Natalie - Day 6 Update

I wanted to give everyone a quick update before the day gets going.  Natalie had another good night for as much as you can have when people come in at least once during the night and wake you up to check your vitals and give you medication, but at least it is only once. 

 

Natalie chest xray looks great again today!  She is also taking all medication orally now, which is a great start to getting out of here.  Thank you to whomever and to all who actually prayed for her to poop, because she did last night and it was huge and gross (sorry for the TMI, but thank you).

 

What we need just to get her off all oxygen now and we might be getting out of here then!  She is currently on a small amount, but it will take a couple of days to get her off probably.  Her stats are getting a little better.  She does great when she is asleep, but they lower a bit when she is awake and moving.  I think she just needs to get stronger, nothing like have your chest cracked open to weaken you.

 

Below are a few pictures from the Sunday before surgery.  My sister-in-laws from Austin brought Natalie a 4ft Minnie Mouse.  She loves it and it is huge.  I actually think Minnie will be taller than Carter too.  Thank you Harrell and Aurit Families!

Natalie with a 4ft Minnie Mouse, taken Sunday before surgery
Thank you Harrells and Aurits!

Natalie trying to give Minnie her paci, but Minnie is a "big girl" and does not need a paci.
Natalie has limited time left with her paci.  I told her when we come back for a check a month or so after surgery, we are leaving the paci for the babies

I have had a ton of amazing bible verses sent to me throughout all of this and I wanted to thank you all.  The verses have been so encouraging to us. We are so truly blessed by all the love and support from everyone; thank you.  Here are a few verses I received over the past two days...

John 16:33

"I have told you these things so that you would find comfort in Me. In this world, you will suffer; but be courageous, for I have overcome the world."

 

Hebrews 11:6

"Without faith, it is impossible to please God.  For he who comes to God must believe He exists, and rewards those who diligently seek Him"