Amber in AUS Posted November 18, 2010 Share Posted November 18, 2010 Well, he isn't so 'wee' anymore. He is now weighing 1770g which is just over double his birth weight. He is now 7 weeks old. He remains on CPAP although the pressure has been reduced to 5 which he seems to me coping with OK. The plan at this point is to get him off the CPAP and onto high flow oxygen over the next week or so. He is now having 3 hourly feeds, 33ml every 3 hours which he is tolerating beautifully. Just in the last week i have been able to offer him an empty breast for a nuzzle and he has latched on and sucked a few times. Hopefully he will get the hang of feeding over the coming weeks. Unfortunately he will not be discharged until he is all suck feeds and no longer requiring any breathing assistance so we could still be looking at 6+ weeks in the hospital. He wasn't due until 10 Jan! Here is a pic of him the day he was 1730g, exactly double his birth weight. Enjoy! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted November 18, 2010 Share Posted November 18, 2010 He's doing so well! I hope he continues to grow by leaps and bounds. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sagira Posted November 18, 2010 Share Posted November 18, 2010 Awww.. Thanks for sharing. He's such a cutie. So glad he's doing better and growing stronger and bigger every day. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Starr Posted November 18, 2010 Share Posted November 18, 2010 He is a sweety. It will be a wonderful new year at your house! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MotherMayI Posted November 18, 2010 Share Posted November 18, 2010 He is beautiful! He has made great progress and I hope the next steps go quickly. Thanks for the update! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
missmoe Posted November 18, 2010 Share Posted November 18, 2010 He is so cute. Thanks for sharing your good news! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IsabelC Posted November 18, 2010 Share Posted November 18, 2010 What a beautiful, special little man you have. Great to hear that he is progressing so well, and so lovely that you have already had him on the breast. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lucy in Australia Posted November 18, 2010 Share Posted November 18, 2010 That's wonderful! He looks so alert - he is really growing well. One day at a time, hey? :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
i.love.lucy Posted November 18, 2010 Share Posted November 18, 2010 From another preemie mom here, congratulations on his wonderful progress!!!! I will keep your precious baby in my prayers! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Melissa in Australia Posted November 18, 2010 Share Posted November 18, 2010 terrific. I have told my sister (who is nearly 20 weeks and having a terrible time) all about your miracle baby. She has got much encouragement from it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scrappyhappymama Posted November 18, 2010 Share Posted November 18, 2010 He's adorable. SO glad to hear he's progressing well. Just read his birth story on your blog. I know it was not at all funny at the time, but your description of his little foot flapping about made me giggle aloud! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tress Posted November 18, 2010 Share Posted November 18, 2010 So glad everything is going so well! Thanks for updating. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amber in AUS Posted November 18, 2010 Author Share Posted November 18, 2010 so lovely that you have already had him on the breast. They are a VERY pro-breastfeeding hospital which is wonderful. The nursery has an LC available all the time to help or just chat to. terrific.I have told my sister (who is nearly 20 weeks and having a terrible time) all about your miracle baby. She has got much encouragement from it. I do hope she can hold on for a while longer. These babies are true fighters in every sense of the word but every day makes such a big difference to their outcomes. The world of intensive care is a roller coaster! Sending tonnes of positive thoughts for your sister. Just read his birth story on your blog. I know it was not at all funny at the time, but your description of his little foot flapping about made me giggle aloud! Your right, it wasn't funny at the time, but i can laugh about it now :lol: NEWS FLASH - I have just had word from the hospital that after 49 days in Special Care Nursery 3 Adison has been moved to the High Dependency Unit. Woohoo, another step closer to home! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Country Mouse Posted November 18, 2010 Share Posted November 18, 2010 Thank you so much for keeping us updated. He is beautiful. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Denisemomof4 Posted November 18, 2010 Share Posted November 18, 2010 Oh, Amber, he is absolutely PRECIOUS!!!!!!!!! Thank you for sharing your update. I know it's very difficult to have a baby that needs you in the hospital while you have kids that need you at home! I watched my friend struggle with this for several months before she had everyone safely home. I am so glad to hear he's doing so well. My friend has some scary moments but being in the hospital was the best place and he was thriving there. He's been thriving at home now for two months!!! Hang in there. Enjoy your precious little bundle!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unsinkable Posted November 18, 2010 Share Posted November 18, 2010 Amber, I am happy to read such wonderful news! He is beautiful! :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jen in PA Posted November 18, 2010 Share Posted November 18, 2010 I'm so glad he's making such wonderful progress! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gratia271 Posted November 18, 2010 Share Posted November 18, 2010 He is doing wonderful! Thank you for the update. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FaithManor Posted November 18, 2010 Share Posted November 18, 2010 Amber, thank you so much for the update. I've been thinking of you and your family so much and praying too. He's so sweet and ALERT! Such a precious boy. I'm thrilled to hear that he moved out of level 3. Doing a little happy dance with you. Faith Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thescrappyhomeschooler Posted November 18, 2010 Share Posted November 18, 2010 His eyes are beautiful! What an amazing boy he is! I'm glad he is doing so well. Thank you for sharing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tammyla Posted November 18, 2010 Share Posted November 18, 2010 What a sweetie he is. I'm so happy to hear he is gaining weight and making progress with breathing and feedings. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MariannNOVA Posted November 18, 2010 Share Posted November 18, 2010 Oh, Amber: SO CUTE! And thank you for the updates. Prayers for continued growth and progress!:grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TXMomof4 Posted November 18, 2010 Share Posted November 18, 2010 Look at those bright eyes! He's precious! Glad to know things are going well. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jackie in AR Posted November 18, 2010 Share Posted November 18, 2010 He is adorable, Amber! Sounds like he is making great progress. My boys were only 5 weeks early, but one still stayed in the hospital for 3 weeks and one for 5 weeks (came home on his due date). I remember how stressful that time was, and I'm thinking of you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OnTheBrink Posted November 18, 2010 Share Posted November 18, 2010 He's absolutely beautiful and I'm so glad to hear he's progressing well! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carrie12345 Posted November 18, 2010 Share Posted November 18, 2010 I am so happy to read about Adison's progress. It's amazing to me to see him getting well Earth-side, while I have an "older" baby still inside. I really hope that's not insensitive, since I definitely wish this weren't the case, but he's such an incredible inspiration for me! :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BMW Posted November 18, 2010 Share Posted November 18, 2010 Congratulations!!! He is amazing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
5wolfcubs Posted November 18, 2010 Share Posted November 18, 2010 :grouphug: A few lines from Mama, Mama by Jean Marzollo for you & your sweet boy: Mama, Mama, Nuzzle, hug, I'm your little Golden cub. Mama, Mama, Soft as silk, Give me warmth And give me milk. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nakia Posted November 18, 2010 Share Posted November 18, 2010 Great news Amber!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chickenpatty Posted November 18, 2010 Share Posted November 18, 2010 He is so cute!!! I'm glad he is doing so well! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sonsmama Posted November 18, 2010 Share Posted November 18, 2010 Great picture. Thanks for the update. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sparkle Posted November 18, 2010 Share Posted November 18, 2010 He's precious. I love his big eyes and his nice pink skin tone. Glad to hear he's making good progress. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brigitte Posted November 18, 2010 Share Posted November 18, 2010 Great news! What a sweetie. I remember cherishing all those milestones with my girls. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mommy22alyns Posted November 18, 2010 Share Posted November 18, 2010 Glad to hear a good update! I've been thinking about you guys! :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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