The new baby needs help... [Archive] - MysticWicks Online Pagan Community and Spiritual Sanctuary

WtchyChick13

September 25th, 2003, 11:42 PM

Hey guys,

This is not for me (as you know I've got my own thread here) but for my cousin's baby.

A lot of you know that my cousin delivered prematurely last week at only 5 months. He was born weighing 1lb 11oz and lost 3 oz. this week. (But newborns do that.)

So far, he's seemed very, very strong. He was off the respirator within 2 hours of birth and opened his eyes for the first time last Sat. when he was 6 days old.

He had a hole in his heart that cleared up with medication and he's been doing wonderfully.

Well, tonite we got a phone call from my aunt saying that last nite he started bleeding internally and they are having trouble stopping it. He's now in critical condition but that's all the info I could get because the phone call was cut short.

His older brother who's now 7, was also a preemie and weighed only 3lbs at birth (and he's the light of my life). He became very attached to his little brother right away telling people that he's the "big brother because he weighed 2lbs more than the new baby!" :)

Please, please, please send this little one any and all energy you can. I know that I've been asking a lot lately, but this little guy needs so much right now. (If you need a direction to send the energy in--think Western NY State.)

Right now we are hoping that he makes it through the night. I have faith that he will make it through, but again...he's just so tiny he's gonna need some help.

Thank you guys. :hugz:

DanuMoonrunner

September 25th, 2003, 11:46 PM

Oh honey! I'm sending all the healing energies I can muster to your new cousin. I lost a grandaughter 5 years ago sue to premature birth and heart defects. I'm so sorry this has happened to your family (((Hugs)))

Flar's Freyja

September 25th, 2003, 11:49 PM

I've lost two nephews in infancy; one to SIDS and the other to a malformed heart. Healing energies on the way!

Old Witch

September 25th, 2003, 11:58 PM

I'm sending energy right away!

dreamweaver

September 26th, 2003, 01:18 AM

Energy sent

Hope

September 26th, 2003, 01:27 AM

(((hugs))) healing and peace

love
hope

Ceallach

September 26th, 2003, 03:01 AM

Hurling healing energy across the country to the little one....

Gareth

September 26th, 2003, 05:22 AM

Sending good energy to that little baby.

menolly

September 26th, 2003, 05:29 AM

Sending all the healing energy, light and blessings I can, and will continue to do so until the child is better. (Not losing 2 kids in one month if I can help it!)

Faery-Wings

September 26th, 2003, 07:23 AM

Hon, this baby has all of the energy I can muster.

Keep us posted on his progress.

WtchyChick13

September 26th, 2003, 04:15 PM

Well right now my mother should be there by now--it takes over 5 hours to drive there so I'm waiting for a call.

We haven't heard anything since last nite which I' taking as good news since we were hoping that he'd make it through the nite.

I don't believe this to be a heart condition--my thinking right now is that he reacted to a medication but I'm still waiting to hear.

I'll be sure to let y'all know when I hear anything and thank you guys. He's just so tiny. :(

:hugz:

Old Witch

September 26th, 2003, 04:33 PM

Continuing the energy....

Hippywitch

September 27th, 2003, 04:36 AM

Poor baby... warm energy on its way to you for strength for the little one and for all your family... hope he pulls through... keep us posted as to his condition. x

FeatherGoblinglimmer

September 27th, 2003, 05:04 AM

I send healing energy and warm comforting thoughts to the baby and its parents. I know they must be going out of there mind.((()))

Pesha

September 27th, 2003, 11:48 AM

I am sending healing energies to the child and family. And sweetheart never apologise for asking for energies, that is what I do ok.

HUGS
BB
DS.

Ravens_Tears

September 27th, 2003, 11:52 AM

Candles lit, energy sent. Huggs for all of you...

WtchyChick13

September 27th, 2003, 05:06 PM

Ok, here's an update on the little guy:

As of Friday nite, the bleeding has stopped. He's still in critical but they at least know what is happening now.

When they gave him the medication to heal the hole in his heart, it tore a hole in his bowels and that's where the bleeding was coming from. I'm not realy sure how it stopped--I keep getting bits and pieces of info. It's going to be a day by day thing right now and if all goes well the tear in his bowels should close up within the next few weeks.

The important thing was that he made it through that first nite. Like I said though, he is still in critical condition and at just over 1lb that's major critical.

My aunt told me last nite that as cute as he is, right now he resembles a Cornish Game Hen with a round head! :lol:

He's also trying like hell to grip fingers. She said that when he tries to wrap his hand around her finger, his hand barely makes it halfway, but he's trying!!! Oh and he opened his eyes again. :)

Personally, I'm going nuts by myself and not knowing what's going on. I keep getting fragments of info but I've got the birdie, so I'm ok! :lol:

The important thing is that my mother is up there and my aunt seemed soooooo relieved of that last nite on the phone. She was a bit calmer when I talked to her so that was good.

Anyway, that's it for now. When I find out the next batch of info, I'll let y'all know!

Thanks again guys!!! GROUP HUG!!!!!! :huddle:

Old Witch

September 27th, 2003, 08:18 PM

He's still fighting!! How tiny he must be! Extra energy coming.......

Hope

September 28th, 2003, 04:15 PM

continued warmth and love and healing to the tiny one! and the family that loves him so

love
hope

LadyOak

September 29th, 2003, 06:07 AM

More Energy sent.....

Scarlettvixen

September 29th, 2003, 07:51 AM

energies sent hun
hope he pulls thro

WtchyChick13

September 29th, 2003, 03:24 PM

Thanks so much guys.

My mother is on her way back home now--she got to see him a few times over the weekend. He's apparantly a fiesty little guy because while moving and fidgeting around yesterday, he knocked one of his IV's out.

It was apparantly scary because before they knew that had happened, all they saw was blood everywhere.

But it was nothing serious (thankfully) and he's gained 4oz.

He's definately out of the woods yet and is still technically in critical condition...but he's trying! :)

:hugz:

Semele

September 29th, 2003, 03:35 PM

He will be in our thoughts. There are a lot of day to day ups and downs in the NICU with micro-premies. I will be praying that he makes it through to be a very strong little brother with little or no residual effects from his time there. It will be a long hospital stay, so keep us updated Hun!

DixieWitch

September 29th, 2003, 06:44 PM

Sending energy and positive thoughts your way.

Ravens_Tears

September 29th, 2003, 07:41 PM

Continued prayers and energy. Glad to hear he's a fiesty one! One of my cousin's babies was the same size at birth, she's now 20+ and 2 inches taller than her mom!

Old Witch

September 29th, 2003, 08:22 PM

Energy renewed........

Hoot

October 2nd, 2003, 11:30 AM

Healing energy, strength and vigor for the little one, his family and all who love and care for him in his struggle. Hang in there.

Nissala

October 2nd, 2003, 03:21 PM

energy sent to the little one and to the family....

WtchyChick13

October 2nd, 2003, 03:40 PM

Thank you so much guys. We haven't heard anything for a couple of days so I'm going with the "no news is good news" theory.

If I hear anything I'll let y'all know.

Thanks again! :hugz: :smooch: :hugz:

menolly

October 2nd, 2003, 07:57 PM

Still sending energy their way each night, they're on my 'prayer' list :)

Oh, and hugs to you Wtchy, for being such a sweetheart! :smooch: :hugz: :huddle:

Ceallach

October 3rd, 2003, 01:12 AM

I got to thinking about the little one and checked in here. Glad to hear he is doing well. The fact that he is showing such spirit bodes well for his future. Continuing the energy..... extra burst for his parents and your family!

:hugz:

Hawk Shadowsoul

October 3rd, 2003, 08:18 AM

Prayers and energy sent for continued recovery.

Old Witch

October 3rd, 2003, 01:35 PM

Energy renewed!

WtchyChick13

October 3rd, 2003, 03:51 PM

You guys are the best! :hugz:

We got a quick update last nite--he's still trying his best and they eased up on the oxygen a bit.

The one thing they have to really keep an eye on right now is his little belly. If it gets distended, then it could be a bad sign...so we're keeping our fngers crossed that it stays the same.

He's a tough little guy that's for sure!

Love you guys!!! :hugz: :smooch: :hugz:

Jenne

October 3rd, 2003, 03:55 PM

*energy from here too* Hugs and snugs for him.

WtchyChick13

October 27th, 2003, 12:53 AM

Xentor

October 27th, 2003, 02:43 AM

Energy in abundance. Let me throw a line.

FaerieGothMommy

October 27th, 2003, 05:14 AM

My energy & love is being sent to the little guy! We all have faith he'll pull through :hugz:

FeatherGoblinglimmer

October 27th, 2003, 06:18 AM

Energy and hugs sent.

Jax

October 27th, 2003, 06:19 AM

Guys, I just found out tonite that the little one is suffering some setbacks. :(

He's been doing well and even gained a whole pound since I last posted about him....but this weekend he took a turn for the worse.

He's had to be resuccitated (spelled wrong I know) 6 times in three days. He's so tired from fighting too.

Please, please keep those good thoughts coming. He's about 2 1/2 lbs now and he's still fighting as hard as he can, but it's getting a little scary now.

This little guy is trying his best, but he needs a nudge. Thanks. :)

Oh! Poor little one! I'm sending him all the positive and healing energy that I can muster. It sounds as if the little fellow is a fighter! :) Please keep us posted. Also sending calming, positive and healing energy to his parents too. http://www.mysticwicks.com/images/smilies2/hug.gif (http://www.mysticwicks.com/misc.php?do=getsmilies#)

Chanda

October 27th, 2003, 06:26 AM

Energy on its way :hugz:

nomadicdragon

October 27th, 2003, 06:27 AM

((hugs)) & energy

Semele

October 27th, 2003, 10:32 AM

Candle lit and energy on the way to him and to Mom and Dad. Prayers will be flowing.

Waterstorm

October 27th, 2003, 10:38 AM

*hugs* I'll pray for him....I don't know so much about sending energy, but I'll do what I can.

Hoot

October 27th, 2003, 11:26 AM

(((WtchyChick)))

:huddle:

Blueowl

October 27th, 2003, 12:30 PM

:huddle: :huddle: :huddle:

Big hugs, I wish the little guy alll the best!! I will lite a candle for him also!

Old Witch

October 27th, 2003, 01:54 PM

Energy renewed...........

WtchyChick13

October 27th, 2003, 03:13 PM

:hugz: Hugs guys and thank you. As soon as I hear anything, I'll let you know what's going on. :hugz:

PeleRising

October 27th, 2003, 04:01 PM

Energy sent for the little one and his mum and dad...

Sekhemet

October 27th, 2003, 11:43 PM

sending healing - growing + hugs ...

XxoxX

WtchyChick13

October 28th, 2003, 12:29 AM

:hugz:

WtchyChick13

October 29th, 2003, 03:42 PM

Guys, he's not doing well. Got a call at 4am (my time) last nite that he has to have surgery. The bleeding has started again and he has an infection also.

They've given him antibiotics for the infection hoping to clear it up or else they can't do the surgery right away. Once the infection clears, they can go in.

He's gained a pound but it doesn't seem to be helping him fight.

Please, if you can, get the energy flowing again for him. He's got to be transported to another facility (2 hour drive) and they are worried if he will make it during the trip.

Thanks.

Xentor

October 29th, 2003, 05:12 PM

Energy on its way right now.

DaDagda

October 29th, 2003, 05:34 PM

I trully hope we can muster enough

Here is my gift!

Blessed Be

Semele

October 29th, 2003, 09:22 PM

He and the family are still in my thoughts.

Lyntwyn

October 29th, 2003, 09:33 PM

Energy and embraces on their way.

Old Witch

October 29th, 2003, 10:29 PM

Just sent the energy again

WtchyChick13

October 29th, 2003, 10:40 PM

Thank you so much. I haven't heard anything yet today but will let you know as soon as I do.

By the way, right after my mother told me about the baby, the first thing she said then was, "ok, get those friends of yours together and work your magick!" :D

DanuMoonrunner

October 29th, 2003, 10:46 PM

What an understanding mother you have! Energy sent!

DaDagda

October 30th, 2003, 02:22 AM

I have been visualising a ball of healing energy for about a hour and am very tired. But it is sent and on the way! hope the majick holds it's power all the way from Canada!

DaDagda

Jax

October 30th, 2003, 05:43 PM

WtchyChick13

October 30th, 2003, 11:24 PM

It's not looking good right now. I talked to my mother earlier and she said that he made it to the new hospital ok but they just can't stop the internal bleeding. What's worse is, right now they don't know where it's coming from. They still can't go in to operate right now because of the infection and they are waiting for the antibiotics to take effect.

I'm worried that he is suffering. He's been fighting for so long now and I don't know how much fight he's got left in him.

If he can just make it through to the surgery...but even then...he needs help. He needs strength and I'm just sorry that I can't be there with my cousin as she is going through this. Her mother is with mine and going through a hard time as well because she feels bad that she's away.

We are a VERY close family...a large one, but close. We want to be all together for this and we can't. But I'm so glad that you guys are here. You have no idea.

Right now, I just want him to make it through the nite.

Anyway, thanks again all.

Semele

October 31st, 2003, 10:27 AM

This family is constantly in my thoughts. I can't even imagine how hard this is for all of you. I will be offline most of the week-end with work, but I will be asking Mol to keep an eye out for any updates. I am sending all the strength I can to his mom during this hard time.

Prizm

October 31st, 2003, 04:59 PM

Healing energy and prayers for the wee one! Sending peace and calm for the family. Blessed be the children and those who love them!

WtchyChick13

October 31st, 2003, 06:13 PM

As of 1pm est:

They found an obstruction in his bowels and don't know if they will be able to operate today at all. They may have to wait until Monday.

I'm hoping they will be able to do it today--it's the obstruction that is causing a bulk of the internal bleeding.

I'm still waiting to hear more but it's hard because I'm getting it third hand. As soon as I hear anything, I'll let y'all know.

Thank for the continued thoughts, love and energy. You guys fill my heart in ways you don't even know. :hugz:

Sekhemet

November 1st, 2003, 05:32 AM

*lurking*

sending hugs, thoughts, "hurry up!" and GROW JUICE!

XxoxX

Faery-Wings

November 1st, 2003, 06:48 AM

Sending more energy still. For the baby, the family and you Wtchy. (((((HUGS)))))

Old Witch

November 1st, 2003, 12:14 PM

I'm sick right now,and just can't raise any energy...........But I check this thread (all these threads actually) and the baby is in my thoughts.......Soon as I feel a bit better.....ZZZZAP!

Hope

November 1st, 2003, 02:46 PM

thanks for keeping us updated

still sending healing and calm

love
hope

PeleRising

November 1st, 2003, 07:05 PM

energy and strength sent for the little one and his family

Hoot

November 1st, 2003, 10:28 PM

(((Wtchy)))

:huddle:

WtchyChick13

November 3rd, 2003, 12:31 AM

Continued thanks guys. :hugz:

Sunday update:

They located where the infection was coming from...a pic (sp?) line going from his shoulder into his heart to deliver medication. They took the line out so that the infection can clear faster.

Tomorrow (Monday) the team of surgeons is meeting to discuss the major surgery he's going to have to go under and we will be finding out exactly when they are going to do it tomorrow, hopefully.

I'll say this much for the munchkin...he's still battling like a trooper! He keeps trying to pull out his feeding tube! :eek:

He still only about 3lbs and they feel that he will lose some of that weight after the surgery.

He turned 6 weeks old today but if you think about it, if my cousin hadn't delivered him then, she'd still be carrying him! She'd still be only 6 1/2 months along right now. It boggles my mind, it really does thinking of that.

Anyway, that's it for now. My aunt is back with them again and will be able to keep an eye on my cousin's other son who's 7 now but he was also extremely premature. (He is however my pride and joy and still believe him to be mine! :lol: )

I'll let you know about the surgery and such as soon as I hear anything.

Thanks again for the continued wishes everyone. I really believe that it's been helping him get through this far. :) :hugz:

Faery-Wings

November 3rd, 2003, 07:05 AM

Thanks for the update. I hope that everything starts turning around for him and his little body grows strong and healthy.

Semele

November 3rd, 2003, 11:34 AM

Sunday update:

They located where the infection was coming from...a pic (sp?) line going from his shoulder into his heart to deliver medication. They took the line out so that the infection can clear faster.

Yeah that is a PICC line which stands for peripherally inserted central line. It is the best way to give fluids and antibiotics long term, but they do get infected unfortunately. Oddly enough an infected PICC line itself can be a huge issue because it does go direclty into the heart. Luckily they found it in time. I would have thought he had an umbilical line which is where they put the line directly through the artery or vein in the little bit of cord hanging out. He may be a little too old for that now though.

I am lighting him a candle for a good outcome in surgery. They may have to externalise his intestine for a bit and give him a little ostomy, but it is usually reversable later on once things have healed up.

Your entire family is in our thoughts constanly.

OBsIDiaN3

November 3rd, 2003, 02:42 PM

Poor, little dude....Sorry to take so long, but I'll send as much energy as I possibly can for him. I'll also be sure to burn a candle for him, tonight. :blowcandl

WtchyChick13

November 3rd, 2003, 03:53 PM

Yeah that is a PICC line which stands for peripherally inserted central line. It is the best way to give fluids and antibiotics long term, but they do get infected unfortunately. Oddly enough an infected PICC line itself can be a huge issue because it does go direclty into the heart. Luckily they found it in time. I would have thought he had an umbilical line which is where they put the line directly through the artery or vein in the little bit of cord hanging out. He may be a little too old for that now though.

I am lighting him a candle for a good outcome in surgery. They may have to externalise his intestine for a bit and give him a little ostomy, but it is usually reversable later on once things have healed up.

Your entire family is in our thoughts constanly.

Thank you so much...all of you. :)

Semele, what you said about the ostomy is right. I've heard something about them having to bypass the small intestine??? Since there are multiple blockages in the bowels, part of the surgery is having to reroute (if only temporary) his intestines to compensate for what has been happening so far.

It always amazes me how they can do that on such a tiny guy like him.

Anywhoo, no updates so far, but you'll be the well, second to know (after me of course!).

Much love to all of you!!!! :)

Autumn

November 3rd, 2003, 04:20 PM

Energy and love being sent to the little fighter...

DanuMoonrunner

November 3rd, 2003, 07:03 PM

More love and energy sent to the wee one!

StrmLily

November 3rd, 2003, 07:25 PM

Energy coming your way.

WtchyChick13

November 4th, 2003, 01:08 AM

Surgery will be done on Tuesday AM.

:hugz:

WtchyChick13

November 5th, 2003, 12:07 AM

Ok here it is. They did the surgery on the baby. It was a lot worse once they got in there and had to take out more of both the lower and upper intestines than originally thought. He will now be on feeding tubes for an indefinate amount of time.

What is saddest most about this is that in the middle of the operation, one of the doctors came out and asked my cousin whether or not they should proceed since there was so much damage inside. My cousin, who isn't really thinking straight right now didn't realize what they were actually telling her and said immediately "Oh yes! Continue!"

Of course we all know that what they were saying is, should we continue at all.

So now there he is. Feeding tube and just struggling to even survive right now.

There is a lot of anxiety going on in the family about this. Many of us are so upset at my cousin for even getting pregnant in the first place because her first little one went through similar suffering and even though he is the best little boy in the world now (not that I'm predjudice or anything :lol: ) that pregnancy almost killed both her and the baby.

When she got pregnant this time, it again, almost killed her and now the baby is suffering more than any of us ever imagined. My mother is a wreck because she had gone up to see the baby and got very attached very quickly. A few of us are holding on to our anger over the situation for survival. I know once I let myself go, I won't be able to stop crying--so the anger is holding me right now.

There is just so much going on. My other cousin who just had a baby...his wife is jealous (yes jealous) because the little one in the hospital is hogging the attention. So what does she do??? Today, knowing full well that the surgery was today and that we've all been waiting for phone calls and emails, sent out the Christening announcement for their baby. Like she couldn't wait a couple of days?

Anyway, sorry to ramble--that situation could have me going on for a few pages! :lol:

Right now I'm so sad for that little one. He's gone through so much and as my mother said tonite, "never got a chance to know what it's like to be a regular baby." Very, very true.

Thanks for letting me vent and for the thoughts and energy. I love you all so much. :hugz:

Flar's Freyja

November 5th, 2003, 12:14 AM

(((((WC))))) I'm so sorry to hear that the prognosis isn't good. I feel for them, this type of decision can not be an easy one. I may have told you in the past that I can identify due to my grandnephew being born with an incompletely formed heart, his chances going from 0 to 70 and back to 0 and then finally losing him. I know what my niece went through, so I can imagine their pain.

Hugs and the healing love of the goddess to all of you.

FeatherGoblinglimmer

November 5th, 2003, 06:17 AM

Calm and healing energy sent. It mustbe hard, even harder knowing this has happened b4. ((()))

Chanda

November 5th, 2003, 06:47 AM

Calming and healing energy sent to the baby, to you and your family. :hugz:

Blueowl

November 5th, 2003, 07:52 AM

Lots of healing energy and prayers are going out to you and your family...maybe for your cousin this is a very hard lesson for her to learn, unfortunatley, it is involving another life, which isn't fair either. But the need to have another child can defiantley supercede what realistically may not be a good idea. I really send my heart and hugs out to you all. Thanks for keeping us posted on all this! Let me know if you need to talk or anything, I am here if you need to vent some more!!!

Hope

November 5th, 2003, 09:02 AM

:(

((hugs))

calm and peace and comfort

love
hope

Autumn

November 5th, 2003, 01:21 PM

((((((WC&family))))))

More energy being sent to a valient little fighter!!!

Hang in there, the anger is part of the grieving process. and grieving is normal even as the fighter still fights on, you greive the baby he could have been were he not so very premature.

Is there a family member who could surrogate gestate a sibling in exchange for this poor long suffering mom getting her tubes tied? Occasionally there are women for whom pregnancy just does not work well. however that does not always mean the desire to mother and hold a little one is any less strong

ajna

November 5th, 2003, 03:54 PM

Energy for the child and mother, all will fall into place.
And prayers for all those affected by this situation.

Semele

November 5th, 2003, 06:09 PM

(((WC)))

I was afraid it would be pretty bad once they got in. He has fought tremendous odds to get this far. I will hold him and the whole family in my heart and prayers for a long time.

Don't be angry with his mom. Yes, she took another risk, but most of us would do the same. There are some things stronger then rational thought and it doesn't mean we are just ignorant or stupid or even selfish. I think this little guy has a big purpose in this life. Although it may be short and seem painful to us..it is serving a very needed purpose somehow.

I actually had expected the doctors to approach the idea of letting him go before when there were questions about him surviving the trip to the other hospital. Mom just may not yet be ready for that step and needs a little time to accept it. Or there is the chance that this little guy will fool everyone and begin to thrive. I certainly hope he does if that is his will.

I wish I could make it all better. I love ya!

WtchyChick13

November 5th, 2003, 07:15 PM

Thanks to all of you.

There are some things about my cousin that I haven't mentioned and I guess should've. She's not exactly the most stable of women. I love her and all, but due to her own illness, issues, etc. having another child wasn't supposed to be in the works. This is why there is much anger over this. Her meds alone would compromise the baby and instead of having her tubes tied years ago, she just kept "chancing it" and ended up with this pregnancy.

I'm just sorry that it's all coming down on this little soul who has already been through so much.

Anywhoo, haven't heard anything yet today but I'll let you all know when I do.

Thanks again and my love to all of you!

(Oh and my mother thanks you as well.) :hugz:

She-Arna

November 5th, 2003, 07:48 PM

That poor little kid. I was fed with tubes as a baby as well and it was horrible, or so I've been told ;). *hugs*

April

November 5th, 2003, 08:03 PM

I'm sending all the healing and calming energy that I can, I hope it helps even a little and the little guy gets better.

WtchyChick13

November 6th, 2003, 03:20 AM

Thank you all. :)

I've sent out so much energy lately I'm sick as a dog. I was sick last week and thought it was over, but I've been concentrating so hard on the baby and a few friends that whatever I had came screaming back with avengence.

However, I'd much rather be sick and continue sending that little guy (and the rest of the family) energy than not. And I know after reading your posts that whatever I can send out is being merged with yours so thank you for that. It makes me feel a lot better about it. :)

Hoping to hear something tomorrow. I'll let you know.

Much love! :hugz:

Faery-Wings

November 6th, 2003, 07:26 AM

Continued hugs and love to you and your family.

Autumn

November 9th, 2003, 05:52 PM

I have been wondering and worrying over the baby...I have been afraid that the silnce did not bode well for the poor guy...please tell me he's still fighting on??

(((((((hugs to WC&family))))))))

NaturesWitch

November 9th, 2003, 06:24 PM

i know what your cousin is going through.
my son was born at 24 weeks and died 27 days later.

i will say a prayer for you and your family tonight....

WtchyChick13

November 10th, 2003, 01:41 AM

Oh I'm so sorry. :( :hugz:

I have been wondering and worrying over the baby...I have been afraid that the silnce did not bode well for the poor guy...please tell me he's still fighting on??

(((((((hugs to WC&family))))))))

Thank you so much everyone!

I got an update today:

It turns out that the operation was more extensive than we had been told. They took out 60% of his bowels--most of his small and large intestines and the "flap" that connects the two together. They also removed his gallbladder for fear that the meds would give him gallstones. They also did a lung biopsy but we don't have the results of that yet.

They worked on him for 8 hours and they will have to go back in soon. His surgeon is thankfully also a pediatric cardiac surgeon as well so if anything happens during surgery, he can do it all without having to wait and call on another doctor.

With all of this, the little guy actually gained weight--he's up to 4lbs and opened his eyes when he was supposed to be sedated. My aunt was in with him (his grandmother) and she said that he grabbed her finger and looked right at her! He was supposed to be asleep for like 24 hours and there he is holding on to her!

He's such a fighter. He's 7 weeks old today and still trying his hardest. It still just amazes me.

Thank you all again for the love and the energy. I'm so sick and I don't know how good my energy would be to him right now.

Many, many hugs to all of you! :hugz:

Jenne

November 10th, 2003, 01:53 AM

*continued energy for the little fighter!* :hugz:

Blueowl

November 10th, 2003, 08:06 AM

You go little guy..keep on a fighting!!!!!

Semele

November 10th, 2003, 10:30 AM

Glad to hear he is still hanging tough. He will be in our thoughts and prayers constantly.

Autumn

November 12th, 2003, 02:23 PM

Oh I am so glad he is fighting on...what a little hero!!!

Energy going out to him...

IndigoMoon

November 12th, 2003, 09:53 PM

I'm sending love and healing energy to your family. Everything happens for a reason you know. I have a baby that I wasn't supposed to have either. But I guess only the universe really knows what is supposed to happen.

Old Witch

November 12th, 2003, 11:25 PM

Energy continuing...........

OBsIDiaN3

November 16th, 2003, 06:45 PM

I'm so glad to hear that he's okay (in some sense). It really brings tears to my eyes to hear that he's still fighting and that he's so brave. I wish I could be there to see him because he's such a hero to me.

WtchyChick13

November 17th, 2003, 01:14 AM

Oh thank you for that. :)

I got word last nite that he's still fighting on. He's up to 4lbs 11oz and has tried to pull out every one of the tubes that's coming out of him. His mother, father and grandmother have all been able to hold him for a minute or two and they've moved him out of the isolette.

However, he's far from out of the woods. There is a possibility that he may be blind in one eye. This is due to the fact that he was born so early that his eyes hadn't fully developed yet. We also don't know about how his lungs will be--didn't hear how the biopsy came out.

He's holding his own for now and honestly I never thought he'd make it this far. My big worry (this is just me talking) is what he's going to be facing in his future. His older brother (also a premie but at 6 1/2 mos. not 5 like this little one) has a myriad of health issues and learning difficulties. He's "high performing autistic" and while he's my angel, has so many troubles in school.

This new little one was soooooooo early that he's going to have even more problems both health related and with his learning abilities. I hate to think of him having such a hard time in the future.

However, that is not to be worried about right now. He still has to get through this ordeal and just survival is the main priority.

My family and I thank you guys so, so much for all of the thoughts, prayers and energy you have sent us. You just have no idea how much it means to me. :hugz:

Semele

November 17th, 2003, 11:09 AM

Kaylara

November 17th, 2003, 11:53 AM

Lotsa love to you and your family, and especially to the baby.

WtchyChick13

November 17th, 2003, 11:12 PM

I understand your concern about the hurdles he may face later in life. That is one of the issues that isn't often thought of when we go to such extremes to save these micropreemies that would have been termed as a miscarriage just fifteen years ago.

The thing is that we never can tell from this stagw which ones will suffer the hard knocks in life and which ones will fly greatly. There is no way to know and all we have is hope. I hope that he will do well. He is in our prayers.

:hugz: Thanks sweetie. :hugz:

How did the surgery turn out? Did they have to do a temporary ostomy? Have they started feeds back yet?

I had posted this last week (?) about the surgery, but don't know about the ostomy...I'm getting things third hand so I post as I find them out:

It turns out that the operation was more extensive than we had been told. They took out 60% of his bowels--most of his small and large intestines and the "flap" that connects the two together. They also removed his gallbladder for fear that the meds would give him gallstones. They also did a lung biopsy but we don't have the results of that yet.

Kay, thanks. :smooch:

jennymac

November 18th, 2003, 11:27 AM

sending more energy to add to the rest!!

Semele

November 18th, 2003, 05:05 PM

I bet he had NEC, which is necrotising entercolitis. Basically the intestines just aren't working right for whatever reason or they simply start to die because of lack of use. That is very common with the little ones because of such somplications with respiratory issues and such, they get fed intraveneously and the bowels begin to die. They have to remove all the dead portions and the healthy tissue immediately touching it to salvage what they can. It is rough, but I have seen kiddos do well after having almost all of the intestine removed. The key now is getting food through there asap to keep it healthy and functioning. I wonder if they put in a g-tube during the surgery..hhhmmmm.

Keep us updated and know that your whole family is in our prayers and thoughts.

Hope

November 20th, 2003, 10:32 PM

still in my thoughts ((hugs))

love
hope

Hoot

November 20th, 2003, 11:21 PM

(((Wtchy)))

Kaylara

December 3rd, 2003, 05:01 PM

Any new news yet? More Energy coming your way and to the baby hon.

WtchyChick13

December 3rd, 2003, 05:31 PM

:smooch: As a matter of fact we just heard something last nite.

He's up to 5lbs 4oz but is still having grave difficulties. He stops breathing from time to time and cannot be taken off of the respirator/ventilator. They thought they might be able to move him back to the hospital where he was born but it's just not possible. They just don't know why he's having these difficulties. his immunity is non-existant and they are worried now about colds coming in and there is still no sign of what how much actual sight he will have.

On the other side of it, his mother is in danger now of losing her job, my aunt (the baby's grandmother) who has been taking care of the baby's brother may also lose her job because she has to keep taking time off to tend to the older one. My cousin's hubby has also taken a tremendous amount of time off and he has also been given a warning. The older one has been sick and he too has a weak immune system due to him also being a premie...he's 7 now but has many residual problems from his birth.

All in all, this is such a stressful time for them all. My cousin is in complete denial which I know of course is normal, but she has many problems that are making this worse. She still thinks that the baby will be home for Christmas and there is just no way this is going to happen.

Mom told me that they are going to send me pics of the baby but you know, I really don't want to see them. I know this sounds horrible but I'm a big mush when it comes to babies and I'm so afraid of getting attached to just seeing his pic. I know what it's been doing to my mother who got to hold him--I just don't want to get attached until I know he will be ok.

He is hanging in there that's for sure. It's amazing that he is still here and that really says something.

Thank you guys for continuing to ask about him and for the love that you've been sending. :hugz:

Semele

December 3rd, 2003, 05:58 PM

The fact that he has fought for this long is a pretty good sign. He is definately a fighter. We are always thinking of him!

Autumn

December 3rd, 2003, 07:19 PM

He sure is a tough customer! More and renewed energy for him!

morrigen

December 3rd, 2003, 10:20 PM

energy sent.

WtchyChick13

December 3rd, 2003, 10:22 PM

:hugz:

Old Witch

December 3rd, 2003, 11:30 PM

I think about this little one a lot........Energy continuing to be sent.......

OBsIDiaN3

December 9th, 2003, 04:53 PM

I think he's staying on everyone's mind. I keep checking back in here to look for the post that says, "The doctors say that he'll be just fine and has a strong and healthy future to look forward to!" :D

WtchyChick13

December 9th, 2003, 05:00 PM

Boy, wouldn't that be great? :hugz:

Lamoondove

December 9th, 2003, 06:17 PM

Oh I just seen this,,
I been so wraped up and worried for Sable haven really been looking at other threads ,, I seen Sable and she doing better,,

I have strength and extra energy now ,,
((((((((( I send some for the new baby ,,,))))))))))
~~~~~~~~~~Strength and energy to her whole family !!!~~~~~~~~~~~~~
I hope all turns out ok !!!!!
Bright Blessings ,,,,,,,,BB ~~~MP

Kaylara

December 11th, 2003, 01:31 PM

Any more news on the baby?

Semele

December 11th, 2003, 03:58 PM

Yeah yeah..any news. I look here and see a reply and get all nervous and anxious! Still sending love and prayers!

WtchyChick13

December 11th, 2003, 04:35 PM

Sorry guys, no news as of right now.

But it never fails, as soon as I post something like that...we hear from my aunt with an update. :T

I'll let ya' know as soon as I hear anything! :hugz:

Hoot

December 11th, 2003, 09:54 PM

More energy for this little fighter, and strength for his family to keep going.

:huddle:

WtchyChick13

December 11th, 2003, 11:40 PM

:smooch:

:hugz:

AuroraSilvermist

December 11th, 2003, 11:49 PM

Sending energy for the little guy! Preemies fight so hard for survival. I think it gives them such strength of character as they mature. I known several children who were born the tiniest of preemies, and today they're the most amazing kids. :hugz:

WtchyChick13

December 16th, 2003, 02:16 AM

Update:

We have bad news. It does not look good for the little one. He needs a liver transplant and he's had several cardiac arrests over the past few days. Apparantly there is no DNR order so he has been resuscitated several times. Both of his eyes are severely damaged and there are two new nurses that have botched his feeding tubes...one forgot to turn it on and the other gave him too much at once...so that's not really helping matters.

I have no idea what is keeping him alive right now.

My aunt finally admitted tonite that she knows that he is not meant to be here and now we are just hoping that his suffering will end. He's been through way too much and he's got no fight left in him.

His brother asked this past weekend if Santa will bring his brother home for Christmas and if he couldn't, could he please bring him to a hospital closer to where they live? :( He's never seen his baby brother and is having a hard time understanding a lot of what is going on right now.

My cousin is wrecked and I honestly don't think she's even comprehending what is happening right now. Her husband is amazing and is trying so hard to keep it together for her. My poor aunt is still trying to take care of the baby's brother while going on with what she needs to do...work, etc, and she's just plain tired now.

It's all too much and it's just not getting any better for them.

I had a big feeling that this little guy was not meant to be here long....I've been trying not to get myself attached to the 'idea' of him. I'm so amazed at how he's been holding on and that he's made it this far. I just don't want him to have to go through anymore. He's so small....

Anyway, there it is. I think now, it's just a matter of waiting.

Chanda

December 16th, 2003, 04:42 AM

:hugz: to you, your family and the baby.

Romani Vixen

December 16th, 2003, 06:27 AM

Goodness... I just ran across this... I will send all the energy I can muster!!!! My niece died at 7 days old because of a heart condition. I'm still heartbroken 3 years later. I pray that what is best for the baby will happen...

*****huggs*****

We're here for you...

FalconSong

Hoot

December 16th, 2003, 11:09 AM

(((Wtchy))) :hugz: I'm so sorry.

Sending energy for (((you, the baby, and all who love and care for him))). May this sweet and struggling little soul find relief from suffering. And may comfort, peace, and love embrace and support all of you.

:huddle:

Autumn

December 16th, 2003, 05:02 PM

That is so sad...

May the Goddess come and take this little soul gently and quickly...

FaeFollower

December 16th, 2003, 05:39 PM

(((((Witchy))))) I'm sending lots and lots of energy for you and your family, and hoping that you all will get through this. I am sending the little one lots of energy that he will be comfortable, no matter what happens. :hugz:

WtchyChick13

December 16th, 2003, 11:36 PM

Thank you all so much. :hugz:

My mother is having a very hard time with this since she actually got to hold the baby a couple of months ago and got quite attached to him very quickly.

I still don't want to see a photo of him right now. I'm trying to stay 'distant' from it for my own sake and so that I can be there for mom and the rest of them. It's just easier for me that way.

We heard nothing today...waiting games are never fun and this case, it's just brutal. :(

Hoot

December 17th, 2003, 12:00 AM

We're here.

:huddle:

WtchyChick13

December 17th, 2003, 12:41 AM

:smooch:

MammaStar

December 17th, 2003, 02:01 PM

(((((((((CC))))))))))) you know my family is there for yours. Always.

WtchyChick13

December 17th, 2003, 05:09 PM

:hugz:

Lunacie

December 17th, 2003, 05:16 PM

Love, hugs, comfort, ease, and energy sent.

Kalika

December 17th, 2003, 06:34 PM

:hugz:

Reading all this made me cry.... I'm so sorry for everything your family is going through right now. I would have thought that peoples jobs would be more understanding in such circumstances!

Love and energy sent to the little guy, mom, dad, and big brother. :hugz: for you.

Blessings,

Kalika

Faery-Wings

December 18th, 2003, 07:20 AM

((((((Wtchy))))

As much as you know something is for the best, it doesn't make it any easier. I am soo soo sorry hon. Thinking of you..... :(

Ezevia

December 18th, 2003, 07:43 AM

I am sorry to hear all your sadness,.
My husband and I had a healthy first pregnancy but when our little 9 1/2 lb Alexander was born he was the sickest baby in the nursery. He swallowed Merconium during delivery and was asfixiated (spelling) when born, there was NO oxygen in the delivery room and he was deprived for 7 minutes, it was truly an awful experience, all I wanted from the entire event was the ability to retain him in my memory...he lived 2 weeks to the day.. that was 25 years ago... it still burns my heart.
Blessings on you and your family
I always try to live by the quote "there are no coincidences" sometimes it helps.
Ezevia

Hope

December 18th, 2003, 01:24 PM

You are all still in my thoughts and in my heart

love
hope

chevybenzbabe

December 18th, 2003, 03:06 PM

sending energy

WynnJera

December 19th, 2003, 02:03 AM

http://www.evolutionconcepts.com/~wynnjera/images/smallcandleani.gif

Energy sent for you and your family :huddle:

WtchyChick13

December 19th, 2003, 03:22 AM

Thank you all so much. (WJ--I love that candle. :) )

Still no word. :(

Autumn

December 19th, 2003, 10:48 AM

Hugs!!!

Hoot

December 19th, 2003, 11:16 AM

:huddle: Take good care of yourself, sweetie.

WtchyChick13

December 31st, 2003, 03:23 AM

Quickie update folks:

They took the baby off of the ventilator today (tuesday) and he's actually doing well. He also tried to wrestle with the nurses while they were changing his PIC line and he was so squiggly that they decided not to put it in today. He's still fighting hard, although I'm so afraid that my cousin is going to get her hopes up. Every time he seems to be gaining strength she starts talking as if he's completely fine.

My mother is going up to see them for a few days tomorrow. I'm kind of hoping that she won't be able to see the baby again only because yesterday when she was in the baby section of the store she was already crying. I know it sounds horrible of me, but I don't want her to get too attached...just in case.

I'm hoping to get up to see them sometime in January. I go to my father's house every Jan. for our holiday together (and to celebrate his wife's b-day) and it would take about 4 hours less for me to get out to Western NY from his house rather than an 8.5 hour trip from here. I still need to raise the money for the trip so it may not be until later in the month that I go.

I'm hoping that while I'm out there I can give them a bit of a break by watching the 7 year old. He and I have a very special connection and I've always thought of him as my own. I thought that maybe while I'm there, my aunt could finally get some rest and my cousin and her husband could take a day just for them. It's been so long since they've all had any kind of a "normal" existence!

Again, this trip will hinge on my money situation so I will keep you guys updated on my travel plans. I haven't seen them all in a little over 2 years and I miss them terribly. This is a part of the family that I'm extremely close to and that I used to see quite a few times a year. I can't wait to see them and at the same time, I'm sad about what is going on. Just once it would be nice for us to get together for something good, ya' know?

Thanks again for all of the support and love! :hugz:

Hoot

December 31st, 2003, 03:41 AM

(((WtchyChick))) :hugz:

I'm so glad you let us know how things are going for (((him and your family))).

I've been thinking about all of you.

You're staying snug in my heart and mind, where I can keep sending love for you all, along with some energy for strength and hope in the face of fear. Whatever happens, you can get through it together.

For you in particular, lots of love (always), with energy for strength, peace, good health, and the ability to see and draw opportunities and happy windfalls your way. Keep going, sweetie - you have us hanging in there, right with you.

:huddle:

Old Witch

December 31st, 2003, 05:57 AM

((((((((((Wtchy))))))))), The little one is always in my prayers....and you too!

Calyx

December 31st, 2003, 09:31 AM

OMG--Where have I been? I guess I don't look down far enough.....

((WitchyChick)),
I am very sorry to have read about your family's troubles. That sweet little baby must really be a fighter... I am glad to read about his improvements. :)
Sending lots of energy for healing, health and love to the baby. Sending hugs and love to you :huddle: and calming energy to the baby's mother......

I am sorry I missed this before..... :rolleyes:

Prizm

December 31st, 2003, 11:30 AM

Keeping you and yours in my thoughts and prayers. Blessings to you and all your loved ones. Many HUGS!

StormwolfAvatar

December 31st, 2003, 02:12 PM

*shakes sleep from her eyes*

Goodness, been so busy I fell asleep! I shouldn't be sleeping on the job...

((Wtchy & kin))

Healing energy sent. May your warrior fight on to another day, if it be meant for him.

TwoPaws,
Stormwolf A.

Flar's Freyja

December 31st, 2003, 02:14 PM

What they all said. You know you're always in my heart.

Semele

December 31st, 2003, 05:27 PM

They took the baby off of the ventilator today (tuesday) and he's actually doing well. He also tried to wrestle with the nurses while they were changing his PIC line and he was so squiggly that they decided not to put it in today.

That's great news! Glad to hear that he is flying without the vent...big steps in the NICU!

He's still fighting hard, although I'm so afraid that my cousin is going to get her hopes up. Every time he seems to be gaining strength she starts talking as if he's completely fine.

There are times in life when all we really have to hold onto is hope. In this circumstance, parents look for and cling to any little thing that can give them a reason to have hope, whether it be an hour off the vent or a nice dirty diaper proving that the intestines are indeed functioning. The staff of the NICU usually encourages and offers these small rays of hope because there are so many setbacks and times when all hope falls to the floor and leaves you standing there breathlessly waiting for that next ray of hope to make you breathe again.

Like you my friend I pray that the next few weeks and months will be as painless as possible for him and his family and of course your mom. I understand your need to protect them from as much pain as you can and to protect yourself as well, but don't give up on him yet. Sometimes that desperate hope is enough to drive the cosmos to a different outcome.

You will all be in my prayers continuously. I hope you can get up to see them, as i think it trully would be great for them to have a normal day as you put it. Also big brother could probably use a little special time and attention just for himself! Hugs!

Kalika

December 31st, 2003, 05:30 PM

:hugz:

Wtchy, I hope that everything stays well. Please continue to keep us posted.

You and your family are in my thoughts.

Blessings,

Kalika

WtchyChick13

January 1st, 2004, 12:49 AM

You will all be in my prayers continuously. I hope you can get up to see them, as i think it trully would be great for them to have a normal day as you put it. Also big brother could probably use a little special time and attention just for himself! Hugs!

I talked to my dad today so he's ok with me using his place as a sort of pit stop which helps a lot. :)

I also got to talk to my little guy today!!! :boing: :boing: :boing:

This is the big brother who I've always said is actually my child, but my cousin had him for me. :D Actually, I've had many psychics tell me that he was supposed to be mine but he couldn't wait to get here! :lol:

He's amazing. I didn't think he'd remember me right off, it HAS been two years since I've seen him and he's slightly autistic so his memory can be back and forth. But he recalled the whole last time I saw him and what we did and everything and he's all psyched about showing me around the new museum where he lives. :)

(He's my little geek-boy. :lol: :lol: :lol: )

I was on such a high after talking to him. He's so amazing and I've now made a solemn promise to him that I am indeed coming. So I will get there even if I have to walk!!! :2G:

Thank you again everyone for the constant thoughts and prayers. I can't tell you how much this has all meant to me and my family. :hugz:

Autumn

January 1st, 2004, 01:42 AM

I'm glad things are looking up...

Energy still being sent.

lil_lady_luck

January 1st, 2004, 02:14 PM

I just read this thread....wanted to give my support and love for the little guy and your family. Such big inspiration to be found in such a little guy! Energy and love to you all! :huddle:

WtchyChick13

January 6th, 2004, 01:34 AM

I just read this thread....wanted to give my support and love for the little guy and your family. Such big inspiration to be found in such a little guy! Energy and love to you all! :huddle:

Thank you! :hugz:

Latest update:

My mother saw the baby this past Friday and he's up to 7lbs. He's had laser eye surgery on one eye and they are waiting to see if that was effective in correcting his vision or bringing it back before doing the other one.

He's off the respirator and ventilator and is only using the little thing in his nose. I know that's technical but still. :lol:

I saw pics of him, by accident but then I really looked at them--he's a cutie! :)

His big brother has gone in to see him and is apparantly quite cute with the baby. :D

He's definately not out of the woods and the doctors are insistent that he is still day to day, but this is what has been going on right now. They can't feed him right now because his liver was starting to fail, but that detail was a bit hazy.

I'm still hoping to get up there this month and my little guy (older brother) has apparantly been talking about me and all the things he wants to do with me when I get there! :lol:

Hoot

January 6th, 2004, 01:47 AM

Wtchy, it sounds like the little fella is hanging in there and pulling through! That is such good news!

Your little cousin is going to be thrilled to see you. You ARE going on that trip!

:huddle:

WtchyChick13

January 6th, 2004, 01:52 AM

I'm buying my lottery tix tomorrow! :lol:

WtchyChick13

January 15th, 2004, 01:56 AM

Update:

As of 1/14/04: The baby is off the oxygen completely and has taken his very first bottle! They are going to try Pedialyte tomorrow to see if he can handle it.

I cannot believe this baby!!! :eek: :hugz:

While he is doing a bit better, we are worried about his mom. My cousin has a history of depression and things are starting to hit her hard now. She's starting to realize how much time she's lost with her older boy and with all of the times the baby has 'crashed' it has really taken it's toll.

I don't know if she's been keeping up her meds--she has a habit of not taking them for long periods of time and with all of the craziness that has been going on, I wouldn't be surprised if she's stopped taking them again.

All of the driving to/from the hospital, (it's 2 hours away from home), staying at the Ronald Mc.D house and all this while at the very beginning of a new marriage is just too much in a very short period of time. I saw a pic of her from 2 weeks ago and she looks horrible. I know she's tired and exhaused, but honestly, she looks sick to me. Her coloring is off and she's gained a ton of weight. She doesn't look healthy at all.

I'm still planning on going up there--just waiting for the lottery fairy to come and grant my wish. I just want to give them a break. Even if it's only for a few days. :(

Moon Daughter

January 15th, 2004, 02:51 AM

all of the energy i can gather right now is sent his way.
i pray he makes it

Chanda

January 15th, 2004, 04:00 AM

He his still on my thoughts... :hugz: I hope you can make it to visit your family!

Love,
Chanda.

Faery-Wings

January 15th, 2004, 07:09 AM

Great news for the baby!

Hugs and strength to the mother. Does the hospital offer any support services? She might be able to look into that- there might either be professional support locally or a volunteer run support group that she could hook up with. The stress of it all must be horrendous.

Blueowl

January 15th, 2004, 09:03 AM

i am so glad ot hear the baby is doing well!! That is great news...have you done a spell to h elp the mom though? I send her all the positive energy I can...is there someone there to take care of her with all this and make sure she takes her meds? I hope you get up there soon Witchy..keep us posted little woman!!! :huddle:

banondraig

January 15th, 2004, 09:16 AM

that's great the baby is breathing now! :huddle: for Wtchy's whole family, especially cousin and baby boy.

Semele

January 15th, 2004, 09:19 AM

Energy still flowing to the whol family!

Autumn

January 15th, 2004, 09:31 AM

WOW!

Tough customer this one!

Energy still flowing and someextra energy going to mom to get her straightened around.

Lamoondove

January 15th, 2004, 10:07 AM

I wasnt here at the time this thread started and I just now seen it ...
Looks like your cousin and the little tiger has been through it ...

I to am waiting on the lottery fairy ,,lol,,,,

I am sending strength to your cuz and little tiger ....
~~~~~~~Energys to you all ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

Love Hugs and Bright Light !!!!

<<<<<<<Blessed Be>>>>>>

Old Witch

January 15th, 2004, 11:01 AM

That baby is amazing! Energy still being sent!

Hoot

January 15th, 2004, 03:03 PM

(((Wtchy))) I really want to keep doing what we can for this little one and your family. I think it would be so healing for all of you for you to be able to go on that trip, and so I'm keeping you in mind. (I'm even trying hard to believe in lotto energy, really I am! Somebody's gotta win, why not you...)

Love you, sweetie.

:huddle:

Wintersteel

January 15th, 2004, 05:09 PM

Healing energy sent. Keep us posted on that little angel's condition...

:hugz:

Winter

WtchyChick13

January 15th, 2004, 05:22 PM

Thanks guys. I will definately keep you updated. :)

:hugz:

Go lotto energy go! :D

WtchyChick13

February 20th, 2004, 01:24 AM

Quick update:

The baby was supposed to come home in a couple of weeks but he's suffered a setback. There is some blockage in what's left of his bowels and as of now, don't know if they are going to have to operate on him again. They've already taken out so much.

They had to stop bottle feeding him again and are feeding him via IV. He's been cranky because he got real used to the bottle and he wants it back. :)

The last we heard here was that his medical team was meeting to find out what they should do and what the next step is. We also don't know how serious this all is--we are just getting vague information right now.

Soooooooooooo, it's all up in the air again. :rolleyes:

Never dull with this little one that's for sure. Please keep on thinking of him, his mother really needs to bring him home now. :(

Hoot

February 20th, 2004, 01:33 AM

:huddle:

I'm off to bed, and will think of him as I meditate. Love you, sweetie. :hugz:

WtchyChick13

February 20th, 2004, 02:27 AM

:huddle:

I'm off to bed, and will think of him as I meditate. Love you, sweetie. :hugz:

Thanks.

Love ya' back babe! :hugz:

Kalika

February 20th, 2004, 08:30 AM

:hugz:

I was wondering how he was doing. Always in my thoughts.

Blessings,

Kalika

Lunacie

February 20th, 2004, 08:58 AM

Energy for a tough little fighter and his family as they continue the struggle for a normal life.

Blueowl

February 20th, 2004, 09:24 AM

:huddle: Glad you got back to us Witchy! I will do a candle this evening for the family...such a tough littel guy..how old ishe now a couple months or is it 3 months?

Tea Leaf

February 20th, 2004, 12:13 PM

*Sending your new baby cousin strength, love and light*

WtchyChick13

February 21st, 2004, 01:05 AM

Ok, folks update:

The little guy has suffered a setback. He will be in the hospital a minimum of 3 more months and now has been put on a list for a colon transplant. There is a whole lot more going on with him but this is all I'll say here for now.

One of the problems also is that my cousin and her husband have taken so much time off of work to be with him that they now have to go back to work or lose both of their jobs. It's killing them that they won't be able to make the trip to see him as often, but they've got to hold on to their job situations.

My aunt is not sounding great either. She's so tired. She's been working full time and still taking care of my cousin's other son (who's 7 now and special needs and extremely hyper) full time. At a time in her life when she should've retired, she's caught in a bad situation. She's just frazzled.

My trip up there got postponed again...I was supposed to go up this weekend for the week. But between the baby news and my financial situation, I'm going to have to put it off for another couple of weeks. All I want to do is get up there to give them a break.

The older one is like my own child and I love spending as much time with him as I possibly can. It would give my aunt a chance to go out of the house by herself and take some time for herself. She just sounded so tired on the phone--I'm worried about her. :(

:huddle: Glad you got back to us Witchy! I will do a candle this evening for the family...such a tough littel guy..how old ishe now a couple months or is it 3 months?

Well he was born when my cousin had just hit the 5 month mark in her pregnancy but technically, he's two months old. (He wasn't due until December.) :)

Hoot

February 21st, 2004, 01:19 AM

Wtchy, I have been thinking about you and your family, and sending energy through the day, since you first told us there was a setback. You sound down now, too, and I can feel how much you want to help. You do, with your love for them.

Be good to yourself (and try, try not to let worry consume you). Lots of love, sweetie - whenever you need hugs and good listeners, don't ever forget that there is a bunch of us right here for you!

:huddle:

WtchyChick13

February 21st, 2004, 01:28 AM

Thanks so much sweetie. :smooch:

I realized after I posted that I was sounding a little less than myself--but actually the baby situation was only part of it. It was a bit of an emotional nite so it ended up getting poured into that post.

Just one of those nites I guess. ;)

Hoot

February 21st, 2004, 01:38 AM

My PM inbox is your PM inbox :hugz:

WtchyChick13

February 21st, 2004, 01:42 AM

:eek: What are you doing with my PM inbox???? :eek:

:lol:

:smooch:

Hoot

February 21st, 2004, 01:57 AM

It's a secret! :lol:

WtchyChick13

February 21st, 2004, 02:18 AM

:2G:

WtchyChick13

February 22nd, 2004, 02:59 AM

No new news today, but my aunt was going down to see him this weekend so I'll let you all know when I find out anything.

Hopefully, it will be better news than we've had. :hugz:

Witchzee1

February 22nd, 2004, 07:50 AM

Ok, folks update:

The little guy has suffered a setback. He will be in the hospital a minimum of 3 more months and now has been put on a list for a colon transplant. There is a whole lot more going on with him but this is all I'll say here for now.

One of the problems also is that my cousin and her husband have taken so much time off of work to be with him that they now have to go back to work or lose both of their jobs. It's killing them that they won't be able to make the trip to see him as often, but they've got to hold on to their job situations.

My aunt is not sounding great either. She's so tired. She's been working full time and still taking care of my cousin's other son (who's 7 now and special needs and extremely hyper) full time. At a time in her life when she should've retired, she's caught in a bad situation. She's just frazzled.

My trip up there got postponed again...I was supposed to go up this weekend for the week. But between the baby news and my financial situation, I'm going to have to put it off for another couple of weeks. All I want to do is get up there to give them a break.

The older one is like my own child and I love spending as much time with him as I possibly can. It would give my aunt a chance to go out of the house by herself and take some time for herself. She just sounded so tired on the phone--I'm worried about her. :(

Well he was born when my cousin had just hit the 5 month mark in her pregnancy but technically, he's two months old. (He wasn't due until December.) :)
Keeping y'all in my thoughts and prayers!

:hugz:
Z

WtchyChick13

February 23rd, 2004, 03:10 AM

Thanks sweetie. :hugz:

Everyone keep their fingers and toes crossed that I can get up the money I need by next Thursday to go and see them. (If not sooner--actually sooner would be better.) I have to work out some details, but it would be the best time to go (if I'm ever to go)....now all I need is the cash.

So please, keep this in mind...I so want to get up there and see them. I haven't seen any of them in two years! :(

Kalika

February 23rd, 2004, 08:36 AM

:huddle:

If you need anything Wtchy, let me know, ok?

Hoot

February 23rd, 2004, 10:17 AM

I keep praying for this to happen for you and your family, and for the little guy to thrive.

:huddle:

MammaStar

February 23rd, 2004, 10:27 AM

wtchy, email me...I might be able to help out with somethin' :heartthro

Autumn

February 23rd, 2004, 04:19 PM

More Energy flowing to the "comeback kid" that he can get a colon transplant and pull his comeback kid act yet again.

I did not know they did that...something to keep in the back of ones mind...

WtchyChick13

February 24th, 2004, 01:24 AM

Thank you guys so much for all the energy. :hugz:

This is where I am so far:

I'm shooting to leave for my little journey next Thurdsday and to come back here on the 12th.

I've OKed it with my father that I can come up and spend a few days with him, leave from there (cheaper and much less time to get West to see the family) and then stay with him again when I get back. :D

Now....I'm just waiting to hear from my Aunt that those dates are good with them. These are the best dates for me to go for quite a while since I've got a sort of mini-reunion coming up later in the month.

Anywhooooooooooo......now the only thing is the money.

Now here's where I sound like a cretan. I'm supposed to see my goddaughter and her sister (who just turned 3) for a bday party. I didn't see them for the holidays and I have a rule that I never buy for the holidays unless I'm seeing a person. So yes folks, now I have to buy: Christmas presents, a bday present for big sis and a bday present for my goddaughter because I didn't see her for her bday either. Theirmom emailed me to say that they are all sick...but still going on with the party. Makes no sense to me from a health perspective (my mother almost hit the roof when she found out they didn't cancel it) since there are going to be other children there. My goddaughter is on the finishing edge of bronchitis and the rest of the family have some virus.

Now...obviously I want them all to get well and yes I do want to see them since I haven't for so long. However, if they should happen to cancel the party, that's money that I could be using for my bus tickets. (Or at least one-way.) So I keep hoping that someone will talk some sense into them to cancel the party by Friday (I'm waiting til the last possible minute to go shopping just in case).

I'm going to be seeing them later in the month so I can worry about presents then...I just really need the money now to go see my family and I think I'm starting to have a breakdown. :lol:

I so have the feeling that something good is going to happen and that I will be able to get up there, but as usual, life has a way of making me sweat until the last possible minute. :2G:

I think going up next week will be so much better for them too since they just got the news that the baby won't be coming home then. I'd like to be able to get their minds elsewhere for a bit and give them that break that they need.

Ok, sorry to go on like that. But that was the daily update. No news on the baby yet, but I will let you know when I find out. :)

Love to you all! :hugz:

Hoot

February 24th, 2004, 10:07 AM

You're getting on that bus if we have to... hmmm... well, I'm still thinking! We'll find a way for it to happen.

Lots of love to (((you and your family and the baby boy)))! Autumn is calling him the "comeback kid," and he really has been. I think he has a powerful purpose to stay, and send him energy for strength to meet this setback just as well as he has all the others so far.

:huddle:

WtchyChick13

February 24th, 2004, 06:44 PM

:hugz:

Well it seems as if the bday party is still on for Sunday--so much so they asked me to stay overnite before it.

I got all excited when I saw the email subject line thinking that it was to say it was being cancelled.

So now I need to really focus my energy on selling enough jewelry to get me on that bus!

Lesigh.

Kalika

February 24th, 2004, 08:20 PM

:hugz:

Wtchy, what do you need?

What jewelry are you selling, and where...is it online?

WtchyChick13

February 25th, 2004, 02:36 AM

Yeah sweetie, check me out in marketplace. ;)

Here's the link: Jewelry by The Goblet (http://mysticwicks.com/showthread.php?t=43691)

Thanks guys!!!! :smooch: :hugz:

Semele

February 25th, 2004, 10:49 AM

Energy and prayers renenwed. What about some of your awesome jewelery as presents too? I think they would make great gifts!

WtchyChick13

February 25th, 2004, 05:05 PM

Energy and prayers renenwed. What about some of your awesome jewelery as presents too? I think they would make great gifts!

Thanks for the thoughts sweetie. :hugz:

I've said before though, I can't give out jewelry this time. :( Especially to my goddaughter and her sister (they are only 3 and 1). :D

However, thanks to Isil Darkmoon, I've got part of a bus ticket! :boing: (I posted some new things in marketplace.)

As for the baby, I've got news: He has a section of enlarged bowel, not caused by a stricture. We don't know why. Had a G.I. series yesterday. No reason for surgery, according to the Surgeon who did his original work. This was from my aunt's email today so that's the very latest.

Big hugs to all! :hugz: :smooch:

Sylver_Ravyn

February 25th, 2004, 05:16 PM

Energies and love being sent to the little feisty one and all the family. Sorry I took so long to find this thread.

Many hugs and blessings,

Sylver

WtchyChick13

February 25th, 2004, 05:28 PM

:smooch:

spirit wind

February 25th, 2004, 11:15 PM

I am sending all my love and energy i can find!!!!!

May the Goddess shine her healing light on you and your family.

Hoot

February 25th, 2004, 11:23 PM

You know I'm hoping and praying for the best for this little guy, your family, and you. :hugz:

dragonkin

February 26th, 2004, 12:53 AM

Renewing the energy sent for the little one. (((Witchy))))

Autumn

February 26th, 2004, 01:18 AM

More energy flowing to the Comeback Kid and to Witchchick to get her there!!!

WtchyChick13

February 26th, 2004, 02:06 AM

Thanks guys!!!! :hugz:

And thanks to Hoot for buying some pieces--I now have the money to get there! :boing:

I've settled the dates with my aunt and my dad and it looks like the trip is a go!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :boing: :boing: :boing:

Now we just need to keep our fingers crossed that everything goes well between now and then and that a few more pieces sell for "just in case" money. (I've had a few bus trips where I've had to turn around in mid-trip so I like to have that extra cushion for emergencies.)

Thank you guys so much for all of the love and support. :hugz: :huddle: :hugz:

Faery-Wings

February 26th, 2004, 06:45 AM

Good luck with everything sweetie- you know I am rooting for you and that sweet baby.
:smooch:

Kalika

February 26th, 2004, 01:51 PM

:hugz:

I am going to look at some of the peices, and will let you know. :D I haven't had a chance yet.

But, even if its late, hopefully it'll still help.

:huddle:

WtchyChick13

February 26th, 2004, 11:49 PM

Oh thank you. :)

And thanks to all for the love and support. :hugz:

I heard from my aunt today and there was such a sense of relief in her email that I was coming. She sounds so tired and stressed. I can't wait to see her and my little guy. (I've got to stop calling him that now that he's 7. :lol: )

May the next week go smoothly. :)

Hoot

February 27th, 2004, 12:01 AM

Hi, sweetie, I know your family must be so exhausted, and you being there to help and to bring some of your smiles to them will mean so much.

And I'm sorry I didn't see your thanks earlier - I've been running in and out today - mostly out. But I haven't bought myself any jewelry in literally years, and the colors were perfect for my wardrobe, and so this helps us both. Knowing you made them is the icing on the cake for me! :hugz:

You all deserve a wonderful time together, so go make some memories!

WtchyChick13

February 27th, 2004, 12:05 AM

:smooch:

WtchyChick13

March 31st, 2004, 11:55 PM

Hey guys,

As you know from my other thread that I started today--it has not been a happy day around here. We got news tonite that the baby isn't doing well.

He was scheduled to come home next week and preparations had started on his new room--but over the past 24 hours, he developed complications.

There is a lot of bleeding occurring and they are not sure where it is coming from. He's lost weight because of it and my aunt is afraid that there could be more liver damage. If there is, there is a very slim chance of him pulling through.

Right now we are keeping our fingers crossed that they can figure out what the hell is going on so that they can help him...right now, he's finally sleeping and they are going to let him rest tonite.

This is really an unexpected setback. He's been doing so well and now...well, we just don't know.

So basically today has been an emotional nightmare for my family and for my friend's family as well. I'm drained of much of my energy so if you guys have any to spare, please send this little one a bit?

Thanks all. :hugz:

spirit wind

April 1st, 2004, 12:32 AM

I've always got energy to spare for the little one and you and your family. It's on it's way. :)

Faery-Wings

April 1st, 2004, 06:51 AM

Oh hon, I am so sorry to hear this. I am praying that he gets a new push of strength and comes through ok.

(((HUGS)))

Faeawyn

April 1st, 2004, 07:22 AM

Prayers said and energy sent for the little one. Poor little thing :(....

Kalika

April 1st, 2004, 08:40 AM

:hugz:

Wtchy, I hope that he is able to pull through. Energy coming your way hon.

:huddle:

Chesna

April 1st, 2004, 08:48 AM

Ohh my..being a parent I can't even begin to imagine what your cousin and your family is going through.. my thoughts, prayers, blessings and energies on the way

:hugz:

Chesna

Kaylara

April 1st, 2004, 10:06 AM

Energy, and love sent. I really hope things get better with him. (((((((hugs)))))))))

Semele

April 1st, 2004, 11:56 AM

Prayers and energy continue to flow his way!

Altheia

April 1st, 2004, 12:32 PM

Being a new mommy I know what it feels like to be scared like that...consider all the energy I can gather sent to that little baby...we love him :)

LilacAngel

April 1st, 2004, 12:42 PM

Ask and ye shall recieve! Energy sent his way. Give him a hug from us!

WtchyChick13

April 1st, 2004, 09:05 PM

The baby is still not doing well. They had to put in a chest tube and unfortunately had to do it twice. The first time they put one in that was too big and that area started bleeding as well. He's sedated now, and they still don't know where the initial bleeding is coming from.

He's been through so much since he's been born that when the new doctor asked to see his medical records, it took three people to carry them. :(

My cousin and her husband are not handling this well at all. Part of it is because it's so out of the blue and they were so anxious to take him home next week. But they've all been through so much that they just have no more strength of their own.

Now it's a waiting game to see if they can stop the bleeding. I don't know how much more he or any of them can take.