February 10th – February 19th
Today is Dylan’s 6 week birthday and he is doing amazing. The doctors say that he is already trying to escape the incubator by rolling around and every so often he pulls the nasal prongs out and thinks that he can breathe completely on his own (which he does). I think he got his stubbornness from both his mom and dad.
The progress that he has made in the last three weeks is remarkable, from removal of all arterial and interveneous lines, to removal of the oxygen mask and almost all medications, to the almost doubling in size from 1lb 10oz to 3lbs 1 oz.
It is truly a miracle!! Dylan’s will to live is beyond our wildest hopes and dreams. He looks and feels like a real baby now! We thought Andrew was small at 6 pounds but now I can't even imagine what Dylan is going to look like at 6 pounds because he seems so big at 3 pounds! (What a change in perspective)
Brandi has been spending more time with Dylan lately as he is stable enough to be held for longer periods of time. We are also very optimistic that he will be able to come home in early April.
Hi Brandi and Gary!
ReplyDeleteI'm so very happy to hear Dylan is doing so well!! Isn't it amazing the strength and desire these little ones have to live? My girls, by far, are my little heroes and they have taught me more about life, than anyone else.
I've been praying for both of you and Dylan. Keep the faith and keep sending positive energy to little Dylan!
Leyla Lara