To those affected by a heart defect:

Hanging In There

January 10, 2007 at 3:14 pm by Mom & Dad

Haven has had another good day today. She is holding steady while off the ventilator, and they have started feedings again (very little amounts over long periods of time) through her feeding tube. So far she seems to be tolerating the feedings well. They have also started some respiratory therapy since to try and help her breathe better on her own. She is also on oxygen to help keep more oxygen in her blood. Hopefully, once she gets stronger and has more therapy she’ll be able to pull in more oxygen on her own. We’re just so thankful that, at the moment, she is handling this big step so well!

Posted in Recovery #1 | 9 Comments »

9 Responses

  1. Keaton Becher Says:

    Hey Trooper! It’s great to hear you’re off that darn machine. God is truly amazing and knows what he wants to do in your life. I’m just so greatful that you’re doing so well. Keep it up!!!

  2. The Myers Gang Says:

    God Bless You Lttle Haven Leigh and God Bless You too Mom and Dad. Thoughts and Prayers with always.

  3. Uncle Justin Says:

    Breathe in. Breathe out. TERRIFIIC JOB HAVEN! Keep it up, you’ll be whistling in no time.

    Zippity doo-dah!

  4. Don and Linda Says:

    Thanks for the updates. We keep you in our thoughts and prayers.

  5. Shauna Bransteter Says:

    Wow!

    It’s so great to hear that Haven’s off the ventilator. She is very beautiful and I’m sure you all will pull through this together.

    I bet she’ll be every bit as musical as her daddy. 😉

  6. Rob , Becky and Tara Says:

    Such good news to hear!! You must me so happy to be able to hold Haven and look into her bright eyes! What a sight!! Thanks for keeping us updated.

    Much Love

  7. Chris and Carissa Says:

    What an amazing miracle Haven is… Her progress is a huge step in the right direction! Now you just gotta get rid of the rest of those tubes! 🙂 Her big eyes are beautiful!! We can’t wait to hear more about her progress and hopefully meet this sweet girl in person some day! Stay strong and cherish every minute you have with her!

  8. Abby Tumbleson Says:

    Fabulous job Haven!!! May God continue to bless you with the many improvements that you have made.
    I love you all.

  9. Taylor Ludlow Says:

    Hey Haven! It’s wonderful to hear you’re off that ventilator! Just gotta get all the rest of those tubes gone. May God bless you.

    Thanks so much for keeping us posted!

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