Small but Mighty: Sutton's G-Tube Journey
Sutton came into our lives through IVF, and from the very beginning, she has shown incredible strength. Just two days after birth, she was transferred to a higher-level NICU, where she spent 40 days fighting to grow, thrive, and learn how to eat.
During her NICU stay, Sutton faced challenges with her breathing and feeding. She required oxygen support starting out with bubble CPAP and eventually weaned down to a nasal cannula, and an NG tube was placed to help her get the nutrition she needed. A swallow study later revealed that Sutton has silent aspirations, which meant she was unable to safely drink by mouth. Since then, she has also struggled with bottle aversions.
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August 19, 2026
It’s time for another update on our sweet Sutton.Since our last update on July 21st, we’ve made some progress. Sutton is now doing night feeds only and is still taking her appetite stimulant medication. We are currently in a weaning trial, which is exciting, but we’re also learning that progress with Sutton can come with some obstacles along the way.Right now, we’re facing the possibility of a little cold, and with sick season and back to school viruses starting to circulate, that is something that makes me nervous. Even a small setback can mean falling behind on her feeding goals and weight gain, so we’re trying to take things one day at a time.Tomorrow we’ll find out how she’s doing with her weight gain at her high risk WIC appointment. She also has her 15 month well check on Monday, and then we’ll see her GI doctor on September 2nd. We’re praying for good weight gain and continued progress at each of these appointments.We’re still waiting on those first steps, too. Sutton is not walking yet, but we’re hopeful that day will come soon. We’re also having some concerns with snoring and may be getting an ENT referral next week, so we’re praying for answers there as well.This journey has taught us that progress isn’t always a straight line. We celebrate every step forward while also preparing ourselves for the bumps that can come along the way. We’re praying that Sutton can stay as healthy as possible through this upcoming season and continue moving forward with her feeding, growth, and development goals.Please keep our girl in your prayers, especially for continued weight gain, no major illnesses or setbacks, successful progress with her feeding wean, answers regarding her snoring, continued development, and hopefully those first steps soon.And as always, thank you from the bottom of our hearts for every prayer, message, share, donation, and act of love you’ve given Sutton since the very beginning of her journey. Your support has carried us through some incredibly hard days, and we are so grateful to have so many people cheering our girl on.Please continue to follow Sutton’s journey and share her story. Every bit of support makes a difference in helping us provide the care she needs.
July 21, 2026
Fingers crossed for our GI appointment tomorrow as we get an update on Sutton's plan of care depending on her weight! Hoping she has gained some!
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Guestbook
August 20, 2026
Praying for Baby Sutton.
Shelia Sneed
September 12, 2025
We are praying for sweet baby Sutton and your family. We love y’all.
“For we walk by faith, not by sight,”
2 Corinthians 5:7
Fran Boynton
September 11, 2025
You’ve shown such strength through everything, and it’s inspiring to everyone who knows you. Please remember you’re not walking this road alone—so many of us are standing with you, cheering you on, and ready to support in any way we can.
Brea Wiggins
