Today, Lauren is 30 weeks gestation, which is another big milestone for her. It feels nice to be done with the '20s'. We are happy to report that Lauren continues to improve, and that we have found some much needed rest.
Her doctors have rapidly increased her feedings, and she is now up to 13ccs every two hours. They are still 'pushing' her feeds, meaning that they trickle them into her stomach via a feeding tube. It seems to be doing the job, as she gained a whopping 74 grams today, which is about 2.5 ounces. Her digestive system seems to be working just fine. They will continue on this path of increasing her feedings as long as she can handle it until she is up to full feedings. Once she can handle full feedings, they will pull out her last remaining IV, and she will be one step closer to a full term baby.
It sounds a bit funny, but I don't have any 'bad' news to report. She is doing very well (knock on wood), and the nurses even dressed her up for her 30 week birthday today.
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Happy 30's sweet little Lauren! Good to hear you're all getting some much needed rest.
-Lor
Welcome to your 30's Lauren! Keep gaining those grams, way to go!
Love,
AM
Yea - 30 weeks and almost 3 lbs!!! Can't ask for more than that! We just love these great reports. She'll be in her new home before you know it!
30 weeks and going strong... way to go little one! I love how you continue to update everyone, it helps us to zero in our prayers!
It's so wonderful to hear all this good news lately. Keep growing strong, Miss Lauren!
Hugs,
Diane
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