Wednesday, January 31st

The neonatologist told us that Andrew most likely would not live through the night, but he proved her wrong! And not only did he live, he also did well enough on his ventilator that they were able to turn it down to about 50% oxygen. The warmer on his left leg did indeed improve the circulation in his right leg so that looks a lot better. The doctor has started some phototherapy to help prevent jaundice, which all preemies get. So Andrew basks in the light each day with a tiny pair of cloth sunglasses to protect his eyes. His color is also much better today, and he will start TPN nutrition as well as an antibiotic through his IV.