A step closer to eating again
July 8, 2008
Since the threat of NEC was first presented, Eli has had an OG tube sucking out his bile and belly juices. Today, Dr. Jadcherla decided to have the suctioning turned off. If Eli’s tummy can handle passing his own secretions, they will start feeding him again soon. Again, he will start off very slowly.
Here are some highlights from the past few days!
This one is my new fave! Daddy is holding him for the first time.
Another of Daddy’s first time holding him
His mouth gets very bubbly!
Kisses from Daddy!
Wrapped up in his “snuggle” as RN Susan calls it.
Daddy and Eli… snoozin’!
With Grandma Jody
A very happy Mommy & Daddy, at our little man’s bedside!
Rita, Grandpa Smith, and Aunt Brianna checking out our little cutie pie
And here is a link to my first time giving him a sponge bath:
| http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=saGmUWxjgaY |
July 10, 2008 at 2:05 am
It was so wonderful to see you and Eli this weekend.I was so happy to get to hold him for the first time.He is so precious. and the weekend went by way to fast .I cann’t wait to see you guys again.I miss you both so much.Well give Eli a kiss for me . love you,Grandma Jody
July 10, 2008 at 7:37 pm
Eli’s mom-
I hope this is not out of line in any way but I am also a mom to a preemie. He is still in the NICU and he to has been diagnosed with NEC, not one but two times. We are still in the ‘wait and see’ mode. I don’t know what exactly I wanted to say to you except that I really hope your little Eli is going to make a full recovery and be home in your arms soon. If you would like to see my Jake here is his blog http://www.jacobfonseca.wordpress.com
Much hope and prayers to your family
Sara
July 11, 2008 at 10:25 am
Watching the video brought tears to my eyes! I love Eli’s little cry – you all have been in my prayers and I’m very excited that he is growing up and getting stronger every day. What wonderful pictures!
With many blessings,
Laura