Monday

Hello, again. This is Tambra posting an update for Carley.

The test for what type of bacteria Kenley has, came back today. She has salmonella. Carley said that the hospital staff had seen very few cases of salmonella in an infant this young.

In order to keep family, friends, and nursery mates well, Kenley spends most of her time in "her house". "Kenley's house" happens to be an incubator in the NICU. Kevin and Carley are able to hold her and feed her still. Carely says they have to suit up in scrubs that look and feel like a sauna suit. The look is made complete with rubber gloves.

Carley hasn't missed a feeding since Kenley has been in the NICU and she says she is beginning to eat with gusto. Kenley's white blood cell count is also on the rise. She is also gaining the weight back that she lost!

The Smith's expect that Kenley will end up spending between 10-14 days in the NICU. The stay will be longer if Kenley's spinal fluid is infected with the bacteria.

Please continue to pray for Kenley's recovery!