Saturday, June 30, 2012

Story Time

Emily is reading Little Miss Muffet to me.

Single and loving it.

Sorry it took me so long to post. I was out late last night with the ladies. They tell me I'd better enjoy it while I'm in here because once I get home Mommy will have me on a strict curfew.

Day 136

Good morning Mommy and Daddy! I weigh 4070 grams (8 lb 15.6 oz) today, up 105 grams (3.7 oz) from yesterday's weight. I gained an average of 48.6 grams (1.7 oz) per day over the past 7 days. How about this weight gain? Aren't you proud of me?

I was fed 8 times yesterday and I took 70 ml at each feeding. I received a total amount of 560 ml (18.9 oz) for the day. I took all my milk by tube. My last feeding was at 6 AM and I was given 70 ml by tube. My next feeding should be around 9 AM. I'm so glad you're giving me breastmilk -- it's the best food for me! Since yesterday morning, I pooped once around midnight.

As of 7 AM, I was on a high flow nasal cannula with 40% oxygen.

Aloha Mommy and Daddy. Please come and see me soon.

Love,
John Michael

PS: I love it when you call to talk to my nurse (but she's busy during change of shift, so don't call then).

Friday, June 29, 2012

Day 135

Happy Friday Mommy and Daddy! I weigh 3965 grams (8 lb 11.9 oz) today, down 55 grams (1.9 oz) from yesterday's weight. I gained an average of 62.1 grams (2.2 oz) per day over the past 7 days. I'm gaining so well that the nurses want me to teach some of the other babies how to gain weight.

I was fed 8 times yesterday and I took 70 ml at each feeding. I received a total amount of 560 ml (18.9 oz) for the day. I took all my milk by tube. My last feeding was at 6 AM and I was given 70 ml by tube. My next feeding should be around 9 AM. Thanks for the milk Mommy, it really helps me grow! Since yesterday morning, I pooped 4 times and the last time was around midnight.

As of 6 AM, I was on a high flow nasal cannula with 44% oxygen.

Sayanara Mommy and Daddy. I think I need some pictures around me, so please bring me some.

I'll love you always,
John Michael

PS: Your calls are always welcome (except during change of shift, when my nurses need time to tell each other all about me).

Thursday, June 28, 2012

Day 134

Good morning Mommy and Daddy! I weigh 4020 grams (8 lb 13.8 oz) today, up 110 grams (3.9 oz) from yesterday's weight. I gained an average of 48.6 grams (1.7 oz) per day over the past 7 days. You should be impressed by the way I'm gaining. Everyone is complimenting me for the great job I'm doing.

I was fed 8 times yesterday and I took 70 ml at each feeding. I received a total amount of 560 ml for the day. A fluid oz is about 30 ml so this is about 18.9 oz. I took all my milk by tube. My last feeding was at 6 AM and I was given 70 ml by tube. My next feeding should be around 9 AM. I really appreciate all the breastmilk you are giving me. As the saying goes "Breast is Best"!! Since yesterday morning, I pooped twice and the last time was around 6 PM.

As of 6 AM, I was on a high flow nasal cannula with 45% oxygen.

Au revoir Mommy and Daddy. Please tell me things about our family the next time you visit.

Love, love,
John Michael

PS: My nurse said shes's always happy to talk to you about me.

Wednesday, June 27, 2012

Day 133

Good morning Mommy and Daddy! I weigh 3910 grams (8 lb 9.9 oz) today, up 10 grams (0.4 oz) from yesterday's weight. I gained an average of 54.3 grams (1.9 oz) per day over the past 7 days. You should be impressed by the way I'm gaining. This is just grand!

I was fed 8 times yesterday and I took 70 ml at each feeding. I received a total amount of 560 ml for the day. A fluid oz is about 30 ml so this is about 18.9 oz. I took all my milk by tube. My last feeding was at 6 AM and I was given 70 ml by tube. My next feeding should be around 9 AM. I know it's hard to pump Mom, but please keep working on this -- it really helps me. Since yesterday morning, I pooped twice and the last time was around 3 PM.

As of 6 AM, I was on a high flow nasal cannula with 40% oxygen.

Adios Mommy and Daddy. Bring your favorite book to read to me. I will love hearing that story.

Love you lots,
John Michael

PS: My nurse said shes's always happy to talk to you about me.

Tuesday, June 26, 2012

A few more steps back.

So now my doctor thinks I may have micro aspirations while eating. That means that a tiny bit of my bottle is going down the wrong pipe. Instead of it going into my belly like it should it is sneaking into my lungs. And as you know my lungs don't like this. So to find out if this is the case they are stopping my bottle feedings for 1-2 weeks. Ug, and I was just getting the hang of it. Well at least Mommy understands when they talk to her about it because I just don't get this doctor language.

Day 132

Good morning Mommy and Daddy! I weigh 3900 grams (8 lb 9.6 oz) today, up 60 grams (2.1 oz) from yesterday's weight. I gained an average of 56.4 grams (2.0 oz) per day over the past 7 days. How about this weight gain? Aren't you proud of me?

I was fed 8 times yesterday and I took 70 ml at each feeding. I received a total amount of 560 ml (18.9 oz) for the day. I took all my milk by tube. My last feeding was at 6 AM and I was given 70 ml by tube. My next feeding should be around 9 AM. Thanks for the breastmilk Mommy! I love it! Since yesterday morning, I pooped twice and the last time was around 9 PM.

As of 6 AM, I was on a high flow nasal cannula with 40% oxygen.

Ta-ta for now Mommy and Daddy. Please tell me things about our family the next time you visit.

With all my love,
John Michael

PS: See if my nurse can put me on the phone next time you call :)

Monday, June 25, 2012

Day 131

Good morning Mommy and Daddy! I weigh 3840 grams (8 lb 7.4 oz) today, up 80 grams (2.8 oz) from yesterday's weight. I gained an average of 47.9 grams (1.7 oz) per day over the past 7 days. My nurse gave me a gold star for my weight gain.

I was fed 8 times yesterday and I took 70 ml at each feeding. I received a total amount of 560 ml (18.9 oz) for the day. I took all my milk by tube. My last feeding was at 6 AM and I was given 70 ml by tube. My next feeding should be around 9 AM. Thank you so much for giving me breastmilk, Mommy. It really helps me! I haven't pooped since yesterday morning, and the last time I went was around noon on 6/23. My nurse says it's no big deal if I don't poop every day.

As of 6 AM, I was on a high flow nasal cannula with 40% oxygen.

Sayanara Mommy and Daddy. Keep a picture of me with you so that we can be "together" until I get home. It will make us both feel better!

Loving you always,
John Michael

Sunday, June 24, 2012

Day 130

Good morning Mommy and Daddy! I weigh 3760 grams (8 lb 4.6 oz) today, up 30 grams (1.1 oz) from yesterday's weight. I gained an average of 45.7 grams (1.6 oz) per day over the past 7 days. You should be impressed by the way I'm gaining. Everyone is complimenting me for the great job I'm doing.

I was fed 8 times yesterday and I took 70 ml at each feeding. I received a total amount of 560 ml for the day. A fluid oz is about 30 ml so this is about 18.9 oz. I nipple fed 11% of my intake. My last feeding was at 6 AM and I was given 70 ml by tube. My next feeding should be around 9 AM. Keep the breastmilk coming -- all those wonderful nutrients are so good for me. Since yesterday morning, I pooped once around noon.

As of 6 AM, I was on a high flow nasal cannula with 35% oxygen.

Ta-ta for now Mommy and Daddy. I need some kisses, so visit me soon.

xoxoxo,
John Michael

One step forward two steps back.

It seams that after my remarkable strides with my bottles and moving to wall oxygen I've taken a few steps back. I'm having a hard time breathing again. They had to take me off the wall oxygen and put me on something more powerful. No bottles for me since it's too hard to breathe now. The doctor is talking about starting yet another round of steroids tomorrow. When will my breathing problems end?

Saturday, June 23, 2012

Day 129

Good morning Mommy and Daddy! I weigh 3730 grams (8 lb 3.6 oz) today, up 70 grams (2.5 oz) from yesterday's weight. I gained an average of 41.4 grams (1.5 oz) per day over the past 7 days. You should be impressed by the way I'm gaining. This is just grand!

I was fed 8 times yesterday and I took 65-70 ml at each feeding. I also nursed once. I received a total amount of 545 ml (18.4 oz) for the day. Aside from breastfeeding, I nipple fed 50% of my intake. My last feeding was at 6 AM and I was given 70 ml by tube. My next feeding should be around 9 AM. I'm so glad you're giving me breastmilk -- it's the best food for me! Since yesterday morning, I pooped once around 5 PM.

As of 6 AM, I was on a nasal cannula with 100% oxygen.

So long Mommy and Daddy. My nurses and doctors are taking great care of me, but it's your voice I know and love, so please come soon!

Love you so much,
John Michael

PS: Your calls are always welcome (except during change of shift, when my nurses need time to tell each other all about me).

Friday, June 22, 2012

Day 128

Happy Friday Mommy and Daddy! I weigh 3660 grams (8 lb 1.1 oz) today, up 75 grams (2.6 oz) from yesterday's weight. I gained an average of 42.9 grams (1.5 oz) per day over the past 7 days. You should be impressed by the way I'm gaining. This is just grand!

I was fed 8 times yesterday and I took 65 ml at each feeding. I also nursed once. I received a total amount of 520 ml for the day. A fluid oz is about 30 ml so this is about 17.6 oz. Aside from breastfeeding, I nipple fed 45% of my intake. My last feeding was at 6 AM and I was given 65 ml by tube. My next feeding should be around 9 AM. Thanks for the breastmilk, Mommy. You're the only one who can help me in such a special way. I can feel myself growing!! Since yesterday morning, I pooped once around 6 PM.

As of 6 AM, I was on a nasal cannula with 100% oxygen.

See you later Mommy and Daddy. Hope to see you soon!

I'll love you always,
John Michael

PS: I took my entire bottle at 3AM with a slow flow nipple!!!!! Have a great two weeks :)

Thursday, June 21, 2012

8 lbs

New record tonight. I hit 8 lbs. Everyone is so proud of me.

Day 127

Good morning Mommy and Daddy! I weigh 3585 grams (7 lb 14.5 oz) today, up 15 grams (0.5 oz) from yesterday's weight. I gained an average of 51.4 grams (1.8 oz) per day over the past 7 days. How about this weight gain? Aren't you proud of me?

I was fed 8 times yesterday and I took 65 ml at each feeding. I received a total amount of 520 ml (17.6 oz) for the day. I nipple fed 22% of my intake. My last feeding was at 6 AM and I was given 65 ml by tube. My next feeding should be around 9 AM. Keep the breastmilk coming -- all those wonderful nutrients are so good for me. Since yesterday morning, I pooped once around 6 AM.

As of 6 AM, I was on a nasal cannula with 100% oxygen.

Ta-ta Mommy and Daddy. My nurses and doctors are taking great care of me, but it's your voice I know and love, so please come soon!

Hugs and kisses,
John Michael

PS: At 3am I took 50ml by mouth and 15ml by tube! My nurse said the slow-flow nipple was maybe a little too slow for that particular feeding, and switched to a yellow nipple half way through. I also got nice new tapes on my face last night. The room cooled down nicely last night and my temperature was very stable at 36.5C. :)

Wednesday, June 20, 2012

It's hot in this joint!

We lost power today. Now I don't want to hear any of you complain about the heat. It was over 80 degrees in here. My heart rate was going up and I was breathing really fast. They had to strip me down. Can someone please call the HVAC guy?

Day 126

Good morning Mommy and Daddy! I weigh 3570 grams (7 lb 13.9 oz) today, up 50 grams (1.8 oz) from yesterday's weight. I gained an average of 60.7 grams (2.1 oz) per day over the past 7 days. You should be impressed by the way I'm gaining. Everyone is complimenting me for the great job I'm doing.

I was fed 8 times yesterday and I took 56-65 ml at each feeding. I received a total amount of 511 ml (17.3 oz) for the day. I nipple fed 41% of my intake. My last feeding was at 6 AM and I was given 65 ml by tube. My next feeding should be around 9 AM. Keep up the good work Mom -- I really appreciate that great breastmilk! Since yesterday morning, I pooped 3 times and the last time was around 9 PM.

As of 6 AM, I was on a nasal cannula with 100% oxygen.

So long Mommy and Daddy. Keep a picture of me with you so that we can be "together" until I get home. It will make us both feel better!

Lots of love,
John Michael

PS: I took my entire bottle at 3am in 30 minutes!!!!!

Tuesday, June 19, 2012

Mommy's chunk.

I am mommy's chunk. I'm getting so fat. I just sucked down another bottle for her. She knows all of the good tricks to get me to eat.

Day 125

Good morning Mommy and Daddy! I weigh 3520 grams (7 lb 12.2 oz) today, up 75 grams (2.6 oz) from yesterday's weight. I gained an average of 52.1 grams (1.8 oz) per day over the past 7 days. I'm gaining so well that the nurses want me to teach some of the other babies how to gain weight.

I was fed 8 times yesterday and I took 60-65 ml at each feeding. I received a total amount of 515 ml (17.4 oz) for the day. I nipple fed 35% of my intake. My last feeding was at 6 AM and I was given 60 ml by tube. My next feeding should be around 9 AM. I know it's hard to pump Mom, but please keep working on this -- it really helps me. Since yesterday morning, I pooped 3 times and the last time was around 3 PM.

As of 6 AM, I was on a nasal cannula with 100% oxygen.

Bye-bye Mommy and Daddy. I am looking forward to your loving touch.

Lots of hugs,
John Michael

PS: My nurse told me to remind you to call anytime you want.

Monday, June 18, 2012

Day 124

Good morning Mommy and Daddy! I weigh 3445 grams (7 lb 9.5 oz) today, up 20 grams (0.7 oz) from yesterday's weight. I gained an average of 63.6 grams (2.2 oz) per day over the past 7 days. I'm gaining so well that the nurses want me to teach some of the other babies how to gain weight.

I was fed 8 times yesterday and I took 65 ml at each feeding. I received a total amount of 520 ml (17.6 oz) for the day. I nipple fed 43% of my intake. My last feeding was at 6 AM and I was given 65 ml by tube. My next feeding should be around 9 AM. Mommy, you should be proud of yourself for pumping breastmilk for me -- it's just great! Since yesterday morning, I pooped 4 times and the last time was around 9 PM.

Adieu Mommy and Daddy. I love the way your voice calms me.

Lots of kisses,
John Michael

PS: Your calls are always welcome (except during change of shift, when my nurses need time to tell each other all about me).

Sunday, June 17, 2012

Happy Father's Day!

Happy Father's Day Daddy! Isn't this your best Father's Day yet? Now you have 2 beautiful children to share it with.

Happy Father's Day to Poppy and PaPa and all of you other dads out there.

Here are some of my favorite times with daddy!

Day 123

Happy Father's Day Mommy and Daddy! I weigh 3425 grams (7 lb 8.8 oz) today, up 15 grams (0.5 oz) from yesterday's weight. I gained an average of 63.6 grams (2.2 oz) per day over the past 7 days. I'm gaining so well that I'm going to be busting out of here pretty soon!

I was fed 8 times yesterday and I took 65 ml at each feeding. I received a total amount of 520 ml (17.6 oz) for the day. I nipple fed 37% of my intake. My last feeding was at 6 AM and I was given 65 ml by tube. My next feeding should be around 9 AM. Thank you so much for giving me breastmilk, Mommy. It really helps me! Since yesterday morning, I pooped once around 6 PM.

Ciao Mommy and Daddy. I know that you enjoy our visits as much as I do, so please come back soon.

Lots of hugs,
John Michael

PS: I love when my nurse tells me you called to talk to her. She says you should call anytime (except when she gives her report during shift change).

Saturday, June 16, 2012

Happy Birthday to me!

Well look at that, another month has gone by. I am 4 months old today! Let me try to remember what I have done this month. I hit 5, 6, and now 7 pounds. I'm the only one who gains weight this well. Watch out I'll be 8 pounds in another week. I was hanging out naked yesterday showing off my rolls. This is the only place where you can be proud of fat. No diets welcome here.

Who needs a doctor because I fixed my hernia all by myself? I also started taking full bottles. I left the vapotherm behind and I'm now on straight up wall oxygen. (That's why it says 100% oxygen.) Now I just have to work on cutting down on the flow and taking all of my bottles.

I'm working on breaking myself out before month 5!

Day 122

Good morning Mommy and Daddy! I weigh 3410 grams (7 lb 8.3 oz) today, up 40 grams (1.4 oz) from yesterday's weight. I gained an average of 60.7 grams (2.1 oz) per day over the past 7 days. How about this weight gain? Aren't you proud of me?

I'm 4 months old today! For my birthday, please give me an extra hug.

I was fed 8 times yesterday and I took 65 ml at each feeding. I received a total amount of 520 ml (17.6 oz) for the day. I nipple fed 47% of my intake. My last feeding was at 6 AM and I was given 65 ml by tube. My next feeding should be around 9 AM. I know it's hard to pump Mom, but please keep working on this -- it really helps me. Since yesterday morning, I pooped once around 3 PM.

As of 6 AM, I was on a nasal cannula with 100% oxygen.

So long Mommy and Daddy. I love the way you smell when you visit.

A million kisses,
John Michael

PS: You know you can call anytime, don't you?

Friday, June 15, 2012

Day 121

Happy Friday Mommy and Daddy! I weigh 3370 grams (7 lb 6.9 oz) today, up 85 grams (3.0 oz) from yesterday's weight. I gained an average of 57.1 grams (2.0 oz) per day over the past 7 days. You should be impressed by the way I'm gaining. Everyone is complimenting me for the great job I'm doing.

I was fed 8 times yesterday and I took 60-65 ml at each feeding. I received a total amount of 510 ml for the day. A fluid oz is about 30 ml so this is about 17.2 oz. I nipple fed 46% of my intake. My last feeding was at 6 AM and I was given 65 ml by tube. My next feeding should be around 9 AM. Thank you so much for giving me breastmilk, Mommy. It really helps me! Since yesterday morning, I pooped 3 times and the last time was around 6 AM.

As of 6 AM, I was on a nasal cannula with 100% oxygen.

See you soon Mommy and Daddy. Come visit me soon. I love when you hold my hand and talk to me.

Lots of kisses,
John Michael

PS: See if my nurse can put me on the phone next time you call :)

Thursday, June 14, 2012

Day 120

Good morning Mommy and Daddy! I weigh 3285 grams (7 lb 3.9 oz) today, up 75 grams (2.6 oz) from yesterday's weight. I gained an average of 50.7 grams (1.8 oz) per day over the past 7 days. How about this weight gain? Aren't you proud of me?

I was fed 8 times yesterday and I took 60 ml at each feeding. I received a total amount of 480 ml (16.2 oz) for the day. I nipple fed 38% of my intake. My last feeding was at 6 AM and I was given 60 ml by tube. My next feeding should be around 9 AM. Keep up the good work Mom -- I really appreciate that great breastmilk! Since yesterday morning, I pooped twice and the last time was around noon.

As of 6 AM, I was on a nasal cannula with 100% oxygen.

Ciao Mommy and Daddy. The nurses can see how happy I am when you visit.

With all my heart,
John Michael

PS: I took 35 ml by bottle at 3am, and took the rest by tube!

Wednesday, June 13, 2012

Day 119

Good morning Mommy and Daddy! I weigh 3210 grams (7 lb 1.2 oz) today, up 115 grams (4.1 oz) from yesterday's weight. I gained an average of 43.6 grams (1.5 oz) per day over the past 7 days. How about this weight gain? Aren't you proud of me?

I was fed 7 times yesterday and I took 60 ml at each feeding. I received a total amount of 420 ml (14.2 oz) for the day. I nipple fed 31% of my intake. My last feeding was at 6 AM and I was given 60 ml by tube. My next feeding should be around 9 AM. Thanks for the breastmilk, Mommy. You're the only one who can help me in such a special way. I can feel myself growing!! Since yesterday morning, I pooped twice and the last time was around 3 AM.

As of 6 AM, I was on a nasal cannula with 100% oxygen.

Goodbye Mommy and Daddy. I love the way you smell when you visit.

Hugs,
John Michael

PS: I took my entire bottle at 3AM (in only 20 minutes!), and my nurse was so proud of me!!!!!

Tuesday, June 12, 2012

Got milk?

Got milk? Cause I'm all out. I just finished my first bottle tonight and it was for mommy. 60 cc by mouth which is the equivalent of 2 oz. Want proof? Here's a picture of the empty bottle.

Who needs surgery?

When you can heal yourself. After 6 doctors and one surgeon looked at me this afternoon they said I healed on my own. Surgery will not happen today. It of course would have been better if they decided this before they put the IV back in my arm.

Miracles never stop with me.

Day 118

Good morning Mommy and Daddy! I weigh 3095 grams (6 lb 13.2 oz) today, up 15 grams (0.5 oz) from yesterday's weight. I gained an average of 42.9 grams (1.5 oz) per day over the past 7 days. I'm gaining so well that I'm going to be busting out of here pretty soon!

I was fed 7 times yesterday and I took 60 ml at each feeding. I received a total amount of 420 ml for the day. A fluid oz is about 30 ml so this is about 14.2 oz. I nipple fed 4% of my intake. My last feeding was at 3 AM and I was given 60 ml by tube. My next feeding should be around 6 AM-7 AM. Thanks for the breastmilk, Mommy. You're the only one who can help me in such a special way. I can feel myself growing!! Since yesterday morning, I pooped twice and the last time was around 3 PM.

So long Mommy and Daddy. Please tell the family that I love them very much and can't wait until they visit me.

With all my heart,
John Michael

I'm going under

They will be putting me under this afternoon for my hernia surgery. They're running a two for one special today on hernias and man parts. Apparently it's a good deal. That's why my surgery it's until the afternoon. Once they give me back I'm phone I'll let you know how I did. Just keep me in your thoughts and prayers today.

Monday, June 11, 2012

Day 117

Good morning Mommy and Daddy! I weigh 3080 grams (6 lb 12.6 oz) today, up 100 grams (3.5 oz) from yesterday's weight. I gained an average of 41.4 grams (1.5 oz) per day over the past 7 days. My nurse gave me a gold star for my weight gain.

I was fed 8 times yesterday and I took 60 ml at each feeding. I received a total amount of 480 ml (16.2 oz) for the day. I nipple fed 11% of my intake. My last feeding was at 6 AM and I was given 60 ml by tube. My next feeding should be around 9 AM. Keep the breastmilk coming -- all those wonderful nutrients are so good for me. Since yesterday morning, I pooped twice and the last time was around 3 PM.

As of 6 AM, I was on a nasal cannula with 100% oxygen and 0.3 liters!!

Ta-ta Mommy and Daddy. Keep a picture of me with you so that we can be "together" until I get home. It will make us both feel better!

With all my heart,
John Michael

PS: Your calls are always welcome (except during change of shift, when my nurses need time to tell each other all about me).

Sunday, June 10, 2012

Mommy's Shower

I am not sure if it still should be Mommy's shower if the presents are for me. But her shower is today and if you are there please give me a shoot out on the comments below. I would like to know who was there since I can not be there.

Day 116

Good morning Mommy and Daddy! I weigh 2980 grams (6 lb 9.1 oz) today, up 15 grams (0.5 oz) from yesterday's weight. I gained an average of 50.7 grams (1.8 oz) per day over the past 7 days. I'm gaining so well that the nurses want me to teach some of the other babies how to gain weight.

I was fed 8 times yesterday and I took 60 ml at each feeding. I received a total amount of 480 ml (16.2 oz) for the day. I nipple fed 10% of my intake. My last feeding was at 6 AM and I was given 60 ml by tube. My next feeding should be around 9 AM. I'm so glad you're giving me breastmilk -- it's the best food for me! Since yesterday morning, I pooped twice and the last time was around 6 AM.

As of 6 AM, I was on a nasal cannula with 100% oxygen, 1/2 liter flow.

Adios Mommy and Daddy. My nurses and doctors are taking great care of me, but it's your voice I know and love, so please come soon!

Hugs and kisses,
John Michael

PS: My nurse is so proud of me!!! I took 45ml by bottle at 3AM!!!!!!!

Saturday, June 9, 2012

Day 115

Good morning Mommy and Daddy! I weigh 2965 grams (6 lb 8.6 oz) today, up 20 grams (0.7 oz) from yesterday's weight. I gained an average of 51.4 grams (1.8 oz) per day over the past 7 days. How about this weight gain? Aren't you proud of me?

I was fed 8 times yesterday and I took 55-60 ml at each feeding. I received a total amount of 475 ml (16.1 oz) for the day. I nipple fed 2% of my intake. My last feeding was at 6 AM and I was given 60 ml by tube. My next feeding should be around 9 AM. Thanks for the breastmilk, Mommy. You're the only one who can help me in such a special way. I can feel myself growing!! Since yesterday morning, I pooped once around 6 PM.

As of 5 AM, I was on a nasal cannula with 100% oxygen.

Tootle-oo Mommy and Daddy. I am looking forward to your loving touch.

Hugs,
John Michael

Friday, June 8, 2012

Day 114

Happy Friday Mommy and Daddy! I weigh 2945 grams (6 lb 7.9 oz) today, up 60 grams (2.1 oz) from yesterday's weight. I gained an average of 45.7 grams (1.6 oz) per day over the past 7 days. How about this weight gain? Aren't you proud of me?

I was fed 8 times yesterday and I took 55-60 ml at each feeding. I received a total amount of 455 ml for the day. A fluid oz is about 30 ml so this is about 15.4 oz. I nipple fed 0% of my intake. My last feeding was at 6 AM and I was given 60 ml by tube. My next feeding should be around 9 AM. Thanks for the breastmilk Mommy! I love it! Since yesterday morning, I pooped once around 3 AM.

As of 6 AM, I was on a high flow nasal cannula with 30% oxygen.

So long Mommy and Daddy. I love the way you smell when you visit.

XOXO,
John Michael

Thursday, June 7, 2012

Mommy's work shower

Mommy showed me pictures today from her shower at work. Thank you all for the nice clothes. Mommy you'd better start washing all of the clothes before I outgrow them.

Day 113

Good morning Mommy and Daddy! I weigh 2885 grams (6 lb 5.8 oz) today, up 30 grams (1.1 oz) from yesterday's weight. I gained an average of 40.7 grams (1.4 oz) per day over the past 7 days. You should be impressed by the way I'm gaining. This is just grand!

I was fed 8 times yesterday and I took 55 ml at each feeding. I received a total amount of 440 ml (14.9 oz) for the day. I nipple fed 14% of my intake. My last feeding was at 6 AM and I was given 55 ml by tube. My next feeding should be around 9 AM. Keep the breastmilk coming -- all those wonderful nutrients are so good for me. Since yesterday morning, I pooped once around 6 PM.

As of 6 AM, I was on a high flow nasal cannula with 25% oxygen.

Goodbye Mommy and Daddy. Come visit me soon.

Loving you always,
John Michael

Wednesday, June 6, 2012

We won!

Mommy and me won the kangaroo care contest. Daddy said we were a shoe in since 3 in 4 cards were ours. They told mommy everyone was pulling for us. Me and mommy make a great team! Check out our basket.

Day 112

Good morning Mommy and Daddy! I weigh 2855 grams (6 lb 4.7 oz) today, up 65 grams (2.3 oz) from yesterday's weight. I gained an average of 45.0 grams (1.6 oz) per day over the past 7 days. You should be impressed by the way I'm gaining. Everyone is complimenting me for the great job I'm doing.

I was fed 8 times yesterday and I took 55 ml at each feeding. I received a total amount of 440 ml (14.9 oz) for the day. I nipple fed 3% of my intake. My last feeding was at 6 AM and I was given 55 ml by tube. My next feeding should be around 9 AM. Mommy, you should be proud of yourself for pumping breastmilk for me -- it's just great! Since yesterday morning, I pooped 3 times and the last time was around 6 PM.

As of 6 AM, I was on a high flow nasal cannula with 25% oxygen.

Adieu Mommy and Daddy. I need some kisses, so visit me soon.

With all my heart,
John Michael

Tuesday, June 5, 2012

I am done with the oxygen.

Mommy, don't worry I just decided that my belly is best. And when I'm on my belly I'd like to try and breath on my own. Look at me no oxygen and I'm not destating! Aren't you proud? It was just for 1/2 until I was back on my back again. But it's a start towards getting off all together. I'm like a turtle, I like my belly.

Day 111

Good morning Mommy and Daddy! I weigh 2790 grams (6 lb 2.4 oz) today, up 10 grams (0.4 oz) from yesterday's weight. I gained an average of 47.9 grams (1.7 oz) per day over the past 7 days. I'm gaining so well that the nurses want me to teach some of the other babies how to gain weight.

I was fed 8 times yesterday and I took 55 ml at each feeding. I received a total amount of 440 ml for the day. A fluid oz is about 30 ml so this is about 14.9 oz. I nipple fed 15% of my intake. My last feeding was at 6 AM and I was given 55 ml by tube. My next feeding should be around 9 AM. I know it's a lot of work Mom, but keep on pumping! I'm worth every drop! Since yesterday morning, I pooped once around 3 PM.

As of 6 AM, I was on a high flow nasal cannula with 25% oxygen.

Cheerio Mommy and Daddy. I know that you enjoy our visits as much as I do, so please come back soon.

A million hugs,
John Michael

PS: You know you can call anytime, don't you?

Monday, June 4, 2012

Day110

Good morning Mommy and Daddy! I weigh 2780 grams (6 lb 2.1 oz) today, up 90 grams (3.2 oz) from yesterday's weight. I gained an average of 28.6 grams (1.0 oz) per day over the past 7 days. I'm getting bigger and bigger day by day. Pretty soon I'll need some new clothes. Be sure to get me some good looking stuff!

I was fed 8 times yesterday and I took 55 ml at each feeding. I received a total amount of 440 ml (14.9 oz) for the day. I took all my milk by tube. My last feeding was at 6 AM and I was given 55 ml by tube. My next feeding should be around 9 AM. Keep the breastmilk coming -- all those wonderful nutrients are so good for me. Since yesterday morning, I pooped once around midnight.

As of 6 AM, I was on a high flow nasal cannula with 26% oxygen.

Aloha Mommy and Daddy. I think I need some pictures around me, so please bring me some.

With all my heart,
John Michael

PS: Just because I'm sending you this e-mail doesn't mean I don't want you to call.

Saturday, June 2, 2012

Day 108

Good afternoon Mommy and Daddy! I weigh 2610 grams (5 lb 12.1 oz) today, up 25 grams (0.9 oz) from yesterday's weight. I gained an average of 20.7 grams (0.7 oz) per day over the past 7 days. Look at me! I'm growing right in front of your eyes!

I was fed 8 times yesterday and I took 55 ml at each feeding. I received a total amount of 440 ml (14.9 oz) for the day. I nipple fed 3% of my intake. My last feeding was at 6 AM and I was given 55 ml by tube. My next feeding should be around 9 AM. Thank you so much for giving me breastmilk, Mommy. It really helps me! Since yesterday morning, I pooped twice and the last time was around 6 PM.

As of noon, I was on a high flow nasal cannula with 26% oxygen.

See you soon Mommy and Daddy. Bring your favorite book to read to me. I will love hearing that story.

XOXO,
John Michael

PS: Call anytime you want -- my nurse and I love to hear from you.

Friday, June 1, 2012

Day 107

Happy Friday Mommy and Daddy! I weigh 2585 grams (5 lb 11.2 oz) today, up 20 grams (0.7 oz) from yesterday's weight. I gained an average of 25.0 grams (0.9 oz) per day over the past 7 days. Aren't you proud of the way I'm gaining weight!

I was fed 8 times yesterday and I took 55 ml at each feeding. I received a total amount of 440 ml (14.9 oz) for the day. I nipple fed 7% of my intake. My last feeding was at 6 AM and I was given 55 ml by tube. My next feeding should be around 9 AM. Thanks for the breastmilk, Mommy. You're the only one who can help me in such a special way. I can feel myself growing!!

As of 6 AM, I was on a high flow nasal cannula with 32% oxygen.

Bye-bye Mommy and Daddy. Come visit me soon. I love when you hold my hand and talk to me.

XOXO,
John Michael

PS: Guess what?! I drank 30cc for Jaime at midnight.. aren't you proud of me?! & No throwing up! :)