Week 26 Appointment

We met with the neonatologist and specialist today and unfortunately, it did not go as we had hoped. The neonatologist started by saying that he had shown the MRI reports to a nephrologist and urologist and they were pessimistic about the chances of our baby being able to survive. It is clear that one kidney is not working and unsure if the other kidney is operating. Either way though, the lungs are not developing as needed and are considered hypoplastic.

With these two items going against our baby, they told us the outlook is very grim. We still have one thing we are going to do though and that is find out from a hospital in Cincinnati if a prenatal bladder shunt would be possible. They are one of few hospitals in the country which perform this procedure. There is no guarantee they will be able to do it, and if they do, there is still a large chance it won’t change Junebug’s condition. Unfortunately again, everything is up to us and we get to decide what happens next and when.

Needless to say, we are extremely saddened by the news we have received, but we are going to try and enjoy all of this time we have and have had with our baby. We have been blessed to have this opportunity to feel the baby move, give this baby love, and share our story with many people, which is more than some people get the opportunity to have. We’ve learned so much from Junebug and have seen a miracle first hand. Many people have given us support and prayers, for each one we are very appreciative. Junebug’s journey is not over by a long shot, but big decisions are going to be made very soon. We thank God for everything we’ve been given and the answers to our prayers. Please give your kids and loved ones an extra hug today, and let them know you love them. Thanks again for reading…