With all his lines and drains out and his incision healing, Graeme was allowed to have his first bath today. Amazingly, he loved the warm water and seemed to be all wide-eyed and smiles for the event. Nothing like his sister, who screamed at the top of her lungs as her "new parents" floundered to get her little wiggly body clean!
Graeme is eatting like a champ! He is now being exclusively breastfed, which is wonderful news!! His reflux has seemed to calm down slightly and isn't bothering him as much....but only time will tell whether this will become a longterm issue for him. He has gained another 1/2 ounce today and his little cheeks are starting to fill in. So far, he has not spit up or had any issues with aspiration....another huge praise. His lungs are clear after feedings, which is such a pleasant sound for Mommy to hear, given the memories she has from nursing him in the labor and delivery ward.
The plan is for us to go home on Thursday. Graeme has made a remarkable recovery and we have been blessed that he is in such good hands....Not only the hands of the doctors and nurses, but more importantly the precious hands of our Heavenly Father! This has truly been a faith growing experience for both Mom and Dad and we give HIM all the glory for healing our little one. We are so grateful for the prayers and support of friends and family!
Graeme is eatting like a champ! He is now being exclusively breastfed, which is wonderful news!! His reflux has seemed to calm down slightly and isn't bothering him as much....but only time will tell whether this will become a longterm issue for him. He has gained another 1/2 ounce today and his little cheeks are starting to fill in. So far, he has not spit up or had any issues with aspiration....another huge praise. His lungs are clear after feedings, which is such a pleasant sound for Mommy to hear, given the memories she has from nursing him in the labor and delivery ward.
The plan is for us to go home on Thursday. Graeme has made a remarkable recovery and we have been blessed that he is in such good hands....Not only the hands of the doctors and nurses, but more importantly the precious hands of our Heavenly Father! This has truly been a faith growing experience for both Mom and Dad and we give HIM all the glory for healing our little one. We are so grateful for the prayers and support of friends and family!
2 comments:
Thank goodness, what wonderful news. Every time you post something about your little man, I go look up ES fistulas, leaks, reflux etc. He has taught me a lot!
You two have been champs. I hope all four of you are home safe and sound soon.
I will be in Asheville Wednesday through Friday and if you are up for a short visit I'd love to see you. I'll call once I get settled in up there.
Love and Congratulations!
~Robin FG
WOW! That is so amazing, Brynn. I'm so thrilled he's breastfeeding well and homeward bound. Now you guys can begin to adjust to life with a newborn at home. Weehoo. Praying for you still.
Julie
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