Monday, January 18, 2010

What the Heck is Gavage?

Well Zoe's fantastic Friday, stayed with Friday.

This past weekend she struggled quite a bit with eating and had to be gavaged - (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Feeding_tube) for most of her meals. The nurses are trying various techniques and bottles, hoping that we can repeat Friday's success. Of course prayers are always welcome.

On an upbeat note, the doctor and nurses continue to monitor Zoe's electrolytes and sodium level, they were very happy the diuretic took so quickly, since this is something that usually takes a week.

Zoe had her first hearing screening, one of two before she is discharged, and her left ear seems good but the right one came back inconclusive. Once there is a second screening they can determine if we will need more appointments in the future.

We are thankful for each day that we have with her and the successes she has already had. What a blessed little girl we have.

Kimberly


3 comments:

Gayle said...

Maybe Zoe was just taking a weekend break. We all need those once in a while. Praying that she continues to eat well and do it on her own. The pictures are wonderful. Proud Mommy and Daddy. God is good. God Bless. Dave & Gayle

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