Both Chip and I spent the night in West Lafayette last night because we both had meetings today that we needed to attend. But, now we’re back in the NICU and will both be staying here tonight. But, enough about us, that’s not really why you’re reading this blog anyway. So, here’s a David update…
We called this morning and not much had changed last night. But, when I called again this afternoon at 4pm, we found out he had taken a whole bottle at his last feeding. Then, he just took another whole bottle at his 9pm feeding. Granted, he slept through his 6pm feeding because he was too worn out, but he is definitely making progress. He still needs to be able to eat from a bottle at every feeding, but he is heading in the right direction. However, despite his eating so well today, no one has suggested a time frame for when he can go home. It’s still just too early to tell.
Also, he is almost 5 lbs. He weighed in tonight at 4 lb 15.5 oz, so he’s really close to breaking the 5 lb barrier. We put on one of the preemie outfits Chip and I bought last night and I’m glad we took a picture because I don’t think it’s going to fit him much longer. That means, we definitely need to get the other preemie outfits on him as soon as possible or he might never wear them.
So, all-in-all, David had a VERY good day. Here are a few pictures we took last night and tonight.
Hi Kristina! Jenny from MBE – Phinisha shared your blog site with me. I am so happy and excited for you and Chip, and David! Congratulations! What a blessing. I know that you will be amazing parents. I look forward to following your story. God Bless!