Our big little guy gained another 23 grams and now weighs over 3 lbs 6 oz. The car seat we bought is not going to go to waste. Demetri passed his car seat study. He enjoyed it so much that his nurse let him sleep in it until his next feeding, an hour and half later. He also had an eye exam today and both eyes are "mature", meaning that they are normal. He did really well with his bottles last night, taking 3 full ones. But he did kind of tucker out today and only took 2 bottles today.
The speech therapist came in this evening to re-evaluate him. After a 2 hour visit and almost a full bottle we have a new best friend. Seriously though, she said that the problems that he is having with his feedings are due to his small mouth. She feels that his motor skills are great and that as he grows he will gain the strength and size that he needs to bottle and breast feed. She suggest a particular bottle for us to try for when he comes home. She also had a wealth of other information that was very helpful.
We are still on track for coming home on Friday. We are just trying to get the house rearranged and get the supplies that we will need. Today we had our monitor training, which showed us how to use the apnea monitor. His pediatrician also came by to see him today, as she will be taking over his care.
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How exciting!! Glad to hear that everything continues to go well and that he is going home. I know that it will make it easier for you and Eleni with Demetri home, not to mention nice to have your son home! So excited for you and good luck.....love you. Derek, Shannon and Lily
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