Hey Gang,
So Shep and Jack are officially a week old. The Britton Boys celebrated this milestone by having the NICU nurses bring them the finest diapers and breast milk in all the land. Though their first few days were a bit rocky, I am happy to report that Shep and Jack are doing extremely well as they move into their second week of life. The biggest news is that Jack's PDA closed on its own! With no lingering heart issues, the doctors have increased his feeds and fluid levels and Jack has gained about 5 oz since birth. The doctors are very pleased with Jack's progress and they are looking forward to his continued growth in the coming weeks.
Shep also is enjoying week two. Shepherd has not shown any symptoms related to his VSD or pulmonic stenosis and will likely remain asymptomatic for the next 5 or 6 weeks. The doctors are monitoring him closely and have increased his feedings and caloric intake to help him beef up in preparation for his surgery. Shep has gained 1 oz since birth and will be gaining many more in the coming weeks.
The good news doesn't end there, I am happy to report that both boys are a hit with the NICU nurses. As a result of their easy going nature and incredible good looks, both Shep and Jack have the nurses competing with each other to try to include the boys on their service. What can I say...they're Rock Stars! But in all seriousness, words cannot express the level of care and compassion our guys are receiving from the amazing medical professionals at the hospital. We are truly blessed to have so many wonderful individuals caring for our boys.
Lastly, today marked another big moment for Vicki and I. Today was the first day we were able to hold Jackson, and tomorrow we will likely be able to hold Shepherd. Over this past week we have been able to take temperatures and change diapers, but the IV lines have prevented us from being able to remove the boys from their boxes. With the start of the second week comes a changing of IV locations and our ability to hold the little guys. To say we were super-excited would be an understatement.
As always, Vicki and I are forever thankful for your love and support. Below you will find a link to photos from their first week. Have great Mondays!!!
So Shep and Jack are officially a week old. The Britton Boys celebrated this milestone by having the NICU nurses bring them the finest diapers and breast milk in all the land. Though their first few days were a bit rocky, I am happy to report that Shep and Jack are doing extremely well as they move into their second week of life. The biggest news is that Jack's PDA closed on its own! With no lingering heart issues, the doctors have increased his feeds and fluid levels and Jack has gained about 5 oz since birth. The doctors are very pleased with Jack's progress and they are looking forward to his continued growth in the coming weeks.
Shep also is enjoying week two. Shepherd has not shown any symptoms related to his VSD or pulmonic stenosis and will likely remain asymptomatic for the next 5 or 6 weeks. The doctors are monitoring him closely and have increased his feedings and caloric intake to help him beef up in preparation for his surgery. Shep has gained 1 oz since birth and will be gaining many more in the coming weeks.
The good news doesn't end there, I am happy to report that both boys are a hit with the NICU nurses. As a result of their easy going nature and incredible good looks, both Shep and Jack have the nurses competing with each other to try to include the boys on their service. What can I say...they're Rock Stars! But in all seriousness, words cannot express the level of care and compassion our guys are receiving from the amazing medical professionals at the hospital. We are truly blessed to have so many wonderful individuals caring for our boys.
Lastly, today marked another big moment for Vicki and I. Today was the first day we were able to hold Jackson, and tomorrow we will likely be able to hold Shepherd. Over this past week we have been able to take temperatures and change diapers, but the IV lines have prevented us from being able to remove the boys from their boxes. With the start of the second week comes a changing of IV locations and our ability to hold the little guys. To say we were super-excited would be an understatement.
As always, Vicki and I are forever thankful for your love and support. Below you will find a link to photos from their first week. Have great Mondays!!!
-Ryan, Vicki, Shep, and Jack.
Photo Slideshow of Shepherd and Jackson:
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