Hi Friends,
Karis’ fundoplication and g-tube placment went well. She did just fine with the anesthesia, which was a concern. They were able to take out her breathing tube without a problem- praise the Lord! The surgeon decided to do the fundoplication as an “open” procedure because he said he was “contemplating it over the weekend” and thought it would make the surgery go a bit faster, which was preferable for Karis.
The surgeon also decided not to put the “button” on her g-tube for now because it would have made the surgery a little more complicated and he didn’t feel comfortable with doing it. We can have the big tube changed to a button at a later time.
Karis started to wake up and seemed to be quite uncomfortable, so the attending physician ordered her TYLENOL! (She has had surgery- not a headache!!) Our highly intelligent RN also pointed out that anything Karis gets orally is going to be sucked out through the NG tube. Luckily, another physican ordered real drugs and she’s feeling a little bit better, but still moans pitifully 😦
I can’t thank you enough for your words of support and your prayers. I will keep you updated.
Much love,
Katie
Katie and Little Karis,
I have been praying for you guys. Especailly the last couple of days for Karis’s surgery. This video touched my heart beyond words. All I can think of is my precious babies and the pain you must be going through. You are such a strong woman, mother and wife and Karis, you are the strongest of all little one. Me and my family pray for you every day. Both of you stay strong and keep the faith. God will pull you through. I’m praying that Karis recovers quickly and that you all get the rest you need.
In Christ,
Courtney Schell
Praise God! Been praying for you all!
Thank you Lord! You are our Refuge! Thank you for holding Karis and the medical staff in Your loving arms during this challenging day. Thank you Father for giving Karis such a wonderful mom and dad.
Katie, I am praying for Karis as often as she comes to mind (which is often). Asking Jesus to be near to you as you comfort her and care for her every day. From one mama to another…I am begging God for a miracle.
Love,
Amy Summerville
Praise God from whom all blessings flow! And thank you, Katie, for keep us so well-informed. I don’t know how you have the time and stamina to do it. It has to be the grace of God. Karis looks so precious lying there, and it hurts not to be able to scoop her up and comfort her. But I know that she is always in the arms of Christ. “In the arms of my dear Savior, O there are ten thousand charms.”