Cardiology Update

Today we met with the cardiologist to have a check-up. The good news is that everything is status quo. Her heart function looks good. None of her valves are leaking. No collaterals. No coarctation. Everything looks perfect - well perfect for her, which I'd great. Her sat levels are some of the highest she has had. The cardiologist was VERY pleased to see how well Audra has gained weight. It really couldn't have gone better.

We discussed many things with our cardiologist. One thing is the timing of Audra's next surgery. At UofM, the third surgeries are typically done when the baby (toddler I guess) is 18-24 months old. We discussed that many centers are delaying this but UofM really isn't for various reasons. Since there are such rapid improvements in the surgeries, it is not settled if the delays are actually causing any long term benefits. Anyway, we decided that we can "plan" for Audra's Fontan in spring of 2014 when she is just over two and RSV and flu seasons are over. I say "plan" because as we know from the Hemi, Audra may decide otherwise and things may not go as we plan them.

We also discussed Audra's sleep habits and how we can improve them. We got the clear to try some sleep training with her. We are very excited to work on getting more sleep for all of us!!!!

All and all a good appointment. We don't go back to the cardiologist for another three months! Our next doctor appointment is for Audra's 9 month check-up. It is such a change from the days of constant appointments and home visits.

We are in such a good place this thanksgiving and have so much to be thankful for!