Can't believe it's been so long since last I wrote, sorry! I guess the excitement of moving his feeding pace up and the ability to get some breastfeeding in made me forget. Yes, our little guy has been progressing well. Today they increased his feedings rate again. Their goal is to get his IV out by tomorrow! I know he's had a very loose diaper though already. So, I'm not sure it's all going to happen. BUT, it's possible!
Reece is still jaundice as I told you on Monday. They did all of the tests they thought were necessary and found that his liver is functioning very well. His blood work shows it's just what they think it is and the jaundice will decrease in time...possibly 3-4 weeks from full feedings. We're not sure if this means a longer stay or if they send him home already?
I don't know if you can tell from reading this, but the full feedings idea has gotten us very excited and hopeful that they may talk about going home sooner than later. Haven't heard a doctor tell us the word home yet, but we're hoping it's coming.
Thanks for praying for his feedings to go well. 100mls is his full feed - amazing! He'll be given that by tonight! REALLY Amazing! I'll try to let you know how it goes tomorrow. -Sue
Friday, May 1, 2009
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ReplyDeleteWow 100mls is awesome, you are such a Rock Star!! You will be going home soon! (Tell mommy to be prepared because they don't give you much warning.) And always remember, What happens in the NICU stays in the NICU!
Tina Jacobsen
Mike, Tina, Ava and Jasper Jacobsen
Thanks for the update. Glad to know you have been busy for all the right reasons. Good news on the jaundice. Praying right with you that you will be able to come home sooner rather than later....but only if it is in Reece's best interests. God will give those answers when it is time.
ReplyDeleteJust found your blog. I'll be praying for Reece to be home soon with you and BJ and Ben. Nancy and John Millhouse
ReplyDeleteI was hoping no news was good news!! How great that Reece will be up to full feedings. The Sterenberg's will continue to pray for Reece and your family. We hope you will all be sleeping under the same roof soon!! God is good, all the time!! Missy Sterenberg
ReplyDeleteHi Sue~
ReplyDeleteIt does seem like its been a long time since I've written to you. Believe me, you and your family have been in our prayers! Hope you can enjoy the sun outside and let God's light shine on you.
Blessings,
Kim Mokma
Daer Sue, BJ, and Ben, What wonderful news! Seeing God's healing hand at work! We are so thankful with you! Many Blessings, and have a lovely night! The VanOss' Thanks too, for your prayers for us! God is So Good!
ReplyDeleteOh YEA!!! We love hearing this GREAT news. We continue to pray for your sweet baby Reece (he's such a cutie). Yes, the jaundice will eventually go away. They might send you home on meds. Hang in there and try and enjoy this sunshine. God bless, Love, The Carlsons
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