Nicholas Update

nittycola · January 2015

I can't believe it but baby Nicholas is 2 weeks old today! He's up to 2lb 2oz! He got his PICC (IV) line out yesterday, which is amazing. He's breathing 21% oxygen, which is what we all breathe but he still has his CPAP to give pressure into his little lungs. For food, he's getting 14mL's of breast milk every 3 hours. I've been pumping like a lunatic, which is no picnic. We had a scare earlier in the week. He had a high white blood cell count (turned out to be stress related), they thought he had a heart murmur ( he doesn't), and they thought one of his heart valves was open (it wasn't). I cried a lot that day, but I'm overjoyed that everything was negative. I still change his diaper and take his temperature when I'm there and I got to help give him a bath the other night. We also get to snuggle everyday for a couple of hours. It's absolutely amazing. All in all he's doing great.

I'm still a little emotional and I have to go back to work Tuesday, which I'm dreading. But it's what I need to do in order to take my maternity leave when Nicholas gets out of the hospital. Sometimes I feel very alone. My husband is handling this all very different than me and doesn't understand when I get upset. I blame myself for all of this. I know I shouldn't but that's easier said than done. Also, most people never have to experience NICU life. Going home every day without your baby is the most gut wrenching thing. I know one day we'll have him home with us but as of right now I can't fathom it.

I just want to give a quick thank you to all of you for all of the love, support and prayers. This is one of the hardest things I've ever gone through and it's great that I can share the good moments and vent about the awful ones. I can't wait for all your little ones to join the world, in 3 months.

SarahCColorado29 · January 2015

Continued T & P for your little one! So happy he is thriving!

crazychickenlady · January 2015

I am sorry you are going through this - I can't even begin to imagine how hard this is. I am glad all seems to be going well with Nicholas though! Continued good thoughts your way. Stay strong.

redneckmomma25 · January 2015

So glad for your good update! Hugs mama! I'm sure this will be one of the hardest times of your life. I can't imagine leaving him behind everyday but it's so wonderful how much you get to do and help him!

somewheresublime86 · January 2015

I'm glad he's doing so well! Take care of yourself too, mama. I can't imagine how hard it will be to go back to work, but you'll be so glad to have that time at home with him later!

Ginja85 · January 2015

Thank you so much for the update. It's great to hear he's responding extremely well to treatment & snuggles.

adeaea1 · January 2015

He's precious! Glad to hear he's doing well. You'll have him home in no time

ktplusbby · January 2015

Awesome update! I'm so happy he is doing so well. Take care of yourself mama! You're doing all that you can in a situation that can't be easy. He is so handsome!

ally3242 · January 2015

He is such a sweet angel. I am so glad he is doing well, thanks for updating us and sharing photos. I'll be thinking of yall and praying that he continues to grow stronger and healthier as the days pass.

mnharkcom · January 2015

Thanks for the update. I'll continue to pray for him and your family.

keifekm · January 2015

I'm so glad you guys are doing well. He looks like such a sweet boy! You are so strong and I hope things only get better from here. T&P to you and Nicholas.

MelP4 · January 2015

Thank you for the update and pictures. He is precious! Y'all will continue to be in my thoughts.

mapledonuts · January 2015

Thank you for the update. He's beautiful! Thinking of you.

kjuryfl · January 2015

Great update!

nursemom83 · January 2015

Sending prayers to you. If you ever need to talk, I'm here. I was a nicu mom. We did 5 weeks in baby jail. It is the worst feeling leaving without your baby. Just know that you have the best babysitters in town.

Thank you for posting the update!

marybeth05 · January 2015

Thanks for the update!! You are one amazing momma!!

kamomo1 · January 2015

I'm so happy to hear a good update! He's beautiful! I wish you all the best! Nicholas is still in my prayers for a speedy NICU time, and he can come home. ::hugs::

jackieanddan1989 · January 2015

I am so happy to hear he is doing well!

vickersh1 · January 2015

So glad to hear that baby Nicholas is doing great! So much Ts & Ps for you guys. Stay strong! I know Tuesday will be rough, but just keep in mind that each day is one day closer to him being home with you.

Keep us updated when you can!

lindsayanne14 · January 2015

What a great update!!

tdmloverrn · January 2015

Happy to hear Nicholas is doing well! Hang in there, Mama! xo

meganmcmuffin · January 2015

So glad to hear your little Nicholas is doing well. I hope he gets to go home with you soon

audreyyyg · January 2015

This made me cry happy tears. So happy he is growing, hopefully those lungs continue to mature on track and he can get off of those machines one by one!
Hang in there, mama. It's not your fault he came early. He looks beautiful, and it looks like you have a wonderful medical team and husband. Stay strong and lots of thoughts and prayers for you and our family.

SMFB · January 2015

So happy for you and your family! Keep on growing baby Nicholas!

abc829 · January 2015

So happy Nicholas is doing well! He's a beautiful little boy.

janelledw · January 2015

Im so happy he's doing well!!

lovemaddux · January 2015

Great update. Glad to here Nicholas is doing well. Hopefully he'll be home soon

Rowsdower85 · January 2015

So happy to read a good update. I'm glad he's doing well. You are such a trooper. I'm sorry you have to go back to work already, take care of yourself and don't overdo it. Hugs!

taahira · January 2015

Thank you for the update. Stay strong little one. ((Hugs))

redheaded14 · January 2015

Happy to see this update! Hugs for you and Nicholas!

JAP09-02 · January 2015

Glad to hear he is doing so well! Keep getting stronger! I hope that your transition to work is smooth and you enjoy your time with Nicholas when he come home.

doxiemom415 · January 2015

SO glad to hear this, thanks for updating!! Hi Nicholas!!

Scarlett260 · January 2015

Glad to hear Nicholas is doing well!

chicsugar · January 2015

Stay strong and take it one day at a time. Thank you for updating us.

Annoid619 · January 2015

Good to hear that Nicholas is doing well. Stay strong.

epidemic · January 2015

He looks so precious! I'm glad you guys are doing well! I know it must be hard to go back to work already, but hopefully it helps the time pass more quickly so he's home that much sooner!

pistachio&blush · January 2015

Wonderful news

VeggieFan · January 2015

Yay for a good update! T&P for you and your family!

mary62108 · January 2015

What a great update! Thanks so much for sharing. He will continue to grow and get more healthy every day, prayers for your family!

alexeleni · January 2015

Thinking of you and sending all positive thoughts his way--you handle this however you need to and make sure you're taking care of yourself, too.

Scarlettg · January 2015

Hooray for Nicholas! I'm so glad he's doing well. Thinking of you and your family; good luck back at work. I can't imagine how hard that must be, but you'll be alright. You're strong.

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