Michael has been smiling and laughing all day with his parents. He's still in awe of his mom and dad and is taking in all the TLC he's being showered with. What a precious little boy.
The medical team took Mick off of the continuous feeding tube today. They are going to try and see how he does with just bottle feedings, as they get closer to sending him home. Meg and Tom got to feed him this evening and he drank up 78 cc's of milk. Michael took the opportunity to spit up 10 cc's all over his dad, a good orientation for what's to come. The nursing staff will continue bottle feeding him throughout the night.
The doctors are also encouraged by the clearing up of fluid in Michael's lungs, so his Lasiks levels were reduced. Because of his HLHS, it's not uncommon for him to have a little fluid and the team is impressed with his improvement.
We are ecstatic and inspired by his success and jovial spirit. The apple doesn't fall far.
5 comments:
Good morning Meg and Tommy.
Michael looks great! Please don't let the insurance company push Michael out too soon. He has been through so much.
Caitlin thanks for the midnight update. You all amaze us.
Love,
Mom and Dad
What great news! Your little Michael is quite a fighter. We love the photos. He is such a beautiful baby. Keep up the good work.
Love and hugs,
Ellie and Jeff
What wonderful news! I am so happy for all of you. What a great smile little Mick has- he is just amazing, as are his parents.
Caitlin - posting at 11:22 PM - what a great auntie!!
Wishing you all a wonderful day.
All my love - Nancy
Caitlin, you are awesome, we love getting up to the blogs. Yes, what a great baby, smile, family. We are so proud of you all. Mick, way to go, parent initiations are such fun, huh?! Have a great day in the love and grace of Jesus, mav and coach. Looking forward to yet another Celtic victory! love to you all.
How true that there is nothing more precious than a baby's smile.
Michael knows how loved he is. Thank you again for sharing him with us through the blog. All our love and prayers.
Love and God bless,
Jim and Joan
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