Friday, March 17, 2006

Toughest baby in the NICU!

He may not pull sleds filled with cinder blocks or stack truck tires over phone poles, but our Mighty Magnus sure can do some amazing things. For instance, today he pulled his respirator line partially out of his throat and caused a stir with his nurses! For some reason he wasn't getting enough oxygen... Once his nurse figured it out they re-inserted a "big-boy" tube and taped it in a little stronger. Magnus ver Magnusson watch out!

Grandma Nancy had some good time with Gus today as well - he knows the touch of those who love him. Thank you Grandma for all the help this week!

After nurse Susie and Gus had a long talk, he settled in for a little sleeping. Here he is resting comfortably in the first clothing he has worn - a little onesie with trucks on it. He rested his hands behind his head and slept away...

Today Gus was removed from his morphine and his feedings were increased. He is now getting 2ml (1/2 tsp) of mom's milk every three hours and his hands-on care has been switched from every three hours to six. Less fussing means more resting and a bit more stability for Gus.

Thank you for your prayers and blog comments,
Gregg, Jill and Gus

4 comments:

Anonymous said...

Yeah Gus - so glad to see the portion of mom's milk is increasing. Such a big boy in your own clothes! Can't wait to see the updates on his increasing weight!

Anonymous said...

I can't thank you enough for sharing daily updates. I also can't wait until the time comes when I will get to meet Gus. As always you are all in my thoughs and prayers. Blessings, Pam L.

Anonymous said...

Go Gus!! He looks so cute in the onesie! You'll have to save that in a scrapbook...his first shirt!! Glad to hear things are going well.

Anonymous said...

so good to see photos of growing gus. he changes each day, it's just amazing. he is adorable. we love you all very much.
mary elsa