Bruce and I took turns practicing performing the catheterization process. We found it isn't as intimidating as we once thought. It takes some time, about 15 minutes, since it's important for the bladder to be completely emptied. This has been good practice as they think he will be going home tomorrow! We added a few new photos today, so be sure to check them out. Good night.
Wednesday, January 3, 2007
Hearing Test and Learning to Cath
Today was a good day. Toby slept a lot, and had some difficulty waking up to eat, but as the day went on he improved and ate well. He failed his hearing test today, but the audiologist said that this is not uncommon in babies with mylomeningocele (spina bifida). We will just have to re-schedule another appointment in 6 weeks to have it re-tested.
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By Andrea Nelson — Jan 3, 2007 7:39am
ReplyDeleteBruce and Carrie,
Toby is beautiful!! God is so good! Its been great to read all of your updates. He really is a little miracle! We are praying for you and thinking of you often. Please let us know if there's anything we can do for you!!
Love,
Brad, Andrea, Jacob & Nicholas
By Erin Taylor — Jan 3, 2007 7:53am
ReplyDeletePraying and praising God with you! What an example you have been of a Godly perspective. Toby is absolutely precious!
(From a friend at John and Lon Nell's church)
By Dianne Neff — Jan 3, 2007 7:57am
ReplyDeleteBruce and Carrie,
What a beautiful little boy! He sure does look like a "Holt Boy"! Thank you so much for being such an encouragement to all of us who are praying for you and your family. What a Godly example you have been throughout your pregnancy and now, of waiting on the Lord to do His work in this little boys life. Thank you also, so much for being such a blessing to all of us who count it a privilege to be a part of your life as well. We will continue to pray for all of you!
With much love,
Dianne
By Charlene Horne — Jan 3, 2007 9:34am
ReplyDeleteYour positive attitude and graciousness are truly a testimony of God's love living in you and through you. Many prayers from CBBC have been lifted up for Toby.
By Sharon Kaiser — Jan 3, 2007 11:29am
ReplyDeleteCarrie & Bruce,
It is so encouraging to read your updates and see pictures of this little miracle baby! I love being able to show my kids who they have been praying for and show them this tiny little praise of God's goodness to us. He is absolutely beautiful!
Thanks for keeping us updated!
We will continue to pray for your quick recovery, Carrie and for added strength to deal with all the extra work this little one brings.
Love,
Sharon & Sean Kaiser
By Nancy Baker — Jan 3, 2007 12:45pm
ReplyDeleteCarrie, I have enjoyed reconnecting to you through this wonderful website. I have been praying for your strength and Toby's recovery. I look forward to meeting all of your children real soon. They are absolutely adorable! God Bless You and your whole family!
By Valerie Burton — Jan 3, 2007 1:42pm
ReplyDeleteAh, Toby, I am excited to see what the Lord has in store for you and your family. You will be in my family's thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Valerie
By Shelley Taylor — Jan 3, 2007 6:02pm
ReplyDeleteDear Carrie and Bruce,
Welcome to Holland! Isn't it a beautiful place? We are so happy to have Toby here, he is truly a gift from God. It is so wonderful to be able to visit the web site, see pictures and read the updates. Our love and prayers are with all of you. We will continue to pray for God's strength and wisdom. Please don't hesitate to contact me if you need anything! Even if you just need someone to talk to, I am a good listener. Hugs to all of you.
Shelley Taylor
Matt, Rob, Ben, Danny and Caity
By Karen Lane — Jan 3, 2007 8:08pm
ReplyDeleteHi Bruce & Carrie,
I'm so glad Gracie and I were able to say hello yesterday. I was so busy asking about Toby and the boys that I forgot to ask how the two of you are doing? You looked amazingly well and we will continue to pray for your strength, as well, so you can love on all your precious boys! Give that Conor a squeeze for me when you see him and tell him I promise not to "eat him up" - I'll just give him a hug!
All our best in Him,
Bruce and Karen Lane