Elliott is now 5w1d old (36w2d gestational age). We started practicing bottle/breastfeeding last week and he's starting to make progress. His feeds are currently at 34ml/3h and so far he's been able to tolerate a 20ml bottle. he needs to be able to tolerate all feeds by bottle or breast in order to be discharged so we're getting there.
Another requirement is that he needs to hold his own temp. In order to do that, he needed to get transferred out of his isolette and that happened today! see pic:
He's been steadily gaining weight and is now 4lbs2.3oz! A far cry from the 2lbs7oz he was when he was born.
We still have a little to go but wanted to share some of his progress. We're hoping he comes home soon but taking it day by day.
Baby Elliott (technically) due 6.13.2015 but born via c-section on 4.12.2015 at 31w1d after 31d of hospital arrest (think house arrest) for monitoring.
That's so great! He's getting so close to doubling his birth weight which is amazing. It sounds like he's coming around to feeding, and I'm sure he'll be big and strong, and ready for home in no time. Keep the updates coming!
What a wonderful update! I'm so glad your little guy is gaining weight and holding temp It's only a matter of time now before hes eating like a champ and home with you - FINALLY! Hopefully you're feeling good and recovering well G!
Go, Elliott, go!! Glad to hear your little dude is making good progress and bulking up a bit! He is such a strong little guy already, just like his mama. Continued T&Ps that he continues to thrive and grow!!
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