We wanted to let you all know how things are currently with Zoe.
After inserting the tube on Tuesday evening we began using it to feed Zoe once she would no longer take the bottle. The first day or two we only had to use it once or twice a day. We also met with a dietitian and therapist to help with improving the feeding skills and create a plan so Zoe would gain weight over the long term. Each day the doctors have been increasing her volume in food and so after four days we thought we would see some improvement.
However we know this stubborn little girl. Though Zoe is tolerating the tube in her nose, we have yet to see any increase in weight. She continues to throw up and though they are not overly concerned about that any longer, she did decide to have a spectacular day on Friday. We won't be discharged till Zoe can show some improvement in this area. So as we have learned, patience and prayers are what will get us through this.
In the meantime, we have been very blessed with wonderful nurses and staff making our "home" comfortable and easy. The doctors have been very knowledgeable and doing their best to help Zoe grow. And the well wishes and prayers have been comforting as we do our best to adjust to everything.
Persevering,
The Casmers
3 comments:
Dear little Zoe - you once again show that you will do things in your Zoe way. I guess we have to remember that slow and steady wins the race and maybe that is what you are trying to tell everyone. One saying that I heard a while ago that I have to remind myself is very applicable to all Christians - "Right now , the very place that you are at is exactly where God had you planned to be". So while we may not understand why we are at a certain place today, we only have to look to God and know that He has everything planned out for us. Praying for you and your Mommy and Daddy. God Bless.
Stay strong Casmers! We are sending up prayers for you three from Sleepy Eye. Our God is an awesome God!!!
Happy and sad at the same time.
Soldier on, Casmers.
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