I was alerted to a story of a local baby. Noah was born November 29, 2008. Last month, he was shaken by his daycare provider. He is now in the Pediatric ICU at INOVA Fairfax Hospital, in a medically-induced coma. An MRI has determined extensive brain damage has been done. Also, Noah’s sight maybe affected as there was bleeding behind his retinas.
His parents, Mike and Erin, have set up a blog to share his story. They can no longer provide medical updates, but would still appreciate your kind words, good thoughts, prayers and support. Please, if you have a moment, stop by Noah’s Road. In their About This Blog section, they write:
On Monday, April 20th, Noah, our five month-old son, was shaken by his daycare provider. Though the road ahead remains uncertain, and the tragedy of our story is undeniable, we have created Noah’s Road as an instrument of hope. Please share this website with your friends and ask your friends to share it with theirs. Help us harness the healing power of love and prayer to help our son – our heart and our breath – to heal.
oh, this story just breaks my heart! I’m clicking over to visit now and praying for noah and his family!
Mike, I was at your Mothers back in Februay and she was telling me all about Noah. I am so sad to hear about your son. My prays are with you and your wife. Noah will be in my thoughts and prays. I wish the best. All my love, Mary
My prayers go out to this family who is suffering so much. I will keep this little baby in my prayers for a full recovery and for a sense of peace for his parents.
Heather
This story is the worst thing that could ever happen to someone. No one deserves to go through this. And no one should have the right to ever treat one human being like that. My prayers and thoughts go out to Noah and his family.