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Nearly half a million babies (1 in 10) are born premature in the US each year which is higher than that of most other developed nations. This is the journeys of our first born son, Finnegan, who was born 14 weeks early and weighed only 1 pound 15 ounces at birth. Of our daugher, Korrigan, who was born a healthy 7 pounds, 7 ounces at 37 weeks. And of our second son, MacKeegan, who was also born at 37 weeks at a whopping 8 pounds, 13 ounces. Our continued adventures reminds us daily how good God is.

Wednesday, January 7

News from the NICU

Finn's doctor called this morning at about 10:00 am to let us know that he is doing "excellent". At about 1:00 am this morning, they took the ventilator off and replaced it with a CPAP, a breathing tool used for apnea which is a common condition for pre-term babies. The doctor said that Finn is tolerating it very well thus far but they will continue to monitor him closely. Within an hour or so, we will be going over to the NICU with our parents to visit Finn; if we learn anymore at that time I'll post another update.

Finally, we are weighing whether or not to go home yet today (Stacy only of course not Finn). The nurse stated that if Stacy feels well enough she could probably be discharged today. If anyone was planning on visiting later this afternoon or during the evening please check with me first to ensure we are still going to be here. You can call my cell phone or try our room at the hospital directly at (612) 863-2604.

Before I go here is a picture of Finn - find more pictures at the link to the right titled "Our Pictures".

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3 comments:

kborn said...

How wonderful! I'm sure you'll get to know the commute to ANW well.
How is he eating?

January 7, 2009 at 11:08 AM
Anonymous said...

Thank you for the continual updates; love that little boy already, and we are so happy to hear how well he is doing. He has the strength of his mommy and daddy, that is for sure!

Just wanted to let you know that Jamie Sundwall asked via Facebook that I send along the following message: "I know she and I didn't stay in touch, but please tell Stacy that I'm thinking good thoughts for the new baby." So many good thoughts comin' your way!

Love, Rebecca

January 7, 2009 at 12:01 PM
Anonymous said...

Congratulations! We will keep all of you in our thoughts and prayers. What a beautiful little boy.

Joe and Mary Rebarchik (Katie's parents)

January 7, 2009 at 1:27 PM

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