Good morning! Everyone appears to have slept well in the Covert household last night. Christie and I just called the NICU and they said Zander is sleeping well at this point. His nurse advised us that he had a big bathroom session (1&2) during the night, so we are happy that his bowels and bladder are working well. Zander is now having feedings of 6 ml 4 times per day. Dr. Kelley increased his intake and Zman has not had any residuals (the milk coming back out the tube) as far as the milk being put into his stomach via the gastrotube.
Dr. Hayes, Zander's cardiologist is coming in at some point this morning and running another EKG on the little guy. Zander does have a murmur and it also appears that he has a pinhole in the heart structure. Dr. Hayes said he wanted to run another EKG today to get a better look at the heart no that Zander is less swollen following surgery. We are praying that the little guy's heart is okay.
We will be at the hospital by 1:00 p.m. today for the procedure to be performed by Dr. Ledbetter (pulmonologist) where he will look into Zander's lungs. I am sure Zander will not like be poked and prodded to the extent that he will be today so we also remain prayerful for his comfort through today.
I will post again later today, but for now, Zander is sleeping soundly and liking his mother's milk. We know that each of you have busy lives, but we are so thankful for your prayers, thoughts and comments. We are literally getting prayers and comments from around the world and it is amazing how great God is!
Rest easy precious son...we will see you soon. God bless!
Mommy and Daddy
5 comments:
We are never too busy to pray (I think that might be part of a title of a book)...the ZMan will be in our thoughts and prayers this afternoon as he has his procedure. All of you, take care...
Love,
Aunt Heidi and family
I am praying for Zander, Mommy & Daddy. I am also praying that God give the doctors the knowledge and ability to use all of their resourses in helping this precious child.
Lisa
"Dear God, I continue in prayer for little Zander - thanking You for all the answered prayers we all continue to witness. I pray specifically now that You will bring him safely through any procedures he must go through this afternoon - and as You protect him please guide the physicians and any assistants in every move. I pray his heart is okay! Bless Christie and Clancy and give them encouragement and a real sense of Your presence with them through all of this and through the many days ahead. Protect Jackson and all on the Youth Mission and bring them safely home. Than You, God. I ask in the name of the One and Only Jesus." Bert
Alex and I just finished reading the update of his "namesake":) Please know we are continually lifting you all up to the Lord. We are specifically praying for his heart at this moment. I know from you he has a great heart with lots of love!! WE LOVE YOU! Robbin and the boys
Hey guys,
Zander is a doll! Just wanted to let you know that you all are in our prayers and we are praying for each of Zander's specific needs. I am amazed at how strong he is and what a fighter he is! Please take care of yourselves and get the rest that you need. When Zander gets home you are going to be so busy. so rest while you can! We are praying for God's continued blessings on the Covert family. He knows Zander's needs and is holding him securely in the palm of His hand! God is good!!!!! Thanks, Clancy, for taking the time to write the updates. I know you are so busy and tired, too. The blog is a great way to keep everyone updated.
Susan, Bobby and Morgan Farr
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