More great news!

Since you've heard so much from me, I thought it might be nice to hear something from Holly. Holly is wanting to post an entry herself, but is so unsure where to begin. I'm sure once things settle down, she'll take back over. I know several of you are dying to here from her! This is a portion of the email Holly sent to me today. I'm also including some photos taken in the NICU today. Holly & Tobin had a big day! They are beginning to get the opportunity to enjoy some of these parental duties and they are loving every minute of it.

From Holly:

"I got to give Tanner his first bath today and wash his hair! Then, I got to hold him for 30 minutes and he was the most peaceful I had ever seen! Tobin got to hold him for about 20 minutes while I pumped. He was moved into a plastic "isolette" that is actually a step up, even though it looks more invasive. He is breathing normal oxygen and got to get rid of his oxygen monitor on his foot. He is keeping his breast milk down and received 5 feedings through a syringe overnight. His neonatologist would like to increase the mLs. He is still at 4 lbs 9 oz, but that should improve with time. His jaundice levels (bilirubin) are now down to 11, from 17, and their goal is 5. He is only on one blue light now rather than three. He needs to be able to regulate his own body temp, but needs a warmer for now."

Holly got to feed Tanner through a bottle today. She said that he took right to this and sucked it dry quickly!

This is a shot of Tanner getting his phototherapy. He has to wear goggles to protect his eyes.
Holly's sister,Melody, caught this great grin on camera. I love those toothless grins.
Holly said that this was the first time she's really been able to hold Tanner close and smell him. The picture says it all. I had to save the best for last!