So it's been a great (and whirlwind) almost 5 months since Audrey was born. For those who would like to know more about the current prognosis and have sent messages of your love and support, here is an update on the latest going on... first some cute stuff (since I haven't blogged forever) then the other. Also a record for myself.
We have been getting used to having two kids...
I love these two pictures. Garrett went from being unsure about having a sibling, to fulfilling his role as an older brother who looks out for his sister perfectly. Their relationship has been one I love to see develop more each day. Audrey knows Garrett and loves to watch (and have) anything he does or play with........ already.
Garrett loves Audrey, and Audrey loves Garrett. There is nothing more a mother could ask for between siblings.
A coordinated nap time however, wouldn't hurt most days..... ;)
Now the other....
The Story:
This past Sunday (Feb 3, 2013) while hanging out before church, Jordan noticed Audrey acting a little weird. As we both watched her, we noticed some signs that she might be having a seizure. As we recorded the event on video, researched a little, and talked to the on call doctor, we were advised to go to the ER where she was diagnosed with having a Focal Seizure. After the seizure she recovered quickly and has returned to her normal happy, smiley, social self. We made an appointment with Primary Children's Hospital where we had a EEG done and talked with our pediatric neurologist (Tues. Feb 5). The EEG went smooth and we were grateful that it was able to show the doctors she was having seizures and also to be able to give them the information they needed to help Audrey. I am so grateful that Jordan was able to have a clear mind that morning to help me get through it as well as think clearly and remember exactly what happened.
Diagnosis:
She has been diagnosed with having Simple Partial Seizures. As far as we can tell, these do not hurt her other than maybe an occasional mild headache (said by adults who also have this condition) and no damage to her brain. She has been prescribed anti-epileptic medication to help stop the seizures from happening. She will be on this medication for at least 6 months to 1 year and until we can further determine that she is no longer having seizures. This will take time in order to make sure the medicine is working and if it is the right dosage and right medicine for her.
For the Future:
We will be getting and MRI done in the next two weeks to rule out possible causes why she might be having these seizures. There is a 60 % chance that we may never know why. As far as we know she may just grow out of them. Until we know more or time has solved the problem we are just going through each day like any other day.
We will keep you all posted as we find out more in the next month or so.
We know the Lord has blessed our lives with Audrey, and with allowing us to see the signs of this illness in her life so that we may help her in every way we can as parents. We have also been blessed with the strength to endure what has come to pass as well as what will yet come our way. We are so grateful for the knowledge of the gospel and the healing powers of the priesthood. I have seen the miracles that come through priesthood blessings and prayer.
We are so very grateful for family and friends that have shared their love, support, hospitality, and prayers in our behalf. It is such a source of strength for us. Thank you, Thank you. We love and appreciate all of you!!
Jordan, Arica, Garrett, and Audrey
glam shot :) my favorite.
