Everett is in surgery right now. The echo from this morning showed that the aortic arch was wider than expected (a good thing) so they will only need to fix the coarctation. They are hoping the hole in his heart will heal itself, but it will need to be monitored closely by a pediatric cardiologist. This means they will perform the surgery through his back instead of his chest. It should take 3 or 4 hours.
Please, please, please pray for him. His surgeons and doctors are very skilled, and we know he is in the hands of a loving Heavenly Father, but of course we are still feeling a little anxious. I will update when we get information.
I have been saying prayers for little Everett all day! Also, Kate had the same holes in her heart and they naturally closed up before she was even a year old so hopefully it will be the same for him.
ReplyDeleteI have been thinking and praying for Everett all day. Love you friend!
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ReplyDeleteI just checked in on you. Whoa! You guys have been through so much! Know that we are praying for you and especially sweet baby Ev. He could not be any sweeter. I wish I could hug you in person, but realize we may have to put that off a few weeks. Know that we love you and our thoughts and prayers are with you.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations and Much Love!
So sorry to hear you are going through this and you will be in our prayers! Congrats on your new beautiful baby boy and know that you have much love and support coming your way!
ReplyDeleteMore prayers for his recovery. Love to you all-
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We love and miss you guys. We have been praying for you guys and little Everrett. He couldn't have gone to a more wonderful and loving family. Each of your children are truly a blessing and a miracle in their own special way. Eisley said she wanted to hug you (Heather) and give the baby lots of kisses. She asks to play with Talmage once a week and says she misses him. Your in our thoughts and prayers. I wish we were there to be with you during this trying time, know that our hearts are with you.
ReplyDeleteWe're praying for you guys too, Sister McKee. Love you bunches
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