Saturday, March 30, 2013

Great news about Holden Elijah!

Todd just called the NICU to get an update on Holden. I am headed up there this afternoon, but we wanted to check on him before I got there. We spoke with his nurse Maggie and were filled with joy at the report she gave us.

  • Holden's breathing is stronger. He is even beginning to breathe over the ventilator at times.
  • They will now only be testing his glucose once every 12 hours. It had been more often that that.
  • They no longer need to weigh his diapers. I think that means that he is peeing well and regularly.
  • The best news is that they are going to begin giving him milk - though it is still through a feeding tube. His first feeding will be today at 1:30. We thought they wouldn't begin to feed him till Monday or Tuesday at the earliest. 
I am going to be there for his first feeding. I can't wait!
So glad we can share this great news about our son.
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  1. shelleyMarch 30, 2013 at 12:43 PM

    Bronwyn, I am so overwhelmed with thankfulness that Holden is doing great! I am praying for your family, and of course sweet Holden, as you navigate through this experience. I am praying for strength, peace, and healing for you all.

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  2. UnknownMarch 30, 2013 at 1:26 PM

    Wonderful news!!

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  3. MarytheKayMarch 30, 2013 at 5:23 PM

    Oh Bronwyn, this is such happy happy happy news!!! Just makes me smile! :-). Praying fervently for that sweet boy!

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