Over the past week Cohen had bloody stools and was put on antibiotics as a precaution. Sometimes bloody stools can be related to a breakdown of the intestinal wall. Luckily Cohen's x-rays have looked pretty good and just show abnormal gas patterns (like his daddy). He hasn't been able to eat over the past week and has done a pretty good job holding his temper. He should be able to restart feeds tomorrow which will make him much happier. Cohen has also reached 5 pounds; another milestone!
Bryce will be off his antibiotics in 4 more days, ending the two week treatment. Hopefully once both boys are off the meds and doing well they can start to co-bed once again. Bryce started taste through a nipple the past two days. Both days he did very well taking one whole mL each time. Each day we will be able to work with him and see what he can tolerate. Big steps for such a little guy. He is at 3 pounds 12 ounces. Once he hits 2 kilos, roughly 4.5 pounds, he will be ready for his second surgery (the shunt placement). We are very nervous, but excited about this. We want what is best for Bryce and what is going to help him.
We added another slideshow. We put the boys together long enough for a little photo shoot on the 4th of July. Let's just say they weren't very happy... I don't think we have male models on our hands.
Thanks again for the continued love, support and food that has been sent. We appreciate all the prayers!!!
Hey Casey and Matt, Bryce and Cohen,
ReplyDeleteWow you boys have gotten so BIG!!!
I am praying for healing from the infections - yucko. Be good and I will try to come see you soon. And thank you for the book and picture - I love them!!!
Many Blessings,
Nurse Beth
Thanks for the updates...the prayers continue to go UP!
ReplyDeleteLisa Arnold
Casey an Matt,
ReplyDeleteThe boys are getting so big im glad they are doing better, they will kick the infections soon. I am going to stop and see you guys soon since I work over there I can check in alot. If you need anything let me know, im here for you and praying for you guys. See you soon.
-Francine-
Casey, Matt, Bryce and Cohen ... thanks for the slide show. Take care, and I'm thinking about you guys. John L.
ReplyDeleteCasey and Matt your little blessings are beautiful. We continue to pray for them, they are tough little guys. The Croziers
ReplyDeleteCasey and Matt,
ReplyDeleteWhat little miracles you have! There are reaching some big milestones and I can tell such a difference in the pictures you have posted. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Shannon Fitzpatrick
Matt and Casey
ReplyDeleteOMG This is too cute! Wow they have really come a long way. You guys are doing a great job with them and all your questions, comments and concerns are very much appreciated. We'll take it one day at a time. I heart these little stinkers even if they dont like having photo shoots with me :~)
Kourtney RN
I love the video. Give the boys a kiss for their Aunt Megan:)
ReplyDeleteWe love the video!! They have grown so much! We're thinking/praying for you guys daily! We hope to see you soon! We'll take a pic of Lucy in the Born in 2009 shirt and send it your way!! :)
ReplyDeleteLove,
Mandy, Nathan, and Lucy
I don't get on the computer much at home
ReplyDeletebut I check all the time to see about these
precious little boys. This is such a great way to keep everyone informed. I thought about you all at the baby show tonight. Just
think next year Grandma Dawn can put them both in it and have two chances to win!!
Take care and keep up the wonderful parenting job you are doing.
Love
Joyce Brown
Praise the Lord! Those guys are awesome.
ReplyDeleteCameron
Casey and Matt just wanted to let you know we are still here and thinking about you. If we can do any thing just let us know. and take care of those little boys.
ReplyDeletelove maw maw and paw paw wright