Thursday, March 24, 2011
Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome
Our little cowboy has a big fight ahead of him. Last night Hatcher's surgeon had to go in and try to fix his lungs, they are very sick. Not able to remove all of the fluid Hatcher had to be put on the ecmo machine, which is functioning as his heart and lungs. His chest is still open, Randy took a picture with his phone, but it's just too much for mama to take. He has had some alert moments, which they do not want him to have, but he reached for me and mouthed the words mama and ouch. Tears oh tears, but it gave me hope that my little Hatcher is still in there somewhere. Our sweet boy needs a miracle .... thank you to all who have kept us in your prayers ... we can feel all of your support.
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Still more prayers coming your way.
ReplyDeletecontinuing to pray!
ReplyDeleteHey guys - I've spent most of the evening reading your blog for the first time. I laughed at the cute comments made by the kids and cried too because of how sweet they both are. I've been praying all day and wishing the best for your little "cowboy." I hope "his Jaxyn" is doing okay too. Here's sending you all hugs and prayers from Ryon, Michelle and Caden Butterfield
ReplyDeleteWe have your family in our thoughts and prayers constantly.
ReplyDeleteBritney, you dont know me but I feel like I sure know you! I just spent the last 2 hours reading your entire blog. Before I sound too creepy I better introduce myself. Im the wife of Scotland Hammond who is cousins with Kevin Wheatly.(Kevins mom is sisters with my mother-n-law) We visit Kevin and Amanda often in Logan, Ut. Anyway your blog was sent to me and from the moment I started reading tears filled my eyes for your "little cowboy". I just finished reading your blog and havent had a chance to say my nightly prayers but as soon as I do his name will be mentioned. What an amazing family you have and a strong mom you are! I'm definatly more blessed by reading about your little fighter. Keep strong and know that he has people cheering him on over in Vancouver, WA! Hatcher and your family will be in our daily prayers.....Please keep us updated!
ReplyDeleteI happened to see the news through facebook on Tuesday and have thought about your little one constantly, and you. Our family is praying for your family to have miracles happen.
ReplyDeleteWe love you!
You sweet gal. Your family has strength beyond measure. We are praying for the time when that precious little man can pull on his boots and run around in his cowboy hat...or pirate hat...whatever he prefers that day! All our love - The Carpenter Family
ReplyDeleteLinds called and told us what is going on. We are fasting and praying for your sweet boy! I am so sorry for the heartache you guys are going through right now. You have such a beautiful family and our thoughts and prayers are with you during this hard time.
ReplyDeleteLove from Texas!
Collins and Ashley Jones
ALL of us are praying for ALL of you!! "Be of good cheer, and do not fear, for I the Lord am with you, and will stand by you." D&C 68:6
ReplyDeleteLove you guys!!
Oh Brit, I am so sorry for everything you all have had toy go through. From one mama to another, seeing your child hooked up to all those machines is the worst sight you could ever imagine. You feel so helpless, but its hard toy remember that those things are helping him. We are all praying for a miracle for Hatcher. He is the sweetest boy we have all ever had touch our lives. He is an inspiration to more than he could ever know. I love you Brit. hang in there and keep the faith.
ReplyDeleteI just found your blog, I hope you don't mind, but I want you to know that everyone in my house is praying for you guys.
ReplyDeleteBritt, we were in your ward in Twin like five years ago. Kyle sees Randy occasionally, and I think Randy must have given him your blog address. Today is the first time I've been on here, but I have loved reading through your posts and getting to know a little about your sweet family. Jaxyn and Hatcher are adorable! You definitely have our prayers. We truly hope the very best for your family. When you get a minute, email me and I'll send you an invite to our blog (it's private). mcgarryfam@yahoo.com
ReplyDeleteHi, you don't know us, but we are a fellow Idaho heart family and we share a mutual cousin (Bethany Walls Webber). Beth told us about Hatcher's hard time right now and my heart just breaks for you guys! My son Grant is two and we are approaching his Fontan in 6 weeks. Please know that we will be praying with all our hearts for your family and we pray that ECMO will allow his heart time to rest and recover a little bit from all of this trauma. We pray that Hatcher will be able to have his pain managed so he can comfortable rest through all of this as well.
ReplyDeleteHugs!
Alli, mom to Grant (HLHS, TGA, TAPVR, heterotaxy, asplenia)