2 pounds 9 ounces

We have another update from a proud Grandpa today:

The update from the nurses was that her weight is holding at 2 lbs 9 oz. She has responded to the light treatments and they have taken her off the light so she can be held longer. Robyn held Lady Isabella 1st and she immediately settled down and enjoyed her mother. After about 45 minutes Robyn asked Nurse Kate if I could hold her and she agreed so I got an opportunity to hold her for another 45 minutes. Then I gave her back to Robyn and went to the waiting room so Rebekah and Stephanie could see the baby as well. {Stephanie is Robyn's cousin who was in town today for a conference.}

Kate reported that they started giving her 13 cc of milk this morning and we learned later that she had digested it all and was fed another 13 cc at 11:00. Grant reports that they later backed off to 11 cc but are monitoring closely and want to give her as much milk as she can take to hopefully get off the IV as soon as possible.

Excellent News

No pictures today, but we have excellent news. Isabella remains off of the C-Pap and they boosted her formula to 9 cc. Aunt Rebekah arrived into town last night and thinks Bella is pretty awesome.

Robyn’s blood pressure is low enough to be discharged, but they will not actually be going home. A good friend has arranged for accommodations near the hospital.

Cuddle Time

Meet Lady Isabella. Here she is up close and personal. Isn't she just beautiful.







Robyn started the day with another sky rocket blood pressure, and it took most of the morning to get it under control. Grandpa's arrival brought the blood pressure back under control and the Harris nurses told Robyn she could go to visit Isabella if she would ride and not get too excited. Grandpa got to escort Robyn over and took a few shots with Robyn's camera.

Lady Isabella is doing great. The C-pap has been removed, and she is breathing on her own. We heard the nurses laughing about the fact that she does not want to stay in the swaddling barrier around her. She keeps rolling out or at least rolls up on top and seems to like to lay across them. She is still on the IV for supplement, and she was not able to handle the 10 cc of milk so they have cut her back to 6. The nurses also enjoyed telling Robyn about how feisty Lady Isabella is. When we arrived Robyn got to change the diaper again and take her temperature. She still does not like that at all. After getting her clean and measured they lifted Isabella out of the bed and placed her inside the front of Robyn's gown and then covered her with a warm blanket. The next 50 minutes were the calmest I have seen her. She (Isabella) still squirmed a little but it was hard telling who was enjoying themselves more, Mother Robyn, Daughter Isabella or Grandpa Jim. Just about the time Isabella was scheduled to go back into hibernation Papa Grant arrived on the scene and also had an opportunity to get to hold Lady Isabella. Thank you so much for your wonderful support and blessings.

Proud Grandpa

Monday Update

Bella is doing well. Everything is on track. We hope to hold her tonight if all goes well. Robyn has changed her diaper a couple of times and Bella “loves” that. They are still trying to tackle the blood pressure with Robyn, but making progress.

Mama and Bella

Guess who was well enough to go see Bella!





Robyn was allowed to get up today to take a shower and remove bandages from the incision. Removing the bandage has made her much more comfortable, and the shower made her feel even better. Grandpa got to take Robyn over to see Lady Isabella this afternoon. Robyn is much more mobile and steady on her feet since yesterday. She was able to change the first diaper and take Bella's temperature under the arm. The two nurses indicated that this temperature thing seems to be the most aggravating to Isabella, as it is for most all babies. The nurses told us that they have increased her feedings from 6 to 10cc and clarified that this is every 3 hours. They were also very chatty and talked to Robyn at length about all they were doing and telling her what to expect in Bella's development.

Eating, Eating, Eating

Bella continues to improve with her eating. They have put her under a photo lamp to help prevent jaundice which has not presented itself (the treatment is preventative). Her lungs are developing and she is off "no stimulation" and is enjoying her pacifier.

Robyn is progressing nicely, eating three meals today with relish. Her dad came in late today and was pleased with her reduced swelling and alertness.

We continue to thank you for the continued prayers and look forward to seeing you all when recovery is complete.

Saturday Update

Last night was a little bit of a rough night for Robyn, but things started looking up this morning. She is off her iv meds and was able to eat breakfast so things are looking better. She continues to have trouble keeping her blood pressure down so they still request no visitors. The doctors say that she will remain in the hospital for at least several more days.

Bella is doing good. She has had two small tube feedings today, and it appears her digestive system is doing ok too. What a blessing! The doctors continue to be amazed at how well she is doing and estimate she will be in the hospital for at least 2 months.

Thanks for your continued prayers.