We can't even begin to tell you how much fun we have had with Joshua and Maddy being at home together. Maddy absolutely loves her brother. She loves trying to help give him his pacifier or bottle and constantly thinks he needs to be rocked! She's still working on being gentle, but she loves to around him. We went to the doctor on Wednesday for a follow up and of course everything is off the charts, except on the low side. Massy was off the charts on the high side. The doctor did say that Joshua will grow more vertical than the steady curve most newborns experience and by 12 months he will be the same size. His favorite things to do right now are eat and sleep. Since Wednesday he has not had the poop thing happen, which was kind of strange for him. The doctor said they can go up to four days without popping and that is considered normal. It just seems that it's kind of painful for him and I just wish he'd get it out of there. His temperature also measured very low at the doctor. In the 96's and was up to 97.1 when we left. That is unusual because it wasn't below around 98 the whole time he was regulating it on his own in the NICU. This blog has truly been a blessing to write. God has taught me so much through it! One of the most evident is the power of prayer. I know you have been continuing to pray for this sweet boy, but I have some specifics once again.
Specifics to pray for:
That Joshua will keep his temperature regulated and it will stay in the normal range. That there are no underlying issues or infections.
That this kid will poop. I don't even care if it gets all over the place. I just want it to get out!! It's not slowing down his consumption of breast milk, which is good.
That Derek and I will make wise decisions as parents and know when to call the doctor. For wisdom in all who are caring for Joshua.
Continued guidance on how to minister and be a part of the lives of other NICU parents.
Thanks again for all the prayers. It is sooo great to be at home together, and y'all helped make that happen with your constant prayer!
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