2 Good Days in a Row!

We had another great day with Jackson.  I have been told many times that life in the NICU is full of ups and downs...but I am celebrating the ups for the second day in a row.  He is continuing to show us how strong and resilient he is.  They are continuing to bump up his feedings.  Tonight he went from 18 ml to 20 ml!  He weighs 3lbs 6 oz, getting closer to his birth weight!  His nasal cannula is still working well, and still is room air-no oxygen support.  The nurse said that they may take it out in a couple of days and see how he does without it.  If he gets too many brady or dsat alarms, they will put it back in.  He had a few bradys today, but was able to get out of them himself. 

 I got to hold him for an hour today!!!! 



Our little tree frog.



His skin color looks better!  Bilirubin levels are looking good-he just might get to turn off his light tomorrow.  I sure hope so!  Then we can hold him for more than just once a day.

Jackson is just chillin with his legs propped up and his cool shades on.



   This evening he pooped all on his own.  All of his last poops have been with the help of a glycerin suppository.  Daddy changed most diapers today, but guess who got stuck with the poopy one-yup, his mommy of course!  Nick and I took an infant CPR class at the hospital today, which is one of many things we have to accomplish before Jackson can come home.  But, hey, we got one thing checked off the list! 

Baba (my mom) brought food again for us...she's been a lifesaver with feeding us and taking care of our house, running errands, etc.  Thanks Mama!  I love you!

Finally, today is Jackson's Aunt Kate's birthday.  He wanted me to wish his Aunt Kate a very happy birthday!!!  He loves his Auntie!



Love one proud mama