Thursday, January 10, 2008

Look Ma, No Breathing Tube!


Today is a good day. As I was walking in to see Ryan, his nurse was removing his cannula(breathing tube)! Yeah! He is breathing the same air the rest of us breathe. This is a huge step for someone as young as he.

And somehow, in 24 hours time, he gained 60 grams or 2oz! Now a whopping 1180 grams.

More cuddle time today, but not as long. The nursing staff is really watching him to see how he does with his feedings and breathing room air.

We know this is a marathon, and not a sprint, but today is a very good day! We are so proud of him!

4 comments:

Julie O'Jewel said...

Renee, Thanks for creating this blog! It's nice to see the family pics and feel like we're with you even across the miles! Big cuddles to Ryan for gaining those 2 ounces!! Love, Julie, Patrick, and Jack

The Fraraccio's said...

YEAH baby Ryan!!! That is such a big step! You are all in our prayers and thoughts. Keep doing well little one! We can't wait to meet you!
Love,
Jim and Michelle

Jen Lee Reeves said...

Go Ryan Go!

You and Tim are amazing and I'm so honored to be able to stay in touch with you guys on this blog.

I'm so proud of Ryan's newest accomplishment... The marathon is certainly worth all the hard work. Keep gaining those ounces!

Jennifer said...

Hi Renee and family,

Thanks for creating this, it is a great way to keep up with the little guy's progress. He is so cute laying on your tummy, well, he is cute all the time but I think that picture is particularly cute. You and yours are in mine and Mom's prayers. Take Care, Love, Jennifer and Wanda