Friday, April 25, 2008

7 weeks and 1 pound later . . .

Yes, Toby is now seven weeks old and has officially reached the 2 lb 13 oz mark, one full pound above his birth weight. He has been gaining weight rapidly this week, esp. when compared to the week following surgery. We are praying that he quickly gains the strength he needs to breathe on his own so he can get off the vent and on to the next stage.

I have picked up a virus someplace and am not able to help in his care, temporarily. Respiratory infections are very dangerous for preemies, so as difficult as it is, I am not able to be in the NICU. Please pray that I recover quickly and also that I did not pass it on to Toby before I knew I had it. I am going to make my first trip home today and try to get a few things done there.

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