Nina's doctor said she is ready to move downstairs to the "step down" unit! He said she meets all the criteria for moving to the transition unit. She has very few alarms, she is gaining weight, and has no IVs!
Nina gained another 30 grams yesterday and is now 2 pounds 13 ounces, a whole ounce above her birth weight. She will be moving down to the "step down" unit tonight or tomorrow morning.
We still don't know how much longer Nina will be in the hospital, but it will probably be at least another 5-6 weeks. Nina has to learn how to breast and bottle feed before she can go home.
Daddy went back to New York to work yesterday. Nina misses him and his hairy chest very much!
Mommy is now pulling double duty, holding Nina for about 4 hours a day. (it's okay, Mommy loves to hold her!)
Tomorrow we will post pics of her new place!
How beautiful! You can tell being showered with love agrees with her-- she's already filling out enough that her personality is beginning to shine through. We are rooting for her down here in Philly. It won't be long before she's big and strong and running around making noise!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations baby girl! Way to grow!!
ReplyDeletei bet she will be 3 pounds by monday!!!! we had jedd and michelle over for dinner last night! they said your mom was there and your dad would be there soon! ya'll have a blast and have a great time together! jedd and michelle had so many wonderful things to say about your new family!! i love and miss you!
ReplyDeleteWow! Its amazing to follow her on this Blog. I cant wait to see you! I will be booking my ticket soon. Love you!
ReplyDeleteThat's great news guys! She's looking awesome. She'll be a heavy-weight yet. Congrats on the progress.
ReplyDeleteyou both look wonderful... she is getting so much stronger. it is amazing to see her blossom! You two did a good job with her... she is amazing!
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