The doctors confirmed the surgical team meeting is tomorrow where they will discuss diagnosis and course of action for Hudson's heart condition and repair. The doctors said today would be similar to the next few days ahead of surgery...continued feeding and rest. We will know much more tomorrow following the meeting but current plan has him scheduled for heart surgery on Thursday, March 20th. If all goes well, this will likely be the first of a series of surgeries over the course of the next few years. This first surgery will be installation of a bi-lateral shunt to allow for blood flow from heart to lungs for oxygenation. Prosteglandins keep a backup system open (ductus valve) ahead of surgery. This will be the biggest obstacle Hudson will have faced to date so we continue to pray so that he has strength to overcome. Additional prayer is highly appreciated!
Today, Jon also introduced his new campaign called "Hair for Hudson". He has promised to not shave until his little buddy leaves the hospital and makes his way home. After seven days since birth, he is well on his way to a healthy beard. Please feel free to join him in support of Hudson!
Special thanks to nurse Trisha for continued great care of our hero Hudson!