Bigger and better . . .

rooms. That's what Toby and I both have. I am back at Ronald McDonald House and they have given me a much larger room this time. I very much appreciated the other room, but this one is a definite step up. Tobias also changed rooms. He had been in a semi-private, but has now been moved to the best in the house. Literally. He is in a private room which is designed to be used for parents to stay and practice 24 hour care before taking their baby home. So it is quite roomy, nicely furnished, and even has a private bath. We are both definitely being treated well.

Today, Toby started a new treatment for his lungs. He had continued to have set-backs the past few days: high oxygen needs, poor blood gasses, fluid retention, etc. He has now begun a week long course of steroids with the goal of weaning him at least down to a lesser dependence on the vent. The doctor did not sound hopeful that he would reach the ultimate goal of getting off it this week, though he did say it does happen with some babies. He also listed quite a few potential side effects. I will be praying for the maximum benefit and minimum harm. Otherwise, he continues to do well with his feedings and growth. The fluid retention makes it difficult to know exactly how much he has gained, but it is fairly certain that he is now past the 3 pound mark. He looks pretty good to me; I am GLAD to see him again.