Posted: 04-27-2025
Dallas had a very peaceful night last night and a slow, relaxing Sunday! The doctors noted that her liver enzymes, which we had been monitoring, have dropped back to normal. They are increasing the dose of her new medication very slowly each day. Other than that, no big changes — and honestly, it feels so nice to not have much to talk to the doctors about.
This morning, Heather got to hold Dallas in the rocking chair while she listened to Frozen on her TonieBox. Snuggling in bed is always special, but there’s something even more magical about holding your baby in your arms. It was such a sweet and much-needed moment.
Overall, Dallas seemed more engaged today. We did notice she was uncomfortable at one point. When asked if she was okay, she shifted her eyes to the right. We’re still figuring out if that means “no” or if she’s trying to look toward the source of the pain — today, it was probably a little of both. Heather noticed Dallas was laying a bit on her central line tubes, so she gently repositioned her and asked, “Is that better?” Very clearly, we both heard Dallas try to use her voice — it sounded like a soft whisper: “yes.” It was amazing! She is trying SO hard to talk, and it was such a powerful moment to witness.
After some outside time, Dallas practiced with some ice chips again. She did well, just a little coughing, but she’s practicing and that’s what matters! Once we came back inside, the nurse helped Heather wash Dallas’ hair. It had been “a while,” so having warm water run over her hair must have felt wonderful.
Later in the afternoon, we got her out of bed for some stretching, tummy time, and even challenged her to sit on the bench and work on using her core and stabilizing her neck. She also got to lay on her belly, which was such a nice change from always being on her back or side in bed. After all that hard work, she was ready to call it a day.
Dallas got tucked back into bed, wiped down with her special wipes, changed into her comfy peaches pajamas — and she was OUT!
We are so incredibly grateful for a peaceful day. No excitement, no news… just calm. Our hope is that tomorrow will be a case of “rinse and repeat.“
Sometimes, the most meaningful progress happens in the quiet moments we almost overlook.” – Morgan Harper Nichols
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Thank goodness for a quiet day. Quiet times can be the best. Hope y’all had a chance to rest, too. 😎
That’s great news, a peaceful day,and her sweet voice trying to say yes..I bet her hair wash felt so good.
Hope you and Heather get a good sleep too. Wish I lived closer, I would take a night shift..sweet kisses to Dallas, gentle hugs, blessings for her healing every day. Love Aunt Grace and family
Sending love.
What a sweet and precious picture of Heather and Dallas. It means everything to hold Dallas close. Glad it was a lovely day for all. Looking to the week ahead and movement in a positive direction. Praying for the three of you.
So happy that you all had a quiet easy day. Those days are so healing.
Great news that today was a bit better for Dallas and y’all as well. Wishing many better days ahead fo her.
Love your updates and your spirit! So strong as a family. And love that Dallas is looking at the camera in this pic, hopefully another good sign. Sending healing love & prayers every day. You guys got this! 💕
Absolutely love clicking on the nightly update and seeing a photo of Dallas’ beautiful eyes and her looking alert! Sending you all hugs!!
Go sweet Dallas—use your voice!
So glad you all had a nice calm day!!! Thinking of you and sending love and hugs for better days ahead!💝
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Love the picture!!🤗
Love the picture!! VSo glad you all had a nice calm day!!! Thinking of you and sending love and hugs for better days ahead!💝
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Brava to your precious little one. She’s working so hard. And seeing Heather looking so happy holding her baby outside of the bed…. What a perfect restful day. Sending so much love. (Over 50 people have responded to my FB plea for prayer so you all have a good extended family to keep praying for Dallas, your family, the medical team. We’ll keep it going!)