Another Surprise
Allison went in today for what we expected to be one more ultrasound/doppler in Cincinnati. We all expected it to be good and that she would be preparing to come home. Unfortunately, the test showed that Madison’s MCA (blood vessel in her brain) had abnormal flow. The doctors took Allison to the University Hospital for monitoring all day. They also did more echo’s on Madison’s heart. They think that Madison has anemia due to Olivia passing away. The condition is treatable with a blood tranfusion via a minimally invasive procedure. This procedure will occur tomorrow morning. If all goes well, Allison should still be able to come home on Friday. Please pray with us that the doctors assessment is correct and that all will go well tomorrow.
We’ll continue to PRAY!! Love you guys.
Prayers X 6 from the Kivistos for a favorable prognosis and guidance for the surgeon!
Good luck tomorrow – we’ll be thinking and praying that all goes according to plan! We love you!
Matt and Allison,
We are so sorry to hear about Olivia. You all have been so on my heart lately, so I emailed Ned to see how things were going. He told us the news of baby Olivia’s passing away. He also gave us your blog address, so we can continue to pray for you daily. Of course, you know our heart for you guys, so it is with tears rolling down that we will continue to pray for your precious little babies. Allison, you are a trooper, and such a brave mommy! I am proud of you!!! Matt, I know you are being an awesome encourager and partner as well–which is just as an important of a job–trust me. We will be checking your blog regularly and will continue to pray for Madison and Ruby. Much love to your family!
In Christ,
Bob and Shaunna Upgren
We are thinking of you guys this morning. Hope all goes well with the procedure and you’re making plans to get home soon! Love you!
We are praying constantly for you. You have an army of angels surrounding you! We grieve with you and can’t wait to see you when you come home!