We are finally home! On Thursday, Ryan was released from the NICU 77 days after he was first admitted. I cant believe it was that long. It seems forever ago that I was in the hospital. I barely remember it. Ryan got to say goodbye to some of his nurses who took such good care of him. As we were taking him out of his room and down the hall, it looked like he actually waved goodbye! When we left, he weighed in at 6lbs 4 oz and 19 3/4 inches long and taking about 3oz of milk every 4 hours.
Its weird not to go to the hospital everyday, or to call and talk to his nurse every morning when we wake up or every night before we went to bed. That was our 'new normal' and we just did what we had to do, as any parent would. We are now just able to enjoy him at home and take care of him, get up for those 2am feedings and change some pretty nasty diapers. Our NICU ride is now over. We have learned so much from his stay there, probably too much information. But we feel we have been given the knowledge to be able to care for our son and be on the lookout for any problems he may have. As much as I love the care he received in the NICU, I am glad it is over. I love our 'new normal', HOME!
Today, we had his first visit to the pediatricians office (one of many I am sure!) His provider was very happy to see how well he has progressed. He now weighs 6 lbs 14 oz and is 20 inches long! Watch out Aiden, Ryan is looking to catch up to you soon!
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Ryan,
My what big feet you have. I am so glad you are so comfortable at home with mom & dad. I had a good time with you
Sat. and can't wait to do it again.I hope you were a good boy for mommy's birthday today. You are the best birthday present ever, that is all she wanted is for you to be home. Good night, sweet dreams, sleep tight, God bless you, I love you more today. Mor Mor Jo.
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