Okay, well, I was hoping that Stephen or Sinthya would update after yesterday but since they haven't, I'll just blog a bit to you.
Sophie's transfer went through. So she's now in the NICU at Primary's. What a difference! There was usually about 6 - 10 babies in the NICU at Davis Hospital and at Primary's there are at least 40! Man those nurses have a cool job in taking care of the babies. Sophie is probably the biggest one there, again! Most of the babies are preemies so they are REALLY SMALL!
Sophie has already been through some tests. She's had an upper GI which shows that she has reflux (we already knew that - but it's been confirmed again). She's had a sucking/swallowing study done - they did learn some things. When she refluxes, it's getting into her lungs (not good). It also looks like there is a twist or kink in her stomach area. So, the doctors suggest surgery to repair the twist and to install a feeding tube. This will bring Stephen and Sinthya closer to actually bringing Sophie home and then lots of out patient therapy.
Sinthya and Stephen had a GREAT meeting yesterday with the doctors, nurses, and social worker (PLUS and interpreter - THANKS ****!!) Just in case the interpreter doesn't want their name known! :0) Sinthya was impressed with Stephen and all the questions he had for them! Good job to both of you for having the meeting and getting answers!
I asked Sinthya and Stephen last night via the VP (Video Phone) how they felt about things. They both are VERY positive and very energetic in their answer of "GOOD!" Things are looking up and I think Sinthya is still under the "awe" of "WOW! This is a HUGE HOSPITAL!" I keep smiling because I know that feeling! You get it when you have to take your child there and then you have a great feeling the whole time you are there and you can still reflect on that experience after things are taken care of.
Sinthya and Stephen are doing well! A lot of prayers have been heard this week on their behalf. Sophie even got a visit from Brother and Sister Kelly from Idaho (Sinthya's sponsors) which seemed to excite Sinthya even more! She was able to spend a little time with them as well. Brother and Sister Kelly are wonderful people!
Just a little update is all...but it's something to be a "Bragging Aunt" for! Sophie is doing a lot better and things are slow progressing, but at least Stephen and Sinthya are getting ANSWERS!
Thank you again for your support and love! I'll see if I can get Stephen to upload some pictures and for Sinthya to write something soon on the blog!
***BELOW IS AN UPDATE FROM GRANDMA WELCH
Stephen and Sinthya asked me to update the blog for them. They have left for the hospital, and to work, so Stephen can make up the hours his has missed this week. Jenefer has done a great job of telling about the experiences so far at Primary's.
I want to thank each of you for you faith and prayers. Sinthya and I were talking this morning about how wonderful everyone has been to help us. It is great to know we have a Heavenly Father who trusts us so much to be able to care for one of his special spirits. It is great to have the gospel in our lives to know that Sophie is a daughter of a Heavenly Father who loves her as do her parents, and others around her. Everyone at Davis fell in love with her, and they have fallen in love with her at Primary Children's. Her nurses love giving the best of care to her. As do they to all the babies in their care. The experience yesterday was wonderful for both mom and dad to understand what they have found out about Sophie, and her needs. Her MRI is normal. Her hands, feet and hips will be normal with the therapy she has. She will get the feeding tube and the surgery to repair the stomach, as well as the repair so that the food does not go into the lungs. These surgeries will take place soon. We will let you know when they will take place.
Thank you again for all the fasting, prayers, and faith in all our behalf. We appreciate each and everyone of you. With much love, Grandma Welch
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Whooooooo! that is so exciting to know that everything will be just fine and Sophie will be coming home real soon. I have learned to love Primary Children's Hospital - they took a real very good care of my niece who has downs. She was diagnosed with leukemia when she was 1 year old and has spent a lot of time at PCMC for the next five years. And now she is very much alive and kicking.
ReplyDeleteI know Sophie will be just great for a very long time! I am so excited. Thank you so much for keeping us posted on Sophie's progress.
We love you -- Auntie K and Unca R
Hola hija mia, Stephen, sophie, y familia, los amamos mucho, estamos contentos de saber por medio de esta pagina a cerca de nuestra pequeña dulzura Sopjie, saber todo lo que esta pasando con ella, tambien estamos agradeciodos por todas las oraciones que personas maravillosas elevan da a Dios cada dia por Sophie, estoy segura que todo esto ha ayudado para que ella avance y nada malo haya sucedido con su salud, Se que Dios es poderoso, y tengo testimonios muy fuertes a cerca de las bendicioones del Sacerdocio. cuanto amor siento por el Sacerdocio enla familia, gracias por las bendiciones que este pequeño angel ha recibido, por los ayunos y visitas al teplplo para poner su preciado nombre, se que saldremos avante con esto, y luego agradecermos al Padre Celeestial por su amor por esta bebe y todos los que creemos en su amor. gracias por escribir siemre les amo mucho. y me despido con amor infinito patty
ReplyDeleteI can't believe I haven't offered to terp for you Stephen! ANYTIME!!! Seriously, day or night. Cody is out of school as of Wednesday so he'll be here to watch the kids and I can just come up. Please call whenever you need! (And I can terp for Sinthia too, even though she doesn't need it! :)
ReplyDeleteWe are so glad that Sophie is doing so well. It is just a time in her life that needs extra prayers and love. We are so greatful that Jen shares her family with us. With faith and prayers, all will turn for the good. We love you.
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