Update: Today Collin gave us a little scare...he has not had a real bowel movement since he's been receiving food via the g-tube; this afternoon he threw up instead. His Mom and Dad were there at the time and had the nurse call in a doctor. The doctor (a specialist in the care of newborns) was not concerned but will bring it up with the surgeon in the morning. She indicated that they
may decrease his food intake until he digests it properly. (The doctors usually do their "rounds" around 9 a.m., we should know something then.) Hopefully soon, Collin will make poo number two!
Since Collin had a busy day freaking his parents and grandparents out, we laid off the picture taking for one day. Instead, we purchased fundraising booties to benefit the March of Dimes and photographed them in a cute shape. These will hang over the entrance of the NICU.
Not much news to relate, Collin continues to get just 1 mL an hour of the feeding through his g-tube. The reason it is such a small amount is they don't want to overwhelm his tiny intestines with too much fluid. They are taking it slow and cautiously, which is a good thing, we think. The pediatric surgeon and the neonatologist meet every morning to decide the next step; maybe today they'll up his intake!
Please continue sending your prayers and healing thoughts. Not only do they help Baby Collin, but are such an encouragement to our entire family, near and far.
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Yes, the picture is out of focus...it was very dark in the nicu and without a flash it is difficult to get a good image. Hopefully you can make out Collin's beautiful smile, it really brightened our day to see it!
Hey Erin and Family. I hope everything continues to go well. I pray for Collin and you all every night. Although I can not be there my love is with you all. He is beautiful!
Hello Erin and Family. I am glad Collin is doing better. I think he looks wonderful and I hope that he continues to improve. I wish I could be there with you to give him strength. Be safe and I will continue to pray for you all. Have a great day. My prayers and lover are with you!
Love Jenni Payne
That's a happy baby that likes to be touched. Even blurry you can tell he is a beautiful baby!
Collin is so beautiful. We are rooting for him and hugging you. You are a beautiful family, in every way.
Matt and Erin, each time you hold, touch or speak to Collin it creates a stronger bond. This bond is unique to his parents, as it should be. Collin's smile is a beautiful response of love for his mother, her touch, her voice and knowing daddy is right at her side. We are very proud of this wonderful trio! We love and miss you. God Bless and keep you close.
Matt, it is so evident you are Erin and Collin's rock! Thank you! Prayers to God and Saint Joseph will give you strength. We love you, Erin and Collin. Our prayers are constant.
Great picture! Light/Dark...focus/blurry...it does not affect the quality of Collin's smile. Lora, you are doing a fabulous job taking photos and keeping up this sight. Thank you! JV
Thank you, JV. His smile is radiant, isn't it? :)
Darling booties for a good cause. Nice that Collin is sleeping peacefully. What a lucky boy he is to have so many loving hearts surrounding him. It's a true blessing! -Andrea
Hey! My name isn't on any of those shoes. J/K It is important for babies to have love from all directions. Good for you for having all the family come in to hold, touch and talk to Colin. The love from all of you will keep him fighting, you just watch!
This is Kyler {From Mrs. Verdi's class} and I just want to say that you and your son will be in my prayers.
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