Well, that's what we were hoping for anyways. Austin had an appointment with the pulmonologist today and we were hoping he'd be able to come off the oxygen and lose the apnea monitor. Unfortunately that's not going to be the case. Based on the results of the sleep study he did a couple of weeks back, the Doctor felt it best that he stay on the oxygen at least while sleeping. Turns out Austin has a moderate case of sleep apnea. We will be getting a sat monitor to replace the apnea monitor. This will allow us to tailor his oxygen more closely to his needs. His next appointment with the pulmonologist won't be for 2 months, so he gets to stay hard-wired for at least that much longer. Bummer.
In other news, his weight is up to 10 lbs, 2 oz and he continues to eat well. His sleeping and feeding has been a little erratic during the nights so Mom and Dad have been busy shall we say. It appears we have a 'night shift' baby on our hands. Austin has also started to lift his head and throw out a few meaningful smiles. He's also graduated from newborn clothes up to 0-3 months.
Here's a few recent pictures:
During a nap this evening
Spending some quality time with Great Grandpa
4/5 of the Yurina family
