To our surprise, Aiden was removed from the ventilator this morning at 10:00am. Dr. Desai felt comfortable with his stats and how Aiden has progressed these past few days. He is breathing on his own now. It is nice to see his chest cavity move with every breath. The high frequency ventilator that he was on was abnormal to watch because it just vibrated his body. Aiden is getting some oxygen assistance through a tube in his nostrils (high flow nasal cannula).
He is also laying on his stomach for the first time. This is to help support his chest in breathing and to prevent bed sores. Caffeine is also given to him to keep his body stimulated because often preemies will forget to breath. It's never too early to start him on Ale-8 in my opinion.
Lisa got to change Aiden's diaper for the first time. Just as she was putting on the clean diaper, Aiden pooped again. Boys will be boys.
Today was another good day. Thanks for all the support, comments, and prayers.
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4 comments:
Lisa, Glenn, and Aiden.... Good Morning to you all. Your strength is an encouragment to all who know you and to the ones that will know you soon. I am glad to hear that Aiden is getting stronger. Lisa, I hope you are feeling better too. Call me when you can. May peace be with you today and the days to come.
Erin
What great news about Baby Aiden. I pray he continues to get stronger and healthier with each passing day. Thank you for keeping us all posted. You all are just amazing and I am glad to call you friends. I also wanted you to know that even though Caleb was here such a short time that he touched many lives and now Aiden has his very own special guardian angel. If you guys need anything we are just a phone call away. In our thoughts and prayers daily.
God Bless,
Your Friends,
Randy and Melanie Harris
What a milestone! That is great that Aiden is breathing on his own. He is a strong little boy. Thanks for keeping everyone updated. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.
Tara
Glen and Lisa...I pray for you and your family daily! May there be many many more good days to come.
Jill Hatton
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