Emilia is now on full feeds - meaning she does not need to get nutients via IV any more. They call this fluid TPN. They will withdraw the TPN and keep her on breast milk only (via the feeding tube aka "OG tube"). She is fed 14cc of milk, every two hours. She has a bit of milk remaining in her stomach before the next feed, but so far the left over amount is not very concerning (about 2cc) and it seems that she's tolerating milk quite well.
She won't be breastfed until she turns 34 weeks (in gestational age) at which point she will learn how to coordinate sucking and swallowing. However this also depends on the baby's condition, as I heard some NICU moms talking about their babies not yet being able to be breastfed becuase of the ventilator. I hope Emilia will graduate from all respirators well before then... but I know I am being very hopeful.
Emilia was born on May 31, 2011, at 25 weeks and 5 days in gestational age. She came home on October 21, 2011 after spending 143 days in the hospital. Today she's a thriving, happy baby who continues to amaze us every single day. This blog records the journey of our miracle baby.
Wow she is feeding well via tube, of course. Be strong my sister! You will have my prayer and support! See you soon.
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