Unfortunately, we received word from the nurse practitioner today that Tessa has been diagnosed with RSV(Respiratory Syncytial Virus). RSV is a respiratory virus having flu-like symptoms that is most common in children less than 1 year of age. There is no specific treatment for the virus. Basically, it must be allowed to run it's course. They will allow Tessa time for recovery, provide lots of fluids, and keep her as comfortable as possible.
It may take 7 days or more for the virus to run it's course. In the meantime, they have placed Tessa back on the lipids(fats) and hyperale liquid nutrition through her IV. She will not resume her feedings and will probably stay on the ventilator. The is not the news that we wanted to hear but there is comfort in knowing a diagnosis. Continue in prayer for our precious little girl.
Proverbs 30:5
Every word of God is pure: he is a shield unto them that put their trust in him.
Friday, January 4, 2008
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For Tessa
Heavenly Father, watch with us over your child Tessa Nicole., and grant that she may be restored to that perfect health which it is yours alone to give; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
Saying these words for Tessa.
With love,
Zan
I pray God continues to keep His hand upon Tessa.
Sylvia
I'm sorry about the set back. Tessa is in good hands!! Remember that God is the great physician and so many are praying on Tessa's behalf.
I Love You Guys!!
Patty
We pray for Baby Tessa:
Lord Jesus Christ, Good Shepherd of the sheep, you gather the lambs in your arms and carry them in your bosom: We commend to your loving care this child Tessa. Relieve her pain, guard her from all danger, restore to her your gifts of gladness and strength, and raise her up to a life of service to you. Hear us, we pray, for your dear Name's sake. Amen.
From the Book of Common Prayer
A Prayer for Baby Tessa
Prayer for a Sick Child
People were bringing even infants to him that he might touch them… Jesus called (the children)…and said the kingdom of God belongs (to them). … Luke 18: 15-17
Dear Lord Jesus,
You treasured children so much that You taught our hearts should become like theirs if we would enter the kingdom of heaven: and You would not allow anyone to keep the children from You.
Be with Tessa, this beloved child of Yours, now in her illness and suffering.
Gather Tessa into Your caring arms during her time of sickness and grant her the peace, and the comfort, and rest which You alone can give. Let Tessa know how much You love her and that You suffer with her in her hurting. Protect, bless, guard, and comfort Tessa with the caring and compassion which You alone can give. Amen
From: A Nurse’s Handbook of Spiritual Care: Standing on Holy Ground
Another nicu rollercoaster!!!!!
We have all had our share of them. But by the grace of God we have came threw them. Tessa will surely be fine because God will continue to hold her in his hands. We will soon ride the rollercoaster again only in another hospital. But MaKayla like Tessa has been sheltered in the arms our Lord Jesus Christ for many months. He has but these little girls here for a reason. And we all know that he will continue to heal them and take care of them. Give Miss Tessa a hug and a kiss from all of us and we will see you soon. Nancy and Anthony get some rest, Tessa will be well taken of.
I'll say a special pray for her tonight.
May God be with you
David Kay Heather and MaKayla
Father, I am so glad we can come to you for comfort. There is nothing we face that You haven't seen,no hurt You don't understand. I know You care ,that You are there to lend the strength Anthony and Nancy need now. Help them Lord. Thank you for your precious sustenance when we need your tender touch and we are unable to carry ourselves. Please watch over Tessa and restore her to health. Thank you for Your unfailing faithfulness. Amen
We are all praying for Little Tessa! She truly is a fighter and we all know that God will guide her through this storm, as he has, with the previous storms. Although this is a set back, we hope that you find some comfort in the fact that she was there at the hospital and not at home and then had to return for another visit. We know that God is providing her with the strength that she needs and her rest is so important right now. Nancy and Anthony, please try to get as much rest as possible too, I'm sure it's not easy but it is so important, Little Tessa needs you both to stay healthy! We do hope that you 3 enjoy your time together this weekend~~she knows that you are there with her even when she is sleeping! Hugs and kisses to all 3 of you!
Misti
Hey you two. I am so sorry to read of the RSV. You would think she would be sheltered from things like that there in the NICU. I pray for a fast recovery and I'm so sorry for the setback. I hope that she is resting peacefully and kicks the virus quickly.
Lots of thoughts and prayers your way as always.
Love
Shelly
Nancy, Anthony and Tessa my eyes have filled with tears as I read the update on Tessa, and then I thought to myself I should not be sad because our Lord is holding her in His arms. He will help her to get stronger and feel better each day. Please know that many people are praying for y'all each day and night and that we all are thankful that you have allowed us on your journey. Tessa is a special little girl and I am sure she is in wonderful hands. Our thoughts and prayers are with y'all!
Brandey
Miss Tessa is a fighter. We are confident that the Lord will watch over her as she battles this RSV.
We will continue to pray for her speedy recovery.
Ellen & Dean
We love you guys and we know that God is watching over Tessa. We are always praying for your sweet family. We were praying long before we got to meet you. We are so blessed to have connected.
Toni and Chad
"Cast all your anxiety on Him because He cares for you."
1 Peter 5:7
Nancy, Anthony, & Little Tessa, my eyes are filled with tears too. We were so hoping your angel could go home very soon. I know it's hard but just keep praying and everything will be ok. Ya'll have been through so much. It hurts us to see ya'll going through more trials and pain. We are praying every day for all 3 of ya'll that God would see fit to heal Tessa so she could go home very soon. We pray that God will comfort you and give you the strength you need to get through this trying time. Tessa, we hope you get better soon! We love you and just know there are alot of people pulling for you!
Joya, David & Family
P.S. To Makayla's family, if you read this we will be praying for Makayla as well that everything will go ok with her too.
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