Luke has been steadily getting a little better each day. He's in a different type of isolette bed now, but that's only because the overhead cover on his old one got stuck. We actually like the new one better though because it's clearer and we can see him better now. He's up to 1 lb and 14 oz and today they increased his MEF feedings that they re-started on Sunday up to 3 ML each. We hope he continues to handle those well because they will help him grow. They've lowered the rate on his ventilator from 44 to 40, which is still on the high side, but a step in the right direction. On Sunday we also talked to the lung specialist who explained that he'll continue to watch Luke closely and hopes to be able to gradually reduce the rate and pressures on Luke's ventialor in the next week or so down to more mid-range levels and then leave him at those levels for around a month or so (depending on how he does) while his continue to heal and grow.
On Tuesday Luke is getting a visit from Santa Claus as well as a full round of tests so he has a busy day. We'll let you know how it all goes.
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I hope all of his tests and his visit with Santa went well today!
ReplyDeleteKeep up the great job Luke. It is the season of miracles. Keep BELIEVING. Love to all of you. Mrs. Lang
ReplyDeleteStacy, John and Luke
ReplyDeleteMy thoughts and prayers have been with you. I called to RSVP to the shower when your Mom told me of the early delivery. I just got a Christmas card from her with the information on your Blog. I have just finished reading your entries and can't believe all that you have been going through...first of all congratulations on a beautiful baby Boy and I love the name Luke. Hanging in their and being strong and knowing that he is getting such good care will be your strength. I will now continue to follow his progress through this wonderful way of communicating..Love and prayers. Nancy Finnerty