Shannan is staying in room #3108. Remember Visiting hours are between 12-6:30. If you have any indication of getting a cold, please, refrain from going. We understand that it may be hard, but in the interest of this family getting well, we ask for your consideration in this matter.
Here's what we know this morning about her health:
*She is very anemic and it is still up in the air if she will need further blood treatments
*They are testing her hourly to make sure the kidney's are still good
*Her eyes are having trouble focusing
*She is having horrible headaches and lots of shaking
*She is in good spirits, but weak.
*She believes that she will be able to jump back into life when she gets home. Dr.'s continue to remind her that she will not be able to do anything once she returns home and needs ALOT of help.
*She is pumping milk, but having to dump. She is on a few medications that could affect baby.
Here are current needs:
*Kimberly has been at the house almost around the clock. She is returning to work Wed, Thur, and Friday. We need people there all day to help with Darby and Baby.
The shifts are as follows:
Wednesday, Thursday & Friday
8a - 1p
1p - 6p
6p - 9p
If you can help with any of these, please comment and let me know. Commenting is easy and the best way to fill in the gaps. You can e-mail, but commenting is best.
Some have been asking about insurance. Tim and Shannan do have insurance, but with a mild deductible and 20/80 plan. You can imagine the 20% will be quite a chunk to cover. For those who have asked to give financially, we are in process of figuring out the best avenue to do that. Check back and we will let you know.
Prayer Requests:
*Shannan's health returning quickly and 100%
*Breastmilk to come in. Amazingly enough, it keeps coming in just at the right time. There is no reserve (formula is there) but without fail, when it runs out, more comes.
*Tim returns to work on Monday. Pray for a sound mind and then ability to focus.
*For Shannan's parents in Coos Bay to somehow be involved. That if traveling here is involved, that they would have a safe trip.
Thanks everyone!!
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I have just been to see Shannan and her health continues to improve. They are going to take out most of the remaining tubes today, and they are somewhat optimistic that she may be able to return home as soon as tomorrow. They want to make sure that she can get up and move around and that everything is continuing to improve well enough to release her. When she gets home, she will still be very weak and needs to do very little, so continued assistance will be needed even after her return home.
All of your prayers and support have been overwhelming and greatly appreciated. This is one giant miracle, and we saw God's hand at work even before we were able to notify anyone. Thank you for participating as the Body of Christ.
It may interest some of you to know that Ian means, "God is Gracious". We chose the name long before we knew any of this would happen.
Tim
Tim and Shannan -
Wayne and I are continuing to pray for you and the family. God has truly shown Himself in a miraculous way. I can tell you that on Wednesday night you had some of the best ER nurses on staff and a few of my closest friends. The ER doctor you had is the assistant medical director and a wife and mom. I believe God gave her the widsom to react quickly and the knowledge to diagnose Shannan's rare condition so immediately.
I have refrained from signing up for baby care due to this terrible cold I've had. You must know this is killing me not to be able to help out with the kids. I know the recovery process will be long so I'm sure there will be plenty of opportunity to help out.
Much love,
Betty (and Wayne)
We've been praying for you all 'round the clock. We too have been struggling with colds, so we haven't been by, but will be as soon as we are able. Thank you for your testimony of Ian's name. That is so encouraging. We are praising the Lord for his graciousness in so many instances. Love you, Mel and Ter
I can take a shift helping care for Darby and Ian this Wednesday, the 8th, from 6-9 PM. (Hope the right person sees this!)
Laura Long
I LOVE his name. And the meaning of it gives me goosebumps.
I can't wait to meet him. And to give Shannan some squeezes.
Love, T (and Family)
Kate,
Just wanted to let you know that
Hannah is available pretty much anytime this week to help in whatever capacity. I'm sure she would not prefer the 6 - 9 shift but is willing to cover whatever shifts that you need. Just let us know....you have our numbers...
Lillian
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