Veronica had a fairly good day. She remains on the ventilator as you can see by the picture. We really hope she can successfully transition to CPAP soon. Her weight is about 1 lb, 13 oz and we're anxiously awaiting the day she breaks 2 lbs. She has been tolerating her feedings well so they have been increased to 8 cc's of breast milk ever three hours.
Clearly the progress is slow.....but little by little, she is growing and gaining strength.
Marcie- I'm going to focus my prayers on the nurses caring for Veronica-that they are always compassionate and competent in their assessment and skills. That they are instruments of God's love for you and your family. I am so sad you werwe forced to learn all this medical speak: but you are doing a great job with all of it! Take care of yourselves as best you are able. Love, Ann
ReplyDeleteHi Marcie- I have been thinking about a patient of mine who was born very premature- about 2 pounds. She is doing amazingly well- practically no medical problems. She is adorable, petite and 94! Stay strong and Happy Mothers Day to a wonderful mom! Love, Gina
ReplyDeleteI have to say she looks like Andrew. Sorry Marce! Or rather, she looks like Theodore did when he was a baby.
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