Graeme had an amazing day today. It started out with a visit from the pediatric surgeon who removed his J-P drain and the sutures from his surgery. Graeme's surgical incision begins under his right armpit and extends the whole way around to his spine. The surgeon says that Graeme has made a remarkable recovery! He also said that as long as Graeme continues to feed well, he should be able to go home this week.
Next was a visit from the neonatologist. He too was very impressed with Graeme who has been packing on the pounds since he started feeding. He now weighs 8 lbs 2 oz. They decided to cut back on Graeme's IV food (aka TPN) and by 4:00 pm, his TPN was totally gone and his PICC line had been removed. What an amazing sight it was to see our baby boy without any invasive lines!! The neonatologist also told us that we can go home this week...likely Thursday! This was surprising but outstanding news! Over the next few days Graeme and Mommy will focus on breastfeeding.
Mommy will stay at the hospital for the next few days and nights to begin to take on Graeme's total care. What a wonderful thing it will be for us all to be home! Mariana can't wait to finally meet her baby brother.
We so appreciate all of your prayers and support! Please continue to pray for Graeme that he would begin breastfeeding well and that our transition to home would go smoothly.
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This post makes me teary eyed. I'm so glad to hear of Graeme's remarkable progress. I am thankful for God's answered prayers. What a blessing! I know Bryn will enjoy being able to take care of him the way God intended.
We love you and continue to pray. How exciting that Mariana soon gets to meet her brother!
Love,
Erin
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