Ryan had a very good day. Mommy had a very good day.
Ryan was extubated around noon today and as of 9 p.m. (when I left) he was doing great breathing on his own. There is still a chance that he could tucker out in the next day or two, but so far, he is doing the best he has ever done on his own. We praise God for his progress.
Additionally, I got some good alone time with Ryan since Marmi (my mother in law) took the girls to her house for the night. She specifically did this so I could spend the day with him watching how he was progressing on his own. She knew I needed this emotionally and was gracious enough to meet that need. I can’t thank her enough.
The day got even better when Ryan decided to stay awake for an hour and let me play with him during that time. I was also able to see him awake several more times during the day and participate in bathing him with the night nurse. This is the first bath I’ve given him – really more like a wipe down since it was really a sponge bath. But, still a nice thing for me to be able to do.
Here are a few pictures of Ryan hanging out.
Enjoying his pacifier
Hanging out in his ‘nest’. I love how he crosses his legs.
Looking at mommy…
Yes, I took this picture of us and while it’s silly, I l.o.v.e. it! Ryan actually looks like he is posing.
(c) 2016 Leighann Marquiss
Comments (19)
What sweet pictures of your little man! He looks so healthy and his eyes look so alert, you would never know what a fight he’s had on his hands. I am continually calling on the name of Jesus to bring healing to Ryan,to give wisdom to your doctors and to sustain you through the days and weeks ahead until you can bring Ryan home!
It must feel SO good to Ryan to have that thing out of his throat! Praise God! He looks like he’s happy about it. (And his mommy looks happy too!).
What great news. Can’t wait to hear more.
Lynnette 🙂
We are so happy Ryan was able to be extubated. We pray he continues to transition well to breathing on his own! We’re so happy you got to spend some one-on-one time with him, Leighann. Love the new pics!
-Brent and Julie
It must have felt so good to see Ryan without the vent. Praise God!! He looks adorable with his pacifier and I love the pic of the two of you. I’m so glad that yesterday was a good one.
Love, melissa and marshall
The pic of you and him is absolutely adorable! I was thinking about you guys last night as I watched ER. If you didn’t get to watch it, you must. It just gave so much encouragement for all the heart babies/children. I’m sure Ryan will get to that point 🙂
So glad to hear he’s doing good with the extubation as well.
Your little boy is so cute, it’s wonderful to hear that he is doing well!
Leighann, I love the new pics of you and the babe! It’s great to hear that he got the tube pulled…and we can get a better look at him…what a handsome little guy! I keep praying for you all! My mom and I keep the church up to date, and they are all praying for you too. I’m so glad you got to enjoy some alone time with Ryan…and the smile on your face is priceless! Love you all!!!
Richelle
P.S….Thank God for Marmi! (And grandmas everywhere!)
Richelle
Yay! Way to go Ryan! I am so glad you got some special time with him. This is soooo important.
-Faith M.
I have never met you, but your story reached me by an email prayer request… I have followed your blog for several weeks now, and feel like I am beginning to get to know you and your precious family. Our church (in Virginia) is also praying for your family and your little man. I am so happy for you all that he is able to breathe on his own now!!! Praise the Lord. We will continue to pray for you. Hang in there!!!
I think this is the best news I have heard all week! I am rejoicing with you and praying with you and believing for you guys!! I love the pictures, especially the one of the two of you… precious! You will remember it always!
What a blessign that Marmi could fill your need and you were able to have that time alone with Ryan. He looks so amazingly healthy. You would never know what he has been through. That is truly that hand of our God on his life!
Continued prayers for you all,
love~
Sarah
We are so glad to hear that he is doing so well!! We will pray that he can keep breathing on his own, that is so great!!!
I love the picture of the two of you! He looks like he is getting big and healthy!
Keep fighting big guy!
LOVE the pictures (but we all know how i feel about picture, huh? :-)) AWESOME news!! we are praying and REJOICING with you!!
What great news! I love the pics!
The pictures just warm my heart!!! I am SO glad he is holding his own and I will continue to pray for his continued chugging!
Enjoy your time with him 🙂
I loved the pics of Ryan and the precious pic of you and Ryan. Praise the Lord for a wonderful Marmi who sensed your needs and acted on it. She gets the “greatest Marmi” award! We love you and pray for handsome little ryan everyday.
OH I love the picture of Mommy and Ryan! I check in weekly and our family prays for your family. Ryan looks like a big healthy little man!! Impressive!
Too cute… love how he crosses his legs too. Almost like he is saying “well I am going to be here for awhile today, so I am going to chill and get comfortable”. LOL
He is getting bigger. And alert.
Praise GOD for his progress. So happy to hear these steps.
God Bless.
I think the photo of you and your little guy is just precious! He really looks like he’s doing great. I’m so glad… I check in regularly to check progress and will continue to lift you all up in prayer! 🙂