Newborn Defies Odds: Starts Breathing on His Own After Life Support Is Removed

Parents say goodbye to their newborn as life support is switched off, then he starts breathing immediately

Expectation and hope are common during pregnancy and childbirth, but for one mother, the experience turned into a test of unfathomable fortitude and resiliency.

No parent should ever have to face the devastating medical reality that Chelsea Hough encountered when she gave birth to her son Karson.

A family was left in amazement of the miracle they witnessed after an emotional journey that surpassed medical expectations.

Lisa Hough, Chelsea’s mother, shared the tale of her grandson Karson, who was born with serious health issues, on social media.

When physicians discovered that Karson had two incredibly unusual and unrelated diseases, Lisa explained how her daughter’s excitement at the prospect of having a new baby swiftly transformed into terror and destruction.

He was diagnosed with Non-Ketotic Hyperglycinemia (NKH), a rare inherited metabolic condition, and a bleed in the left temporal lobe.

It was a sobering diagnosis. Karson was neurologically handicapped and had little to no chance of surviving for more than a few hours, according to the doctors, who told the family of his serious condition.

According to his prognosis, he would probably live his entire life with the cognitive capacity of a two- to three-month-old if he survived.

Chelsea was devastated by the news and was forced to make a painful choice that no mother should ever have to make.

Chelsea made the difficult decision to take Karson off life support after carefully considering all of the information provided by medical experts.

The family was ready for what the doctors said would be an unavoidable farewell. Lisa claims that they were only given ten minutes after Karson’s intensive care was discontinued, with the expectation that his heart would cease when the ventilator was taken off.

The family prepared for an emotional farewell.

But everyone was shocked by what transpired next. Rather than retreating, Karson went against all medical advice. He began breathing on his own as soon as the ventilator was taken off.

As the minutes went on, it became evident that something amazing was happening as his heart rate and oxygen levels stabilized.

Five hours later, Karson was still breathing on his own, shocking the physicians who had been sure he was going to die.

Lisa compared the event to being a personal witness to a miracle. She expressed her amazement at what had happened and gave friends and followers updates.

He’s breathing on his own. He’s swallowing. He is making it through. In her tearful Facebook post, Lisa stated, “He has even opened his eyes a little bit a few times today.

” She clarified that as there was no scientific precedent for such a recovery, his doctors were unable to provide a medical explanation for his survival. “Miracle” was the only word that made sense to them.

Karson’s strength continued to rise every day, astounded medical specialists and gave his family fresh hope.

Then, on March 1, the family learned that Karson was returning home—something they had hardly dared to hope for.

Their little fighter had shown that he was determined to live after weeks of doubt, anxiety, and heartache.

Lisa kept providing updates on Karson’s progress, praising their faith and the strength of belief against insurmountable obstacles.

“I am brought to my knees every day, and I am constantly reminded that God isn’t finished,” Lisa wrote.

“There are no words to express how grateful I am, and I will thank Him for giving Karson his for as long as I can breathe.”

The online community’s response was very positive and supportive. Karson’s trip was followed by thousands of individuals who sent prayers and encouraging messages.

More over 30,000 people responded to the post announcing his survival and return home, demonstrating the sheer number of souls his story had impacted.

Karson’s milestones are still celebrated by Chelsea and Lisa, who treasure the times they previously thought they would never enjoy.

Even while the future is yet unknown, one thing is certain: Karson is a living example of fortitude, faith, and life’s unexplainable mysteries.

This extraordinary family is thankful for every day as they continue their small miracle.

In addition to being a tale of survival, Karson’s story also highlights the enduring love between a mother and her child and the persistent conviction that miracles do occasionally occur.