Yay for both of our little ones having a fat day!! They are BOTH 2 pounds 9 ounces today! We could barely believe that little David is not so little anymore compared to his once much bigger sister. Mary Louise gained 41 grams today and David gained 60. Of course he is not burning quite as many calories as he still has vent support and is not moved quite as much. He has been started on the human milk fortifier and microlipids. The concoction seems to be working for him. Mary Louise continues to maintain her oxygen saturation while on room air (21% oxygen) at 1 liter. We are very excited about her progress there.
I haven't spoken to the doctor yet to see what his thoughts are on David's weight and the possibility of trying to extubate him again. Of course we don't want to try anything prematurely.
To recap...Mary Louise was born at 1 pound 6 ounces and is now 2 pounds 9 ounces. David was born at 14 ounces and is now 2 pounds 9 ounces. That deserves a WOWEE!
We hope and pray that their progress continues on in a positive direction as we truly enjoy this moment.
Love,
Heather
P.S. I once again forgot that darn camera in the NICU - I need to put a bell on it or something! I'll get it this afternoon or tomorrow - more photos coming - I promise!
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Wow what amazing progress they are making! David didn't waste anytime catching up with Mary Louise. The sibling rivalry has already begun. Hey as long as they are battling for first place in weight it is ok right? God Bless! Keep it up LeBlanc Babies!
ReplyDeleteOh WOW!!! So exciting about the Fat Day!! Keep going in the right direction sweet Mary Louise and David!!What a blessing! With love and hugs.
ReplyDeletethat deserves a great big YIPEE!!!!
ReplyDeletehow wonderful to celebrate these big accomplishments! am partying with you :)
blessings
heather harper
They must just love their mummy's milk! Yea you. I can't believe how well they seem to be coming on so quickly. Hope to see it continue...
ReplyDeleteAMAZING!
ReplyDeleteAnd all too soon they'll be wearing little clothes with velcro since you can't press on them for snaps...
Congrats on 2 "chunky monkeys"
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A fat day indeed! Sending love to all four of you, Susan
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