The Grind

The Grind

Mireya’s days are filled with numerous checks and balances.  Every morning we are greeted by our Care Partner to check Reya’s weight, temperature and blood pressure as well as saturation of her hemoglobin with the pulse ox.  Next up is the first round of...
Praying and Waiting

Praying and Waiting

Jalen and Mireya are doing well respectively.  The bandages on Jalen’s legs have been removed.  He is very sore, but is making the necessary adjustments and getting around well. Mireya is at Day +4 since the transplant.  The Medical Team is pleased overall with...
One Step Closer

One Step Closer

Apheresis Machine Jalen was a Super Hero today.  I will remember this day forever.  Despite it all he pressed through his fear and did what only his body is designed 100% to do.  We arrived at the hospital, got registered and went to the Hemoc Clinic.  Jalen received...
Gearing Up

Gearing Up

Jalen did fabulous today in clinic.  The i-port has made these last few visits a breeze and has boosted his confidence in the process and his trust in those overseeing his care.  After he received his injection, he threw his hands up in the air triumphantly as if...
Let’s Get It Started

Let’s Get It Started

Jalen started his conditioning regimen to increase his cell counts in preparation for their debut later this week.  He’s scheduled to received these injections daily until Thursday.  The Medical Team believes Jalen has Gilbert Syndrome (prounounced jeelbear). ...