We got word that Tekla will move out of the ICU tonight into the special care nursery. We are nervous, even though we knew she was doing to well to remain in ICU. She has received such excellent care we hate to see her change. They reassured us they are putting her in the "penthouse" room... the bed with the nicest view. If only her little eyes worked well enough to enjoy the view!
She now weighs 2 pounds 4.3 ozs. She has lost quite a bit of weight since birth, but has slowed down the amount she is losing. It is common for all babies to loose weight after birth so we aren't to alarmed, we are just ready for her to start going up consistently.
She is tolerating her feedings through her tube very well. In fact they are going to stop her IV feedings tonight.
Talk is continuing about the possibility of transferring her to Children's hospital near our home. While it will be great for us we are torn because she has been getting such good care here.
8 comments:
Bless her little heart...she's such a fighter. It's hard to believe it was one week ago today we were admitted, unknowingly awaiting her delivery. So much has happened over the past week, thank god she is doing so well. She's such a little miracle!! Love you guys. :)
We are so glad to read about the progress that Tekla is making. She sure is showing a lot of spunk! We continue to send positive thoughts that way, and keep our fingers crossed. Big hugs!!
She is so sweet! Thanks for the picture!
I can't tell who she most looks like, but she is adorable!!!
I got a little choked up when I first saw the photo. Y'all are really blessed.
-Anon E. Moose from Bham
Congrats guys on your beautiful addition. I am very happy to read that Tekla is doing so well. Our four were born at 29w1d at Sutter and were there for about 2 months. I don't know how I could help from the other side of the country, but if you need a 'been there done that' person... I am available via SMO email. I will say that after 3 NICU's... they are not all equally as good. Sutter was the best of the three I was in, staff wise anyway. Hang in there and get plenty of rest now while other's can watch over your little bundle of joy! - Deborah (Kakaji)
I am so happy that your strong, little fighter is doing so well. I hope things continue to improve as they have been and you can be a family in your home soon.
Hey! Just thought to look at the updates on the blog after realizing I hadn't done it in a few days. Glad to see that Tekla is doing well. I will pray that her move to the new unit will be a positive one and that she will continue to thrive. Hopefully her weight has stablized now and she will begin to slowly increase. Babies are such blessings. I just pray that you guys will have the strength to continue this journey. Tekla is blessed to have such loving dads.
Hang in there and holler if there is anything I can do from afar (BHM).
Love ya!
SOM
Here through SMO. Such good news! Sounds like you, too, are dealing with a "best possible case" preemie. Thoughts and prayers are with you all.
What a little fighter you have! Many congrats on Tekla being moved from ICU!!! I am so happy for you new daddies. She is simply beautiful. Tekla is such a blessing and a little miracle. Continuning to keep you all in thought and prayer! Much love ~ Jennifer (OhioSurroMom on SMO)
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