Kaema, John & Junior Schenck
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I would like to share about my sister Kaema, brother John and unborn baby nephew, currently referred to as Junior. This family is in a battle right now and many have reached out to ask how they can help in addition to prayers. I wanted to create a place for that kind of support as I know moving forward, this family will be faced with many difficult decisions and a need for resources.
Kaema was admitted to the hospital last week on March 6th and suffered two ruptured brain aneurysms. This happened while she is 23 weeks carrying her first baby. She remains in a coma but is fighting hard to protect her baby boy and allowing him to grow stronger.
I love my family and we are so incredibly grateful for the outpouring of love, support and prayers that have come our way.
Below is a message John shared on his Facebook page about what has happened to Kaema.
“It is with much sadness that I share Kaema Schenck suffered a brain aneurysm on Wednesday evening and is now in a coma. She underwent brain surgery on Thursday afternoon and the doctors were able to clamp the aneurysm. Unfortunately, the damage caused by the initial rupture was devastating and the doctors do not believe she will survive.
Our 23 week unborn son is ok at the moment and Kaema is fighting to keep him safe. Kaema’s medical situation has fluctuated to every extreme over the last 36 hours, but she never stopped breathing and through it all our baby’s condition and vitals remained stable. Kaema’s instincts for motherhood are on level with a grizzly. There is no doubt in my mind, Kaema is in a fight to the death to give our son the best possible shot at life. Every extra day Kaema gives our son increases his chances at a healthy start to life.
Kaema and I were at home when she had her aneurysm. It was a very hectic few minutes of us trying to figure out what was wrong. In the middle of all the chaos and adrenaline, Kaema looked me in the eye, and with clear words said, “I’m so sorry that I’m scaring everyone.” Those were her final words before losing consciousness.
Because of the look she gave me in that moment, I know two things: 1) Kaema knew exactly what she was saying and 2) I now understand that she also knew in that instant precisely what was happening to her. Those who know Kaema will not be surprised to learn that in the face of a life and death crisis, with chaos and danger at extremes, and with only a fleeting moment to communicate a message, Kaema’s only concern was for everyone else and not herself.
Kaema is currently in the ICU and continuing to fight. She has had people from all around the world praying for her over the last couple of days. Thank you to everyone for all of the thoughts, prayers, well-wishes and good energy transmitted over the last two days, please keep them coming.
I would like to especially thank the nurses, doctors, staff, helicopter pilots and crew at St. David’s Medical Center and St. David’s North Austin for your tireless efforts. You are helping us in our moment of greatest need and we are eternally grateful.”
Kaema was admitted to the hospital last week on March 6th and suffered two ruptured brain aneurysms. This happened while she is 23 weeks carrying her first baby. She remains in a coma but is fighting hard to protect her baby boy and allowing him to grow stronger.
I love my family and we are so incredibly grateful for the outpouring of love, support and prayers that have come our way.
Below is a message John shared on his Facebook page about what has happened to Kaema.
“It is with much sadness that I share Kaema Schenck suffered a brain aneurysm on Wednesday evening and is now in a coma. She underwent brain surgery on Thursday afternoon and the doctors were able to clamp the aneurysm. Unfortunately, the damage caused by the initial rupture was devastating and the doctors do not believe she will survive.
Our 23 week unborn son is ok at the moment and Kaema is fighting to keep him safe. Kaema’s medical situation has fluctuated to every extreme over the last 36 hours, but she never stopped breathing and through it all our baby’s condition and vitals remained stable. Kaema’s instincts for motherhood are on level with a grizzly. There is no doubt in my mind, Kaema is in a fight to the death to give our son the best possible shot at life. Every extra day Kaema gives our son increases his chances at a healthy start to life.
Kaema and I were at home when she had her aneurysm. It was a very hectic few minutes of us trying to figure out what was wrong. In the middle of all the chaos and adrenaline, Kaema looked me in the eye, and with clear words said, “I’m so sorry that I’m scaring everyone.” Those were her final words before losing consciousness.
Because of the look she gave me in that moment, I know two things: 1) Kaema knew exactly what she was saying and 2) I now understand that she also knew in that instant precisely what was happening to her. Those who know Kaema will not be surprised to learn that in the face of a life and death crisis, with chaos and danger at extremes, and with only a fleeting moment to communicate a message, Kaema’s only concern was for everyone else and not herself.
Kaema is currently in the ICU and continuing to fight. She has had people from all around the world praying for her over the last couple of days. Thank you to everyone for all of the thoughts, prayers, well-wishes and good energy transmitted over the last two days, please keep them coming.
I would like to especially thank the nurses, doctors, staff, helicopter pilots and crew at St. David’s Medical Center and St. David’s North Austin for your tireless efforts. You are helping us in our moment of greatest need and we are eternally grateful.”
Organiser and beneficiary
Jana Schenck
Organiser
Austin, TX
John Schenck
Beneficiary
