We are cautiously optimistic, but things do seem to be going better.
Zoe is gaining weight every day, and now weights 1180 grams or 2 lbs. 9.5 ounces. She is progressing on her feeding regime, and is half way to full feeds. She was at full feeds before the nasty infection came, and everyone seems to think she will have no problems achieving this again. She also had a little poo in her diaper; good sign that things are being processed.
Zoe is back on CPAP, the constant pressure mask that assists her breathing. We watched the transition off the ventilator, and she looked happy and comfortable with the change. We hope she stays on CPAP or progresses to a nasal cannula.
As I have said for the last few weeks, the next week will tell us a lot. We hope she gets to full feeds without problems, excels on CPAP, and does not run into any more roadblocks.
We also started reading to her every night. We hope that she recognizes our voices and is comforted by our presence. So far, she seems relaxed and enjoys the story. There really is very little we can do but wait and be there. Story time helps us and her.
5 comments:
Thanksgivings and prayers. Thanksgivings that Zoe is off the ventilator and gaining weight -- such milestones. Prayers that next week brings much progress, many dirty diapers and wonderful storytimes for you all. With love, Uncle Pat and Pam
Reading is great, she knows your voice and it's so soothing. She will be bi-lingual as she grows knowing you two! Poopy diapers are a good sign. We're looking forward to more progress with this fragile little baby girl Zoe who has overcome so much already and has perservered. Go Zoe!
Roger & Cindy
I'll bring a book for Zoe. My favorite.
Love, Nana
Zoe is lucky to have such wonderful parents. We are counting the days until we get to see her again.
Everyday is a blessing from God. We're just thrilled that everytime we log on lately there's good new to read.
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