I just talked with Finn's doctor. More good news! They are extubating him within the hour, which means he will be off the ventilator and back on the CPAP! His levels were at 14 (remember, Jim said they had to be at 15 or lower) and his oxygen levels were in the low 30's, which is fairly good. They considered putting him directly on the high-flow nasal cannula, but thought a transition with the CPAP would be better for Finn (guess we can't get too greedy!).
The doctor said his fluid levels are good as well. He wet through his diaper over night and had to have all of his bedding changed! What a good boy. And she will be increasing his feeding levels during the day today, since he is tolerating the breast milk so well.
All good news! His doctor also said he was "spunky" today, which means he is back to his little rascal self! We are headed up to the hospital this afternoon (I have to pump first of course!). We will update if anything changes. I took this picture yesterday (1/23). Shows what a little rascal he is...I titled it "I can't hear you!" (there are more new pictures on our picture website, link on the right)
Thank you to everyone for your wonderful comments (and emails). They keep us going!
3 comments:
YAY!! I am so glad he's doing so well! I also just have to say, that is my new favorite picture ever! he is so cute! This kid already has attitude to boot! :)
Much love!
Sash
i think that might be the most precious picture i've seen of him so far. Except for the one of you two togther.
Love you and contuing to pray.
So...i don't know if anyone has told you yet but...my nephew is so adorable! oh man this picture put a huge smile on my face. he isn't anything like his parents is he? lol. I can't wait to see him monday!!! and everyone else too. love you all-Auntie Nae Nae-
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