Joshua's Update (Day 3)

Well... Joshua is now almost 72 hours old and is still in the NICU. He is doing a little bit better. His jaundice level has gone up a little bit, which was expected, and I imagine that it might go up a little bit more. He is still on an IV and cannot be fed yet. They are hoping that he will be able to eat tomorrow. So please be praying for that. BUT... In order for that to happen, he needs to be off of the oxygen they have had him on. His oxygen percentage is set at 25.8% and he needs to come down to 21% (which is considered "room air".) His blood gas has come down from 60% yesterday to 49% today. Praise the Lord!!! He is getting better and is being healed. The Lord is the ultimate physician and we are so thankful for all the prayers that have been lifted up in Joshua's honor. Thank you also for the prayers for my family. We are relying on the strength that has been given to us from our Savior. He is our rock. Joshua is still fighting and we can't wait for everyone to meet him. Thank you again Lord for your great works.