Big things are happening here at Riley for Mr. Graham. First off, he has hit 9 pounds! He is tolerating his feeds (65ml/4hrs) very well. He is also latching on during non-nutritive breastfeeding! He'll have a swallow test hopefully this week to see if he remembers how to swallow. We would like to avoid going home on a feeding tube.
Yesterday, we made the move to the Infant Unit. It was an emotional move. Saying good-bye to all the nurses who got Graham and our family through so much for so long was a tearful experience. We're just down the hall from the NICU, but it's much different as far as restrictions. We were lucky to get a private room, and as you can see by the picture of Grandma and Graham, it's pretty cozy. I can spend the night, which is wonderful, but more wakeful, not because Graham is waking up, but because of nurses and doctors coming in at all hours. They take such good care of all of us here, but we're definitely ready to be home with no midnight visitors.
Hopefully, next week we'll have an idea of when we'll be heading back to Eagle Creek Drive. Perhaps just in time for some spring weather to be able to take Graham on much anticipated walks.
Yay!!! We are looking forward to seeing you guys out walking around the neighborhood. See you soon. Mylien and Jim
ReplyDeleteEinfach wunderbar! We are sooo glad to see such beautiful pictures of a happy Graham. We keep all our fingers crossed!! Andrea, Konny und Louis
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ReplyDeleteThis is great! It must be awesome to spend the night and day with your little man! You will be home soon enough:) Look at that baby face! He doesn't look like a newborn anymore....He is turning into a healthy baby boy! Congrats guys!
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Amber Naughton
Congrats you guys! Graham looks great and so happy for his move!! Can't wait to read that he is heading home!! More prayers coming from us:-)
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Oh, my. Those look like some *fancy* digs! A lot nicer than anything we ever got. Then again, it's still the hospital, huh? I'm glad the fancy digs are a sign that home isn't far off!
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That is such wonderful news. What a cutie pie. His cheeks are made for kissing. :) You are still in my thoughts and prayers. Can't wait to come by and see him. Love you! Tam
ReplyDeleteMaybe not home, but much more homey. (And hi to Aunt Susan.) Looking forward to pics from a walk in the sun.
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ReplyDeleteMay you enjoy this new season of life with your precious Graham.
Kelly
There is nothing like finally getting to sleep and then there is Dr. Draus asking you how things are going. Ha Ha This is great and exciting news. I told Dr West that the rule for Drs and nurses should be...if baby is asleep when you arrive, baby must be asleep when you leave. How many patients do you think they could see then??? Keep us posted, and if you need anything Grandma Sue and I will be happy to help you out. Just let us know!
ReplyDeleteThis news is wonderful, and I know how badly you all need and want to be back in your own homes again. Grandma Ryder looks really comfortable in the photo. I'm sure she thinks she is in heaven when she holds him and he coos at her. We are thrilled that everything is continuing to progress so rapidly in the right direction. Blessings to all of you, as I'm sure you know he is a very special little boy. He is truly beautiful!!!!
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Hank and Betty
Katie & Bill so good to read that your little man has been improving everyday and that you are out of the NICU. Can't wait to read that you are going home. Prayers from us to all of you.
ReplyDeleteGraham...so happy for you and your family, but on a selfish note sad for me!! I will miss being able to just walk right next door to check on you! I will miss seeing you smiling face just a few steps away! I am very happy to know you get to spend even more time with your mommy and daddy! They are wonderful people who love you very much! You will also be able to be prepared to go to the ZOO (LOL). Please tell your mommy and daddy to email me (kjgearlds@att.net) and tell me your room number so I can still stop by! Don't forget about us Graham...we love you very much..you are a very special little boy!!
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Chris and Carol Fenimore
So glad things are progressing well! We can't get over how big Graham is getting! Such a cutie! We head down to FL this coming week, but would love to visit when we get back!!! We are long overdue! Hope you guys are doing well. xoxo!!!
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