Well today Isaac has moved to a room with a view. In a way it's a promotion. Not that we ever doubted that he would get better. It just means he's progressed to a point where he doesn't need to be where he was. He now weighs a whopping 3lbs. 14oz and nursing like a champ. He took to it right away and was soooo happy when he was all done! It is so nice to have that cpap off of him. I know I've said it before, but it truly makes a difference when T and I can see his face and kiss him on his precious head.
Got to hold him for a bit today. He was so relaxed that his heart rate dropped a few times (a.k.a. "brady"). If it falls below 130 beats per minute an alarm will go off alerting the nurses. It only takes a few pats on the butt or rubbing the back or scratching the head. Really anything to stimulate him so he gets back up to 150-185bpm. Feels so right holding him.
The hardest part for me right now is not having him home. T and I usually split time with him. I'll come after work early in the afternoon then go home. T will then come after work around 4:30pm. This means Arianna and I are by ourselves for dinner without our fearless Captain Meals (a.k.a. Mommy) leading the way...ARRRRRRRGH! In all honesty it will be such a relief when he comes home.
Thank you once again for allowing us to share our hearts with you. Your friendship and prayers mean everything to us.
In His loving arms, Papa Ivy.
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