This is the confidence we have in approaching God: that if we ask anything according to his will, he hears us. And if we know that he hears us-whatever we ask-we know that we have what we asked of him. I John 5:14 & 15
Baby Celia was born with gastroschisis. Her condition was known ever since her first ultrasound at 20 weeks. It was terrifying to hear this diagnosis, but we were hopeful in knowing that we were in good hands at Blank Children's Hospital. From what we have heard, most babies born with gastroschisis have surgery to place the intestines back in the abdominal area. After a natural delivery, Baby Celia was whisked away for this surgery. Later that evening, the surgeon delivered news that we weren't prepared for. He explained that it is unclear whether or not Celia's small intestines are viable, which isn't usually the case for gastroschisis. It seems that her lumen is not tubular as it should be. Please pray that God will open the lumen and bring life into this tissue of Celia's small intestines. Pray for Julya and Alex.
Celia also has a low platelet count. The good news of the day is that she was at 67000 this morning and increased to the 70000s this evening! This number should normally be 150000. Pray that her platlet number will increase. The neonatologist said this is probably a complication of gastroschisis and not another issue that we need to really be concerned about.
Today Celia recieved a PICC line so that 1.) she doesn't have to be constantly poked for tests and 2.) She can recieve TPN (total parenteral nutrition) through her veins during the time she is unable to digest food. Pray for her liver as this is hard on it to filter out waste. This is all a balancing act.
Pray for God's hand over the doctors and nurses as they make critical decisions. Her surgeon let us know that he didn't sleep well last night after talking with Julya and Alex (and our family). Pray for a clear mind and plenty of rest for the doctors and nurses throughout Celia's treatment. Her surgeon requested that we would pray that God would guide his hands as he works on Celia. Celia's neonatologist said that she is, "nice and spunky...she's cute." She has her boxing gloves (thanks to aunt Traci) and is ready to fight!
We are fighting along side you precious girl!!!! In YOu name we will continue to pray. Love and prayers are being said across the country for your sweet girl.
ReplyDeletePrayers are lifting up to the Throne of God for Celia from Ohio. She is so precious! We pray and cry out to the Lord for healing,new life in her intestines,more platelets,healthy liver,and for the peace of Christ to fill her and her family. We love you Julya and Alex. We pray for physical and emotional strength, for courage and stamina for you both and for your families as they walk this road with you. You are loved and covered in prayer!
ReplyDeletePraying so hard for you guys. What a sweet sweet girl she is. Praying for comfort, strength, guidance and courage for all of you.
ReplyDeletePRAYING PRAYING PRAYING for Celia. Beautiful girl and beautiful name. Praising God that she is fearfully and wonderfully made.
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My prayers go out to little Celia, and that she make it through this tough time. My heart goes out to Alex & Julya and I am staying positive on their behalf.
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