Two Chins and Counting

Gus went back on the CPAP today - not really unexpected but we had really hoped he would make it on the cannula this time. His x-ray showed white (fluid) mainly in his right lung. His "Lasix" diuretic should help clear that up and get him ready for another shot at the cannula. He was doing so well on the CPAP today, resting and getting ready for next time...

Here is Gus getting settled in for skin-to-skin holding with Jill. "Shhh, shhh, shhh, shhh" she says as Gus calms himself after the transition out of his isolette.

Who would have thought a three pound baby could have so many chins?!? Gus is surely filling out and looks huge compared to our new friends' baby - Kenyon. Rest assured Kenyon, you will be this "big" soon!

Gus wanted to show off some of his "Gus Gear" for you all today. Remember the profits from sales of Gus Gear go toward the March of Dimes so thanks for all of your purchases so far!

Gus lost 15 grams, about .6 oz, today due to fluid loss from the diuretic. This is OK though - we want the fluid to clear out of his lungs so he can have another go at the cannula in a few days.

Many Blessings,
Gregg, Jill and Gus