It's November

Dearest Joshua David~

It's November, which means we're slowly getting closer to bringing you home! It was cold and rainy today. Good day to be indoors and warm.

When they checked your glucose last night, it was still a little low, but this morning it was higher. So, they lowered your glucose IV to 1.5ml/hr. They'll continue to lower you as long as your body continues to regulate.

When daddy and I came to see you, you were sleeping soundly again. But, we quickly woke you so I could hold you! You squirmed around for a little bit before falling asleep against me. At one point you were fussy. When we put you back and changed the diaper, we quickly knew why! I guess you wanted to wait for me to hold you before filling your diaper! :-) Sometimes, you would make little squeaky noises. Daddy took a video of you making those little noises. :-)



You're still doing better on your feedings. In fact, you've gained weight! You gained 20 gms so you're now 2 lbs 6 ozs. :-)

Earlier in the day, grandpa Jim, gigi, and mimi came to visit you. Your grandpa Mike had surgery earlier. But, he'll come to visit you when he's feeling better.

Oh guess what? Your belly button stump came off! Now, you have a cute little belly button. :-)

Keep growing strong! I love you so much! :-)

~Mommy