Thursday, November 6, 2008 10:52 AM, CST
John had a rough night last night, requiring stimulation to re-start his breathing a few times. Hopefully this is reflux-related, the nurses are monitoring him closely.
Thursday, November 6, 2008 1:23 PM, CST
John has continued with heart rate drops along with low 02 levels. He is able to pull out of the majority on his own. The nurses are keeping a close eye on him. He is back on skin temperature in the isolette just to help him out a little more.
He did great during the noon kangaroo care session with Mommy with only one heart rate drop in over an hour. He continues to gain weight. He is now at a "hefty" 2015g (4lbs 7.1 oz). He looks a lot bigger than any of the other babies in the NICU, we just have to remember that he is still just 33 weeks gestation.
We might start trying bottle feeding as early as this weekend. He may not do so well at first until he gains strength.
Thank you all so much for your continued prayers and support. They make all the difference. If you have a moment, please also elevate a little prayer for John's little roommate (Aiden). He was having a really rough morning today.
Thursday, November 6, 2008 8:06 PM, CST
John is not feeling well this evening. So far the blood tests and x-rays they have run are negative but they suspect necrotizing of the intestines. They have halted feedings, started antibtiotics, put him on an IV and are doing x-rays and labs every 12 hours. Hopefully this will pass in couple of days if they caught it early enough, but for now no food.
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