After spiking a fever last week, being on antibiotics, and trying to do without IV fluids for nutrition, JW lost a little bit of weight going from 4lbs. 4oz. down to 3lbs. 15 oz. However, they really aren't too concerned with this and feel he will quickly gain back what he lost. He will need to gain about another 2 lbs. and they will begin trying to bottle feed him. When he has gained enough weight, is sustaining it, and is drinking from a bottle then they will consider letting him come home. Right now it is looking like it will be at least another 1-2 months, so somewhere around the end of this year he should make it home from the hospital. Also, he has been moved to a different crib which is actually a good sign...they only move babies who are doing well.
I will be going with Allie to San Antonio next week, so more news and photos when we get back!
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I am so glad you are blogging. Sunni found your site and called me. It is amazing that JW was one oz bigger than JoLee was when she was born so long ago. This brings back many memories. I am so glad that Allie can hold and change JW since it makes it so much better for Mother and baby. You all are in our prayers. Let us know if we can help in any way.
The Jones family
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