital. With that said, there have been some improvements with our little guy. Here is what has improved: *Liver enzymes have dropped! *Blood clotting has improved! *Seizures have stopped and the EEG has been removed! *He is still peeing tons! *He has tolerated food well since yesterday without a return of diarrhea *He has tested negative for the bacteria “c. diff.†Prayer Requests: With all the good news, there is still a lot to pray for in this little guy’s life. There is still the unknown: *Kidneys to start working on their own. *Heart damage *Brain damage *Liver damage General Prayers: *His immune system to start working against the virus. *For Kendra to feel better Parent’s Assessment We were greeted with open eyes again this morning. He looks less swollen and much more responsive to touch. He is much more grumpy! Kendra got to hold him this morning! For photos and commentary, you can read theMangoTimes! Thanks for praying for Mighty Joe! Kendra and Andy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sue G in PA Posted June 30, 2008 Share Posted June 30, 2008 Oh, Kendra! I'm coming in late to this thread...can't believe I missed it! I'm praying right now for your Mighty Joe and for you and your family. God is our Healer as you well know. May he work a true miracle in your little one's life right now. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kendra Posted July 1, 2008 Share Posted July 1, 2008 Thanks for your continued prayers, everyone. And thanks to Monique for posting updates. I can't get onto the blog tonight for some reason, but there is another update there... can't get the sound on the tv to work... sheesh. I am technology challenged and probably just need to go to bed! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mosaicmind Posted July 1, 2008 Share Posted July 1, 2008 Praying for "MIGHTY JOE" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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