Brody is 1 lb 5.5 oz and Cameron is 1 lb 6.5 oz. They have been gaining weight since their feedings were increased to 8cc's (almost 2 tbsp) of breast milk every 4 hours. They are tolerating the milk well in addition to their "Gatorade" or fluids with nutrients and electrolytes they administer. They lost weight after birth as every baby does and now it seems like we are on the upward climb. 2 lbs here we come!!!
Brain Ultrasounds last week and yesterday came back clean as a whistle! Whew!!!!!!!! They will continue to do these once a week for the first month but this is very good so far.
PDA-the ductus arteriosus in the heart should close to allow blood to flow to the lungs to become oxygenated. If it doesn’t, a heart murmur may be heard. A PDA may close on its own or medications or surgery may be used to close it.
Brody's been clear for a PDA so far but his could open at any time. Cameron has had a small PDA that unless is gets bigger (it has not grown in the last 2 echos) they will not treat it. Again, typical of preemies and not a problem unless something changes. Just something to look out for.
We are pooping like champs!
Brody with Brett's wedding ring around his arm
Cameron holding on to mommy's finger
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