As you know, Lucy's 2nd Gap Study was yesterday. Both Jason and I were able to attend, and her surgeon was there as well. After a LONG walk through the hospital to the Children's radiology area, we finally arrived and put on our X-Ray proof clothing. This time, the procedure was done without contrast, so no dye was involved. The techs and surgeon looked at her suctioning tube location and followed it while they moved it and tried to see how far down it would actually go.
Lucy's gap is basically the same as it was 4 weeks ago - just under 2 cm. So, the doctors do not think that they will gain anything by waiting for her to grow any bigger. They have penciled us in on their schedules for Tuesday, September 4th. While we are super excited for her to be moving forward towards coming home, it is a disappointment that Jason will be out of the country (in Thailand) when she has her surgery. While the date has not been officially confirmed, we have been told to plan for September 4th unless we hear differently.
Please keep little Lucy in your prayers over the next week and a half as her body continues to grow and get stronger and be ready for surgery.
Since her feeding tube was off, we took the opportunity to take some pictures before the procedure...enjoy!
She sure has grown a lot! Praying for a successful surgery, and for the recovery that follows.
ReplyDeleteWhat a sweet picture - so excited to see her in less than a week. From my Bible reading - Jeremiah 31:3 "I have loved you with an everlasting love."
ReplyDeleteAbby she looks like she is growing bigger and stronger every day! That is great and you guys are in my thoughts and prayers as I am sure this has been difficult for you.
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