Saturday, September 09, 2006

Gus Goes Wireless

Gus visited the pulmonologist on Friday and was released from wearing the apnea monitor! What an exciting and terrifying time. We remember all the times from Gus' early days when he would stop breathing and turn blue - needing to be resuscitated by the nurses.

We have been assured however, that Gus is over the "apnea of prematurity" stage of life and we have nothing to worry about. In fact, Gus did just fine Friday night. He was able to sleep without being strapped down in his crib and seemed to have a great time spinning around!

More smiling Gus pictures. He really does love to laugh and play - what fun!
Gus in his swing. Jill took this timed exposure of him in the baby swing. He likes to go side to side and when he is really tired it is one of the best places for him to take a nap.

In just one week Gus has gained another 1/2 pound. He was 11lb 8oz at the doctors yesterday. We don't have to go back to the pulmonologist for another 2 months and that will probably be our last visit to him as long as all is well. We were barely home 2 hours and the company that provided the apnea monitor called to schedule a pick-up next week. What a great feeling. We think Gus is just perfect and we are so blessed that he has made such great progress. Thanks for all your prayers and encouragement.

Smiling (but sleepy),
Gregg, Jill and Gus

6 comments:

Anonymous said...

What a cutie you are, can't wait till we come and see you in Oct. So Grandpa and Grandma can spoil you some more. Love you
Grandma and Grandpa Brekke

Anonymous said...

Way to go Gus!

Lots of hugs and kisses!

KArin

Anonymous said...

Congratulations on "going wireless". How far you've come!

Anonymous said...

What wonderful news!!!!!!

Glad to hear things are progressing so well!

Love,
The Shavers

Anonymous said...

Gus! You look great! Are you giving those lungs some exercise in this football season? Roll tide!
Anne

Anonymous said...

Bet Gus is keeping his daddy really busy in that we haven't heard anything about Gus on here for awhile. Hope all is well in Gus's house and that many blessings are happening everyday!!