Home Sweet Home (For Now)

Some of you may be wondering what does little Lucas do all day long in the NICU. During our visit today I thought I would document a few of the areas that he frequents. In general Lucas is doing fabulous, he is breathing well, got to move to the feed and grow section of the NICU, no longer has an IV and is taking his feedings pretty well. He is back up to his birth weight but because he is so small they have to progress very slowly with his feedings as to not upset his little stomach. 

 This is wear Lucas spends about 22 hours a day. It is his own personal Isolette complete with heart rate monitor, blood pressure cuff and oxygen saturation readings. He has a few small storage bins for his diapers, beanies and other various supplies. We have tried to tell him to enjoy the storage space because he may have more here than he will at home! The isolette helps block out all the noise so he can direct all of his energy to growing. They say he likes his new home and rarely cries. Mom and dad like how quiet it is in this side of the NICU, but it is pretty difficult to change diapers in an isolette!

 This is the rolling recliner that Mom and Dad get to sit in when they snuggle the baby. It is very comfortable and plus as you can see from the picture.

I love this picture of Lucas and Ashley! I think it is easier to appreciate the size of his hands and head when you see them next to Ash's petite hands. He always looks so peaceful and at home when he is with his Mom, probably due to the fact that he still should be inside of her belly! We are so grateful that he is doing so well and look forward to the day when we can take him home whenever that may be!