7/12/06 Holding Burke for the first time...


YES!!!! As the neonatologist expressed the news to Chris that she could hold her presious baby for the first time, the look on her face said it all. Now that Burke had a day of breathing on his own and the chest tube was removed, the doctors and nurses felt that Burke was strong enough and ready to be held. We have waited for this moment since June 26 at 3:21 pm. Burke took well to the holding and laid comfortablly on Chris's chest and drooled a little on her shirt. Did this bother Chris, oh no, this was just fine for Chris. This may have been the most content I've seen Chris and baby Burke since this whole ordeal started! Progress continues to keep steady with Burke including his feedings which he is receiving mom's milk at 1 ml an hour. This will increase daily as Burke takes well to the milk. The plan with the feedings is that Burke will go up to 11 ml and not require his IV anymore. He'll need the oxygen in his nose for a little while longer. He's been sucking strong on his binky which shows us that he's very capable of feeding and swallowing...
Lots of praises today...we are so encouraged!

Comments

Anonymous said…
chris,
I'm so glad to see you and nate holding burke. Nate is right, you look so happy and at peace in that photo. Our prayers have been answered.
8:47 PM
Anonymous said…
Oh, that gets me teary eyed seeing you hold your son for the first time! I had to wait over a day to hold Dawson and I thought that was a long time!! So happy for you guys and for Burke's progress. We'll keep praying!
8:27 AM
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