Wednesday, July 01, 2009

Pretty stinkin' cute

Meg and Milo are snuggling in bed right now; both are recovering after a really crazy night last night. Milo was especially fussy, probably because we weren't feeding him enough to his liking. He has lost some weight (8%), but he has stabilized. We have started supplementing his feeds with formula, which helps reduces the fussiness and prolongs the sleepiness, both really good things. Also, we have started feeding him nakers, per the recommendation of the pediatrician. The problem of not eating enough was compounded by the fact he was falling asleep during feedings. Then, when we put him back in his bassinet, he begins to fuss again! Now he looks pretty pathetic shivering while eating, but at least he is staying awake enough to eat.

Also, on the bilirubin front for all the health-field people types...his serum bilirubin is low, despite his yellow skin. This is a good thing.

Sounds like both Meg and Milo will have many visitors tonight, as well as swirling rumors of McGrails en route. He met G'ma and G'pa Schroeder as well as Auntie Karen on Monday, as well as Great-Uncle Hans and Aunt Kersten yesterday. G'ma Schroeder was so excited, she came for an encore visit on Tuesday. Meg and Milo will probably be discharged tomorrow. Stay tuned.

5 comments:

Kayla Whitaker said...

Meg and Mike!!! He is such a sweetheart!! I cannot wait to meet him. Meg, I hope you are doing well, recovering and all. Rest up, it sounds like you've already been busy with him. :) We love you all! Can't wait to see you!
Kayla Whitaker

Anonymous said...

Meg and Mike~ You have an awfully cute little baby! Look how alert and sweet his expression is! He's just beautiful! Good job with the name choice, too! Love ya, Sue

mandy said...

He is so cute! Definitely all normal things you are going through so don't worry too much! Maybe we can chat later today about the feeding...

Anonymous said...

Dear Mike and Meg,

Yup, I think I love him. So proud of you Meg, can't wait to meet him!

PS- I made a bet with Alex and promptly won a free breakfast of my choosing when Mr. Milo was born :0)

SARAH

Heather said...

He is pretty stinking cute. Skype tomorrow? I gotta see this little guy.