EASIER DAY

Phew! Today is much calmer in Special Care! Yesterday, there was so much going on when I was there. Ava was getting all of her procedures taken care of and getting back on her meds. And, there were a set of twins that were admitted that were both getting sterile procedures done. There were docs, NPs, and nurses EVERYWHERE! Today, things were quiet! Ava has been getting her aminophylline doses and is doing SO much better. She clearly needed the medication! The NP talked to me about it this morning. Typically, they increase the dose as babies get bigger. Starting next week, we will probably try to stop increasing the dose as she gains weight and gradually she will just grow out of it. Hopefully by then she will be ready for it. She gained 25 grams from yesterday and is only 5 grams shy of 3 lbs 14 ounces. Her weight gain is right on track and we are so close to 4 lbs!! We had another spa day today as well. I did most of her bath by myself with a little assistance from the nurse. She was awake the whole time and enjoyed every minute of it!