Hello stamping friends. I have alot to share-and really want to say that I truly get energized by all the wisdom you share, or thoughts, and hugs or prayers you send.
THANK YOU AGAIN.
OK so where do I start-
Well the o2 levels keep dropping at night. There was just an epiphany amongst the doctors after my pleading with them to figure out WHY can she look amazing ALL day AND night but only at night her O2 levels fall so low-and she looks still HEALTHY?? Im was like there HAS to be a REASON. These things dont happen for NO reason!
DING! The lightbulb lights up-and they order labs (waiting for those results) one of the meds she is on can affect this type of thing!
HELLO! Why was this not a thought SOONER???
So we will see what happens with that. That result can seriously inmpact future thought on her O2 levels
Alot of people asked “what the NORMAL O2 saturation is ”
well
90-100% is “normal” generally above 96% is better.
Alexa has been 71-75% at night. You will notice MOST people from about 92% -88% start to get blue in the fingers and around the mouth, 71% um yeah usually WAY BLUE-I would FREAK OUT if this happened-like so much so I dont care what state you live you would hear my screec of PANIC.
Alexa is as pink as a piggy-perfect. Now that my friends is WEIRD. She is one big walkin puzzle piece.
They also agree that due to her heart surgery her O2 levels may normally fall during the night and her body has learned to compensate for that.
So we will see.
Now for the totally AWESOME news-next best thing to going home-
They are giving us 2 DAY passes to go home!
What does that mean you ask? It means that Alexa can go HOME for a few hours during the DAY-tomorrow-where I will then stay at homeย to prep for her party on Sunday, while her “Pretend dad” (LOL! aka-her biological father-sorry if you knew him or the story you’d get my horrific sarcasm he is quite the jerk) will take her back to the hospital for the night, and she can come home again Suday, for the day in time for her party, then go back Again after. UNLESS by soome miracle she does well enough to be discharged, but Im not even getting too hopeful with that right now. Ill take the little piece I can get right now, and that is giving Alexa her much anticiapted and well deserved day!
Now what is the day pass thing about you ask?ย
Since she is perfectly fine during the day, and I am super mom (LOL!) they trust me with her. No pessure right? I can take her home for a few hours. This is not a light thing and not regularly practiced. But when dealing with kids like Alexa when special occassions arise they do their best to let them have as normal a life as possible while getting treatment.
So yeah!
Now for the brownie comment.
I unfortunately am a stress eatter. Being one is a vicious cycle-cause you eat the HUGE MOIST CHOCOLATELY yummy brownie and you feel “happier” till 8 browne hits you in the rear-litterally and nothing fits, then you are depressed again-causing you to eat yet another fine fattening dessert. Now your clothes are snug and definitely NOT happy. All the hard work you did to lose the last bad gain of pounds is out the window!
So by now you will see I found the most amazing brownies here at the store, and instead of snuggles from Jason I am eatting those. WHY OH WHY! I really wish I were a stres anorexic cause then I would look HOT!!! Pre-baby sexy! LOL!
Thank God Jason loves me like I am right? I am very lucky ๐
OK its getting late. I have suffered serious migraines today-most likely stress related-go figure. I was trying to lay down and get some rest, and Alexa wanted to go to the playroom. I was quickly informed “C’mon Mom, let go! You are SO lazy!!!”
KIDS!
I cannot wait to post-the photos and Smilebox of Alexa’s party. Thanks again for the prayers!
33 Responses for "Too many brownies-Alexa update"
Lauren that is fabulous!!!! Praise God!! OMG!! I am so happy that Alexa gets to go home for even a few hours, and for her party. Those brownies sure sound good too and I’m sure you’re not fat from eating too many of them. Geez. Will keep praying for you and Alexa and for this weekend.
YAY Lauren! Have an awesome time prepping for that party!! What an answer to prayer!! We can’t wait to see the pics either!! HUGS!!
So glad the Princess will be able to make her party!! Continued prayers for a speedy recovery. Kayla was so cute today. While on the “potty” she asked if there was any new news on Alexa? It was so cute, she prays before bed for Alexa and we do it together before breakfast. Last year at Kaylas spa party we played “put the lipstick on Daddy” I think you need to make Jason do this. Just blindfold the kids and have at him. hehe ๐ Hopefully Alexa gets tons of happy mail.
Lauren – I am so happy for you and Alexa that she is getting day passes and can still have her princess party on Sunday! Big HUGS to you SUPER-MOM that you are! Hope that migraine goes away soon! And, I’m like you – I’m a stress eater and go for the chocolate (lately peanut butter cups!)…. Give Alexa a big hug for me!
I’m so so glad that Alexa will make it to her party. I’ve been thinking about her all day.
yipee for Alexa….we keep asking for her speedy recovery! Happy Birthday to her! and a big HUG for the Super Mom you are!
I’m so happy Alexa will be able to make it to her party, and you will be able to spend some time at home. Savor every minute of the brownies!!!!! Can’t wait to see the pictures.
Yeah!!!! A princess party for Alexa! Im so happy that you are being given the day passes! And I pray that the med’s are causing her levels to drop and it can be fixed easily!
Brownies are evil, evil, but delicous things. They were one of my favorite things in my last pregnancy………evil. ๐
that is so cool. at least it is better than nothing and she can still have her party. way to go. I feel for you about the migraines as i have them also, but mine is 24/7, and my dr. is still trying to get rid of mine which he isn’t to successful yet. I take alot of meds for mine plus some BIG meds for HUGE migraines when they come.
Congrats again on the short homecoming for Alexa. I know both of you will be soooo happy. ๐
YAY!!! Alexa gets to be home for her birthday!!!!
I’m beyond words happy ๐ Hope she has the most excellent time ever, and I look forward to seeing the Princess!!!
Hope that headache goes away before your trek home tomorrow!!! Hugs all around…HAPPY BIRTHDAY ALEXA!!!!
What great news! Here’s praying that the doctors get her o2 under control and she can stay at home!! Have a great party.
Happy Birthday, Alexa. ๐
Becky
Good news! thanks for keeping all the aunties informed
Take care and keep well, Lauren. Hugs to you all!
Happy early Birthday, Alexa!
I’m so happy for you guys. Hope Alexa has a fantastic birthday and she continues to improve. Try to get a nap in tomorrow amongst all your supermom MArtha Stewart party planning.
Woohoo! So happy for you and Alexa! Your party will be amazing! Prayers for Alexa to keep healing!
YEA!!!! I am sooo happy that Alexa gets to go home for her birthday and still have her party!!!! Make sure you take lots of pictures to share with us!!! Prayers for Alexa to continue to get better!!!
Woo Hoo! Some happy news! Know you guys are in my prayers! {{{BIG HUGS}}} And “stress anorexic eater”
for some strange reason it only got half my reply…here’s the rest…
And “stress anorexic eater”…that is TOO funny! I’m sure even with a few extra pounds you are still a hottie! Jason is lucky to have a woman as smart, strong, caring and talented as you are…no matter what size! Can’t wait to see pics of the party! HAPPY BIRTHDAY ALEXA!!
Yeah!!! so glad she can go home especially for her party – can’t wait to see the pics! Our fingers are crossed for a great day! Best Wishes!
Wonderful news Lauren!!! I bet Alexa is VERY excited about her party!!! Maybe having that to look forward to is helping her to get better faster?! I hope she has a wonderful day! Sure hope she continues on the road to good health so she can come home and stay home!
Thank God Alexa is coming home to enjoy her long awaited “princess party”. Remember to savor each moment of her special day. Hugs and prayers to you and your beautiful daughters. –Karen Naber
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