Our New Baby Caleb
Baby Caleb Harrison Lambert was born on Sunday, January 22, 2006 at 5:45 am by C-section. He weighed 6 lbs 14 oz, and was 20.5 inches long, and had a very healthy pair of lungs! (See photos below)
Soon after the birth however we noticed that he was "twitching" periodically. Initial testing showed that there may have been pressure on his brain from a bruise on his head from the vacuum they used to try to pull him out (mommy was in labor for 21 hours, and ALMOST was able to deliver normally) which would clear up as the swelling went away. As testing continued, it appeared that this was not the case.
After a CT scan, MRI, and EEG it was clear that Caleb had suffered a stroke from a blood clot in his brain, most likely during the pregnancy. The damaged portion is sending out "misfires" which manifest as a small seizure on the right half of his body, which were happening rather frequently.
Right now the course of action being taken is to control the seizures. Caleb is on medication that appears to be working well. While the dosage had to be increased, his seizures (at least the ones that we can see) have almost completely stopped.
It is unclear how (or even IF) this will affect Caleb in the long-term. Out of all the most likely possibilities, it appears that the worst is that he may need physical therapy. Even that is unclear at this point, either way. He may recover completely on his own, or he may have more extensive damage than we currently know.
Caleb can use all the prayer he can get (as can mommy and daddy), as we believe with all our hearts that prayer is more powerful than any medication the doctors can give him! We just thank God that he is alive and that the damage is such that there is so much hope for a recovery!
Mama and baby Caleb
Grandma "Umi" and baby Caleb
Taking a nap
Soon after the birth however we noticed that he was "twitching" periodically. Initial testing showed that there may have been pressure on his brain from a bruise on his head from the vacuum they used to try to pull him out (mommy was in labor for 21 hours, and ALMOST was able to deliver normally) which would clear up as the swelling went away. As testing continued, it appeared that this was not the case.
After a CT scan, MRI, and EEG it was clear that Caleb had suffered a stroke from a blood clot in his brain, most likely during the pregnancy. The damaged portion is sending out "misfires" which manifest as a small seizure on the right half of his body, which were happening rather frequently.
Right now the course of action being taken is to control the seizures. Caleb is on medication that appears to be working well. While the dosage had to be increased, his seizures (at least the ones that we can see) have almost completely stopped.
It is unclear how (or even IF) this will affect Caleb in the long-term. Out of all the most likely possibilities, it appears that the worst is that he may need physical therapy. Even that is unclear at this point, either way. He may recover completely on his own, or he may have more extensive damage than we currently know.
Caleb can use all the prayer he can get (as can mommy and daddy), as we believe with all our hearts that prayer is more powerful than any medication the doctors can give him! We just thank God that he is alive and that the damage is such that there is so much hope for a recovery!
posted by Calan at 14:32
3 Comments:
Dear Chris & Maria,
We have been praying for all of you and I think of you all the time.I have been in contact with your Dad Chris,he has kept me updated and we talk on msn.Our arms are around your family and God is with you always.Caleb is a very beautiful boy.
God Bless You All,
Steve & Louise Fredericks
Calan & Marie, I had no idea....I will keep you all in my prayers....
Keep us posted as to any needs you may have that we can help with....
2corinthians517@cox.net
In Him,
Kelly Stevens
Hi Calan... I am glad baby Caleb is home! You definately have my prayers! Tell everyone Jayla and I say Hi! Stay strong and continue the faith, God is able!!! :) Keep us posted please.
God Bless,
Sherri
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