When we entered the NICU, one doctor told us that there are many steps or checkpoints that are significant. The first 72 hours, one week, one month and then two months. Zoe has made it one month and we are proud of her for that.
She seems to be improving every day. We wanted to hold off on writing until we have a negative blood culture for 72 hours. We are close, she has gone about 56 hours and no infection has grown in her last blood draw. Previous blood draws began to show signs of growth much sooner. Our fingers are crossed.
She is still very active during her care times, and she continues to need little support with her breathing. If everything proceeds as we hope, the doctors want to restart breast milk feeding and extubate soon. We are cautiously optimistic.
It is nice to finally hear good news. We will write more soon.
Happy 1 month little Zoe!!!
16 comments:
Keep up the good work, Zoe. We'll all be holding our breath for the next 16 hours... and beyond! Lots of love and good energy to my favorite niece.
Zoe looked so good to me last night...I saw her following her mommy's voice, and looking around her 'condo'...taking it all in. Happy One Month Zoe...many celebrations for you ahead...
Love you, Nana
Zoe, we all love you a lot! And we congratulate you on your very first Monthday!
Good work Zoe! We're proud of your hard work this month and the energy your mom and dad are putting into you also! Lots of love, as always!
Abby
Happy one month Zoe! I'm so proud of all your hard work. Keep it up beautiful little one. Love you.
Mo-Mo
Neil, Margo and Zoe-
Great to hear from you. One month is a wonderful milestone. Keep up the healing and growing.
Little Zoe is an inspiration. Already bringing joy to her mom and dad, and all of the family and friends surrounding her.
Lots of love to you, Hilkka
Neil, Margo and Zoe-
One month is a wonderful milestone. We are so happy for you all. Keep up the healing and growing! Nurturing and devoted parents can make such a positive difference.
Zoe is an inspiration, already bringing joy to her mom and dad, and to all of the family and friends surrounding her.
Much love, Hilkka
Whoops, I thought the first message was lost, so I rewrote. Please excuse my lack of computer savvy! H
Happy one month Zoe - we are so proud of you and your parents.
Love,
-Carrie and Nathan
So good to have made the one month milestone. Congratulations to all three of you. Will be waiting for more good news at the 72 hour mark. Keep strong, Zoe.
great-uncle Jon & great-aunt Chris
Zoe,
Congratulations lil' lady on your first Monthday! I can't wait to get back to Seattle and finally meet you. Thank you Margo and Neil on the continuous blogs, Laura and I check on your status daily and our love and prayers are with you. Stay strong and keep us posted. We love you guys!
Cuz Aaron
Happy one month birthday Zoe! You are doing a great job.
Love, The Arnolds
Whew!! What a milestone. You go, Zoe!! You know we hold you in our hearts -- and we're rooting for that 72 hour clear on the infection. How wonderful to know she is follownig your voice, Margo. What a precious link that is. Much love, Uncle Pat and Pam
Zoe is a little miracle. Her strength and yours overwhelm me. 4 weeks is huge! So much love, deborah
At a girl Zoe! Kick that infection's butt. See you soon.
Happy One Month, Zoe. Can't wait to meet you.
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