Monday Update

Bella is doing well. Everything is on track. We hope to hold her tonight if all goes well. Robyn has changed her diaper a couple of times and Bella “loves” that. They are still trying to tackle the blood pressure with Robyn, but making progress.

Mama and Bella

Guess who was well enough to go see Bella!





Robyn was allowed to get up today to take a shower and remove bandages from the incision. Removing the bandage has made her much more comfortable, and the shower made her feel even better. Grandpa got to take Robyn over to see Lady Isabella this afternoon. Robyn is much more mobile and steady on her feet since yesterday. She was able to change the first diaper and take Bella's temperature under the arm. The two nurses indicated that this temperature thing seems to be the most aggravating to Isabella, as it is for most all babies. The nurses told us that they have increased her feedings from 6 to 10cc and clarified that this is every 3 hours. They were also very chatty and talked to Robyn at length about all they were doing and telling her what to expect in Bella's development.

Eating, Eating, Eating

Bella continues to improve with her eating. They have put her under a photo lamp to help prevent jaundice which has not presented itself (the treatment is preventative). Her lungs are developing and she is off "no stimulation" and is enjoying her pacifier.

Robyn is progressing nicely, eating three meals today with relish. Her dad came in late today and was pleased with her reduced swelling and alertness.

We continue to thank you for the continued prayers and look forward to seeing you all when recovery is complete.

Saturday Update

Last night was a little bit of a rough night for Robyn, but things started looking up this morning. She is off her iv meds and was able to eat breakfast so things are looking better. She continues to have trouble keeping her blood pressure down so they still request no visitors. The doctors say that she will remain in the hospital for at least several more days.

Bella is doing good. She has had two small tube feedings today, and it appears her digestive system is doing ok too. What a blessing! The doctors continue to be amazed at how well she is doing and estimate she will be in the hospital for at least 2 months.

Thanks for your continued prayers.

Introducing Lady Isabella

Grant took Barton and Ann over to visit Lady Isabella this afternoon and took this picture of Barton's hand in the crib to give an idea of her size.

Robyn is doing very well but when guests came in today it elevated her BP each time so we are going to ask for another 24 hours of no visitors.

Thank you all for your faithful prayers.

Grandpa Garvin

Bella & Robyn Update

Bella is doing well. She has a long road to go, but she is currently on track. Grant met with the doctor and she indicated that all is well. Robyn is trying to keep her blood pressure down but everything looks ok. She just needs rest and time.

Isabella Grace

Little Isabella (Bella) Grace is here. She was born at 6:12 this morning and weighs 2lbs 13oz. and is 15 inches long. Mom and baby are doing fine. Isabella has already been taken to Cooks in the NICU and Robyn is still at Harris Downtown. Both still need to be kept in our prayers as they try to stabalize. Robyn has some fluid on her lungs and is struggling to breath a little. Her blood pressure has gone back up with all of the trauma this morning but is ok. Isabella is breathing with the help of a CPAP which just keeps her lungs open so air can come in and out easier. She fusses when she is messed with by the nurses which is a great sign that she is alert and responsive.

They continue to ask for your prayers and to hold off on visitors.