NICU update!

ling_ling83

I'm sure I'm not the only one whose LO is grabby. He has pulled out his feeding tube at least 4 times that I'm aware of. Today he has one of my favorite nurses caring for him and when I went in to see him a few hours ago he was tube free! She told me he pulled it out this morning and they decided to try on demand feeding and see how it goes. He had had two full bottles since they had started. I can't remember the last time when it was scheduled feedings I'd heard he did two full bottles in a row. He was passed out while I was there so I only stayed for an hour and half. He was still asleep when I left. Going to see him again later this evening. So happy!

 

jennifer1w

That is awesome! Very good news.

Cst2CstBride

Such great news.  My little girl is a grabber too.  Now she only has her NG tube left, so she tries to get it.  Now that it is in her nose it is harder to pull out and she's only done it once?so far.  She's also grabbed my lip, necklace and hair.

Good thoughts that he keeps feeding well! 

thishappyhouse

thats great.  sometimes they just let you know when they are ready!

DrRx

Yay! That's great news!

ling_ling83

Cst2CstBride:

Such great news.  My little girl is a grabber too.  Now she only has her NG tube left, so she tries to get it.  Now that it is in her nose it is harder to pull out and she's only done it once?so far.  She's also grabbed my lip, necklace and hair.

Good thoughts that he keeps feeding well! 

Haha being in his nose never stopped him, he had so much tape on his face and cheek to keep him from pulling it out easily. I hope for much success with your LO as well!