Zachary had a tough night after his surgery with lots of heart rate and blood pressure issues. It was crazy with doctors coming in and out, three nurses in the room, and various orders for medicines. It was very stressful for us to watch.
However, since then he has been steadily improving. This morning he was stable enough to be taken off the ventilator. He is now back to the CPAP, also known as his Darth Zachary look. This machine supports his breathing by maintaining a little pressure to keep his lungs slightly open when he exhales. The major differences between the CPAP and the ventilator are that he no longer has a breathing tube in his throat and that he initiates all of his breaths. It is so cool to hear him make noises again!
Nadia was also able to hold Zach yesterday and today, the first time in a week.
Another big milestone for Zachary today is that he now weighs 800 grams, or around 1.75 pounds. We hope he will continue to steadily gain weight.
Constantly sending prayers your way and cheering for each step Zachary takes - go Zachary and hang in there Nadia and Aaron! Love, Marty
ReplyDeleteEveryone here sends their prayers and love for Zachary. May Allah provide strength and courage to the parents.
ReplyDeleteHow is Zachary doing lately? I hope that he is steadily improving. Zachary has many fans out here in Southern California cheering him on. Zachary's Mom and Dad should also feel the positive energy and good thoughts all around them. :) Love you all. Sprina
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