1546 Just dropped him off at operating room.
Our little dude was diagnosed with ROP (Retinopathy of Prematurity) this morning. Grade two in one eye, grade 3 in the other. He is in the operating room right now getting laser surgery on his handsome eyes.
Hopefully it halts the ROP and it begins to regress. ROP is what made Stevie Wonder blind. He was a preemie, and back then they gave preemies higher percents of oxygen to increase survival, turns out it is like all other things and require balance. While not completely understood, high oxygen needs, prematurity and a birth weight under 700 grams contribute to the chances of having it.
Praying for a successful operation. Thanks for all the love, support, and prayers!
Preemie Pop 
You both have such an enormous job and you are doing it so beautifully. I’m sending you virtual support from Calistoga. Each precious moment matters and you are completely there for RT.
I am touched by this.
Martha (Ellen’s friend & swimming buddy)
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Thank you for the support and love Martha! Every bit we get from all over the wold is helping our little guy get through all of this.
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