First of all, they were able to turn off his Amicar drip at midnight because Rafa's dressings and chest tubes had slowed down their ooze considerably. YAY!
In addition, the chest X-ray that was taken after his circuit change yesterday showed no fluid in his chest cavity, which I'm going to assume means they see the same amount of lung tissue they did before the change happened. MORE YAY! (and thank God)
And a certain big boy is four weeks old today! Today's birthday treat? An Edible Arrangement! Aren't you jealous that you're not here to partake?
And now for some pics!
The Thinker
Look at that part! Guess who that comes from?
"Got the cat by the tail..."
"I love my Rafa blankie!"
What a beautiful, big boy!
ReplyDeleteHAPPY BIRTHDAY, RAFA!!!!!
And wonderful about the good news!
Love forever.
Happy Birthday, baby Rafa!!! Those are great news! and what a birthday present! The pictures are adorable, thank you for sharing. And I definitely wish I could be there. Much love to Rafa and you all!
ReplyDeleteWhat a blessing. Can't wait to meet him next week.
ReplyDeleteThinking about you all and sending my birthday wishes! Since Casey and Justin shared with me about your journey my heart has been full of you.....all of you....full of admiration, respect, and positive powerful thoughts for Rafa. Remember that I am in Boston...if you need anything at all.
ReplyDeleteShera Selzer (Casey's mom)
Happy birthday, baby Rafa! You are as adorable as ever! xoxo
ReplyDeleteHappy birthday Little Rafa! I love the pictures. So glad to hear of his improvement. Lots of love.
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday, Rafa! Enjoy your day, and keep up your amazing progress! Love to all of you!
ReplyDeleteJosh, Margaret, and David
Happy 4 Weeks Rafa! Our love and hope for you is greater than ever. Hang in there! Keep clearing and expanding those lungs. We are all cheering for you. Love love love to you and your whole family.
ReplyDeleteHappy 4 week birthday, Rafa! Many prayers are being sent your way. All my love to you and your family!
ReplyDeleteHappy four weeks beautiful baby! Sending you wishes of continued progress, growth, and bravery strong little one! xoxo, Dot, Dave, Julia and Oliver
ReplyDeleteI just found your blog.I want you to know that i am praying for your beautiful little boy. He is absolutly adorable and what a little fighter. I hope you are able to get him off ECMO very soon and that he will continue to improve so you can take your baby boy home. FIGHT RAFAEL FIGHT!!!!
ReplyDeleteKristy, mum to Angel ^^Skyla^^ LCDH
13/10/07-13/06/08
http://skylacdhbaby.blogspot.com
We're cheering for Rafa here in Philadelphia! (Katie P had a full head of hair like that, too - and never lost it!) Happy 1 Month, Rafa! Eleanore
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