Good news - Kaitlyn was transported back to Sparrow Hospital this morning! She had been doing well over the last couple of days with the breast milk feedings, so the decision was made to go ahead and return her to Sparrow. They continue to watch her belly, but there no longer seems to be a concern about NEC. Kaitlyn's levels dropped a bit once she reached Sparrow, but they adjusted settings and stabilized her. She will be kept in an isolation room for a period of time until they are confident that no germs were transported back with her, but Mom and Dad will be able to visit her wearing gowns and gloves (until she is moved from isolation). The spot next to Madison is still occupied, but the NICU staff indicated they would try to free up a spot so that Kaitlyn can eventually move into the same room with Madison. Latest report on Kaitlyn's weight was 1 lb. 9 oz.
Madison also got some good news today (in addition to her sister returning) - she has been taken off the oscillating ventilator and put back on a regular one. This means she will be able to resume breast milk feedings. Since she had been given medication to help close her PDA valve, Madison had some slow down of her kidney functioning and apparently has been retaining some fluid. Latest report on her weight was 2 lb. 1 oz., but this is expected to drop some more as the diretic medication helps move fluid through her.
Mommy and Daddy are finally back together and able to visit both of their girls under one roof.
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I am praying for the little ones every night and for jamie and keri too. i hope to see jamie and keri at the mass wednesday. love you,aunt pat
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