Rounding second...

Our little slugger has done remarkably well since coming home from the hospital. The first week we were playing catch up. His feeds were slow and painful. He often would take up to an hour to finish a 60ml bottle. And whatever he didn't finish, I would syringe into his little mouth.  It was like feeding a baby bird, drop by drop. He ended up spilling as much as he was swallowing. Luckily it all paid off and he is now stronger and more alert and takes his bottle like a pro. The feeds are down to 20 mins and he takes anywhere from 60-100ml at a time. Our nurse came by the house the other day for a weight. Happy to report he is now 6lbs 8oz! A gain of nearly 200g over the week. It is safe to say that we've rounded second base. Next hurdle is the oxygen. I think he is so much stronger now, I'm not sure if he even needs it anymore. We will have follow up in 2 weeks and fingers crossed, we can lose it.

Lennox is a dream baby that sleeps well and rarely cries. He squirms and squeaks to cue for his next meal:). He is starting to look like he's trying to smile and follows your face and voice. So darn cute, my heart aches:). We love you Li'l man!