Bentley's esophagram did not show a leak!!!!! The surgeon, Dr.Kellar, is so impressed with Ms.Bentley's progress. Her chest tube was also removed. She will keep her NG tube for a few more days as we teach her to bottle feed.
Bentley had her first meal today. She is going to start at 7ml feeds, 8 times a day. The neonatologist informed us that Bentley will not be released until she can eat 60ml feeds, also 8 times a day. At this point that seems like soooo much. However, my little girl gulped down her first bottle like she had been eating since day one. Dr.Lyle said it is usually a 2-3 week process. However, we are hopeful that she will catch up to speed faster than that
She has progressed faster than enyone had expected. She has impressed us with her will, strength, and quickness to heal. God has blessed our little girl.
Jamie and Shawn,
ReplyDeleteBentley is so precious. I visited with Shawn last Friday night. We at Edgewood want you to know that we have had all of you in our thoughts and prayers. We are so happy that she is making progress at such a speedy rate. I love the pictures and your blog is wonderful.
Dianne Robinson
Woohoo go Bentley!!! Look at those precious eyes!! aww I'm so prou of all of u! Love ya
ReplyDeleteChristy
What a cutie!!!
ReplyDeleteShe looks adorable in that dress and hat. Praying that you will be home soon.
ReplyDeleteJamie, Shawn and family I am so happy to see the blessing that God and ACH has given you. I cry tears of joy for you and your little Angel. she is just precious. I know she will continue to heal and become stronger.She will be up and running around before you know it. They grow up so fast.
ReplyDeletejamie! she is so beautiful! i can not wait to kiss her face!
ReplyDeletei love you guys!
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