Today Parker made us so proud!! He was pulled off the C-PAP machine this morning. The doctors decided to give "room air," or just plain normal air a shot, and see how he reacted to the change. So basically, Parker is breathing in the air that you and I breathe everyday. I have never been happier to not live in Los Angeles (you know, the smog).
He is doing so well now. He has been breathing normally (without the C-PAP) since 7:00am this morning. He has reacted extremely well to this. I am not going to say that I am not worried sick about him, but I am feeling 100% better about the situation. This little guy is amazing!! He has done a complete 180 degree turn in the last 48 hours or so.
In addition to the breathing, he had his first meal today. So, if you notice in the pictures from today, you will see that he still has the small diameter tube in his mouth. That tube goes down to his stomach. It has only been used to this point to remove any air that he has swallowed. He needs that to make room in his torso to allow for his lungs to expand.
He is doing so well now. He has been breathing normally (without the C-PAP) since 7:00am this morning. He has reacted extremely well to this. I am not going to say that I am not worried sick about him, but I am feeling 100% better about the situation. This little guy is amazing!! He has done a complete 180 degree turn in the last 48 hours or so.
In addition to the breathing, he had his first meal today. So, if you notice in the pictures from today, you will see that he still has the small diameter tube in his mouth. That tube goes down to his stomach. It has only been used to this point to remove any air that he has swallowed. He needs that to make room in his torso to allow for his lungs to expand.
However, today the tube was used to give him the meals. At this point he has had 4 meals. The first two were all formula. The third contained a teaspoon of colostrum. It is important to get that colostrum into his tummy because it contains lots of anti-bodies, which will greatly strengthen his immune system. The fourth meal was 100% colostrum. Sarah is progressing right on schedule with her breast pumping, and I am so proud of her. If she isn't the best, smartest, and most compassionate mom ever, then she is tied for first.
Also, Sarah got to hold Parker at noon today for a whole hour. This was only the second time that she held him (besides the 30 to 45 seconds after he was born). She had a great time holding him. She is taking to motherhood like she has done it before. I also got to hold him today. In fact, I just got back to the room from holding him for 1 1/2 hours. I think he pooped while held him. I have never cheered someone for pooping (until now of course).
The Chaplain, David Sifferman, came to visit us today. He was very nice and offered to say a prayer with us. We all stood around Parker. David put his hands on all of us and said a beautiful prayer. After the prayer he made the cross on Parker's forehead saying "in the name of the Father, Son, and the Holy Spirit." I told David the reason behind Parker's name. For those of you that don't know the reason or don't know the magnitude of it here you go. Parker's Great Grandfather John Parker (aka Jack Parker) passed away on November 30th. Parker John Salcedo was conceived that day. It is truly a miracle. This whole thing has humbled me to the extreme.
The Facts Are:
1. Parker is cute and he may have to model to help pay this hospital bill.
2. He is breathing normally on his own without ANY assistance.
3. He is eating. To be specific, he is getting breast milk.
Thank you to all of you. We feel an overwhelming support. Your prayers have helped. We ask that you continue to pray and keep him in your thoughts. He definitely feels the power of God and we are truly seeing the affects of prayer!!!
Also, Sarah got to hold Parker at noon today for a whole hour. This was only the second time that she held him (besides the 30 to 45 seconds after he was born). She had a great time holding him. She is taking to motherhood like she has done it before. I also got to hold him today. In fact, I just got back to the room from holding him for 1 1/2 hours. I think he pooped while held him. I have never cheered someone for pooping (until now of course).
The Chaplain, David Sifferman, came to visit us today. He was very nice and offered to say a prayer with us. We all stood around Parker. David put his hands on all of us and said a beautiful prayer. After the prayer he made the cross on Parker's forehead saying "in the name of the Father, Son, and the Holy Spirit." I told David the reason behind Parker's name. For those of you that don't know the reason or don't know the magnitude of it here you go. Parker's Great Grandfather John Parker (aka Jack Parker) passed away on November 30th. Parker John Salcedo was conceived that day. It is truly a miracle. This whole thing has humbled me to the extreme.
The Facts Are:
1. Parker is cute and he may have to model to help pay this hospital bill.
2. He is breathing normally on his own without ANY assistance.
3. He is eating. To be specific, he is getting breast milk.
Thank you to all of you. We feel an overwhelming support. Your prayers have helped. We ask that you continue to pray and keep him in your thoughts. He definitely feels the power of God and we are truly seeing the affects of prayer!!!
Another quick update: Sarah just got back from his 12:00am feeding. She changed his diaper (and he did poop, I was right!) and he was wide awake just watching her the whole time. They also weighed Parker and he now weighs 5lbs 15oz, this is good and normal that he is losing a little bit of weight. Now that he is feeding they have changed his care times to 3 - 6 - 9 -12 am and pm. We are looking forward to another eventful day tomorrow!
2 comments:
Good job Parker,I knew you could do it.God will help you to get stronger everyday.Prayer's and love-Aunt Kathy
We are so happy Parker that you are going better. You have to be the cutest baby I have ever seen and I see one or two brand new ones every day. But just look at his parents!! We know where he gets it from. We have been praying couple times a day for you all and it looks like God is listening. We love you all so much especially our beautiful Godson. We love you Parker and can't wait to see you. Keep Up The Good Work.
Love-Bri and Jerad
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