We visited the NICU several times today. :0) During our first visit at 8am, we were delighted to see that Quinn was taken off the ventilator. They had done another x-ray of his lungs and he appeared to have responded very well to the surfactant. They explained that when they removed the vent, they were anticipating needing to put in an oxygen tube; however, he immediately began breathing room air. They continued to watch him and he had no problems, so they did not need to put it in. After seeing him several times Saturday, it appears he is doing great breathing room air on his own. Hopefully he continues that.
Leyla had begun her feedings through a tube on our first visit that morning. She was given 5cc at least 6 times yesterday and handled them all quite well. They hope Quinn will be able to start them tomorrow.
As with most babies, their weights dropped a slight bit. Quinn was now 4lbs. 11oz. and Leyla was now 4lbs. 6oz., but this was to be expected.
We held both of them last night and it was so wonderful. They are so precious. We hope they continue to progress each day.
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