Noah's Journey Day 3

Snuggling with Mommy

Kangaroo Care

Today was another day of firsts for Noah. His heart rate has stayed constant and oxygenation levels are staying constant. Blood pressures are also staying within normal limits. The massive weight gain from a day ago has decreased, as the majority of that gain was fluid that has been lost deep in the recesses of the diapers. Feeding has hit a small snag. Digestion has not caught on as well as we would like, however the bowels are moving and Noah had his first "messy" diaper. Fear not friends I have the picture! The milk production is in full swing and right now Katie is staying  ahead of Noah and his demand for food. When we saw Noah at lunch, the nurse took out the IV in the umbilical region. During the 5pm care time we were given a real treat. With the umbilical IV now out of Noah, we were allowed to hold him for the first time since birth. Katie was able to participate in "Kangaroo care" where mother and baby are skin to skin. This is an amazing experience. Noah and Katie both fell asleep during this activity and looked at peace. Tomorrow is a new day and there are many challenges for Noah to master.