We were fortunate to see Doc on Friday. We actually had a follow-up to Simon’s ear infection, but took the opportunity to go over some progresses we’ve had with Simon and his feeding difficulties. Doc was quite impressed and even witnessed Simon eating while there. After assessing his weight, the number of days, Simon’s activity level and calorie consumption; we’ve been cleared to not go to Denver for a week – at least for now.
Simon was down to 16 pounds 13 ounces and has gained an average of 1/2 an ounce for 23 days. The gain is enough to keep him chugging along at home. We are continuing on with therapy and will utilize our SLP and OT greatly when time comes to reintroduce solids. Until that time, we are going to cruise with bottle feeding.
I also want to state that we’ve had an amazing success with an added item in Simon’s life. Through a series of happenings, we have acquired a Tucker Sling and bless that wedge each and every day. It’s made an enormous difference in Simon’s sleep habits and comfort. To Terry – THANK YOU!
Until later this week,
God Bless!
Stumble It!
Mysti and Rob,
Wow, Simon is getting so big and doing so well. Congrats on a job well done. He would not be this far along without your love and constant vigilance. Some would say you live in such a remote area to get good quality medical care, but they’re wrong. Several young couples I know have had babies who weighed what Simon did, and they didn’t make it. It’s been heartbreaking for them, and there are so many doctors and well-respected hospitals out here. It appears your experiences and logging them on this site have helped others, and it is so important to have a good solid support group. I applaud your perseverance in keeping all of us informed even though I know you have your hands full with two small children. Hang in there. It will all be so worth it. When will you celebrate his first birthday?
Always in my thoughts and prayers.
Yvonne (Nana Michele’s big sister)
Life is definitely crazy in our household. Both Rob and I are working; opposite hours but a fair portion of my work is done at home. Rob is taking 12 credit hours this summer and Jaden will be going to the Kindergarten jump-start program five days a week from mid-June to mid-July. We are planning on celebrating Simon’s first birthday towards the end of July, beginning of August; pending other celebration arrangements! We’ll round out the summer with both Rob and Jaden back in school the last week of August.