Days 25 & 26 - November 6-7, 2013

We don't have too much new to report over the past couple of days but things are stable so that is a good thing.  Logan is still on the nasal cannula and at level 7, his oxygen levels have been a bit inconsistent so they haven't been able to drop him down yet.  We are hoping they will try something tomorrow as it has now been a week at the same level and we need to get down to 2 before we can try the bottle and eventually get him home.  Fingers crossed we will make some movement. 

The opthamologist came back on Tuesday and gave us good news that he was very happy with the way that Logan's eye was progressing.  I believe that we can even tell the difference since he is keeping both eyes open more often and they are more evenly open as well.  He is also packing on the ounces, he is now up to 4lbs 12.5oz and will be weighed again tonight so hopefully we should be hitting 5 pounds soon!!

On a positive side, we have been able to do a lot more with Logan while we are there visiting him.  Everyday I get to change at least one diaper (who thought a mom would be so excited about that) and put on a new outfit for him.  We have also been allowed to hold him during a feeding which gives me about an hour and a half plus with my little man every day.  It takes him a little while to get adjusted but once he does it is so great just snuggling up with him and getting to hold him for so long.  I told the nurses I would sit there with him all day if they let me but unfortunately they haven't let me do that yet... Here are some pics from the past 2 days...

 One more day down and one day closer to him coming home!

Loving my Mommy / Logan bonding time!
Logan has some company in his new bed!

Such a good cuddler!
No more pictures Mom!!
Mmm, that hand is so yummy!

Comments

  1. UnknownNovember 7, 2013 at 4:23 PM

    Love the monkey suit! Can't wait to see the monster one! :-) Glad you're getting some snuggle time! Remember you need to share with Chris, too!

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  2. ValNovember 7, 2013 at 6:39 PM

    So happy to hear about Logan's stability and progress! Isn't snuggle time the BEST??

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  3. KaraNovember 7, 2013 at 7:25 PM

    These picture make me SOOOO happy. Seeing you with him is the best - I can only imagine how good it actually feels. Love that he has a picture of momma and daddy in his bed - perfect!

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