Thursday, March 24, 2011

Baby Brice needs some big prayers

Brice has been warmed as of yesterday afternoon and usually babies start to show some improvement after a 72 hour cooling.

We obviously know the NICU is a roller coaster and one set back can bring you 2 steps forward and that's what we are hoping for.

Although, Brice's ABGs are worsening since yesterday and he is now on a high frequency vent, breathing over the normal amount to compensate for his levels.

His blood pressures are unstable and is on some high doses of dopamine. Hoping and praying this is just a common effect post cooling and he recovers quickly.

We are waiting on results of his cardiac echo and pray that is normal because little Brice doesn't need any other obstacles against him.

Please pray this is one hill on the roll coaster and he will start heading in the right direction. Pray for strength for Connel and Trisha, as they are on a road of unknown and it's scary. I know.

Bless Brice and his parents, please keep all 3 of them in your thoughts. Brice sure is one "big fighter"

15 comments:

JamieW said...

My prayers are with all of you. I was reading thi thinking I can't imagine but I think it is because I can imagine and know such great pain that I want to scream at the injustice.

Abigail said...

I will definitely add him to my prayers. Sending my love & positive energy their way

Tara said...

boy, I was hoping to read something different than this. I was hoping you would post something about him today, he's been on my mind. Baby Brice and family are in my prayers. So unfair :(

Kelli said...

Many prayers for Brice and all of those who love him; including all the doctors, nurses, and therapists.

Lj82 said...

Sending my very best for the little fighter!

Anonymous said...

Lots of prayers for Brice - I hope he's able to fight his way off this roller coaster soon! Also praying for strength and comfort for his parents, as well as wisdom and guidance for those who are in charge of his treatment.

cmatsukes said...

Oh my gosh I just want to say GOD please help help this little boy enough already let this little guy be ok and get him home with his parents strength and prayers to both familes and lots for Brice. Ashley please keep us updated I have been thinking about him.

Unknown said...

They are in my thoughts & prayers!!

Lisette said...

Oh goodness they are still in my thoughts and prayers.

K said...

He's a heartbreaker. I can only imagine how badly his parents must want to pick him up and hold him close. I pray they are able to do so soon, and that he will be restored to full health.

Jill said...

I texted you today, but I guess you are just one busy mama and have been with them and your family. I am so sorry and I am praying for this family and sweet baby Brice. I have had him on my mind as well! xoxo PRAYERS and WARM thoughts are SENT.

Pam said...

They will be in my prayers for peace and that God will keep this family safe in the protection of his hands as they struggle through this tough time!

Marie W said...

Praying!

Pink Pamalamma said...

Love and prayers for baby Brice and his parents

Melissa said...

Our thoughts and prayers are with Brice and his fdamily! Hang in there little angel, we all need you more than you know . . .