--We apologize for the "pause" in posting. We got some much needed rest.
--Daniel is doing well. He was taken off the nasal cannula and put on CPAP on Tuesday because he was struggling with breathing. It is very rare for a preemie to go from being on a vent to being on a nasal cannula. Daniel gave it his best shot.
--CPAP (continuous postive airway pressure) delievers pressurized air to the baby's lungs and assists the baby with breathing but does not breathe for the baby. Daniel is breathing on his own.
--Daniel has started "eating". Daniel is being fed one teaspoon every 3 hours through a feeding tube that has been placed down his throat. This is not his only source of his nutrients, he is receiving nutrients and lipids (fats) through his IV as well.
--Daniel gained 3 ounces. His current weight is 2 pounds, 3 ounces.
Friday, June 30, 2006
Chillin' on CPAP
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1 comments:
So glad to read about Daniel:) I have been looking everyday....and keeping you ALL in my prayers!! Sounds like he is doing great! Daniel's Nanny told me about the "Lion's Den", what a special way to think ...right in God's hands!!
Love you!
Amanda Smotherman
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