1st post - op appt

Today is one week sice surgery. As far as healing goes Isaiah is doing well physically. He just is not sleeping and pretty fussy. He will eat one or two bottles well then the next two or three not so well. The medicince did a number on him but with some help we got that all figured out and I am sure he feels much better.

He weighed 18 lbs 3ozs last wed and today he weighed 17lbs and 15ozs. (that was with his no-nos on so I am sure more like 17lbs 13ozs). Said he looked great. lots of drainage out of right ear so ear drops til friday. If all goes well then tape, glue and no-nos (arm restraints) will be gone next week.

Isaiah has hit some milestones this week. We gave him applesause. He liked the taste but couldn't swallow. Every bit of it went in his mouth and out of his nose. I realize that all babies have to learn to swallow it but without a pallet that makes it a bit more difficult. I was told by another mom that there is therapy they can start at six months. I guess it cant hurt so we will see. I will be calling birth to three tomorrow.

I had Isaiah laying on the floor last night exercising his arms. He looked at us and smiled and rolled over! I am so glad that Dave and I both got to see it for the first time. He was so proud. I added a picture of him on his belly.

Elijah is staying with mama and papa tonight. isaiah is asleep for now and girls are in bed. Dave is still at work so I am gonna try and take full advantage of it and grab a few winks. I am completely exhausted. They said he would be out of whack for a couple of weeks, and let me say I cant wait til that time is over! After the girls went to bed Devon helped to entertain Isaiah and I headed off to soak in the bath. How great it feels to be able to shave both your legs in the same setting! Thanks Devon, sometimes I don't know what I would do without ya! Love ya!

Picture of his mouth was taken 5 days post op!

Good night and enjoy pictures.

Amy