Today Paxton is two weeks old! It is weird how time feels like it has been flying by, but at the same time standing still. When Susanne got to the hospital today she had to wait for about 45 minutes before she could see Paxton because the nurses were trying to replace his PICC line (peripherally inserted central catheter) that had moved from where it is supposed to be. Unfortunately, after multiple attempts they were unsuccessful.
On a more positive note, he had an eye exam today which was completely normal. This was comforting because if it had been abnormal, then it would increase his chances of having a genetic disorder. They did say that his eyes would be swollen for a few days because of the eyelid retractors that they used to keep his eyes open for the exam. Also, Paxton has continued to gain weight which is a good sign. He is currently 6 lbs 3 oz. His stools have remained normal since starting antibiotics. He will be on them for at least a week. The blood culture was negative and the stool and milk cultures looked good. They are unsure what his infection was from. The cardiologist examined Paxton today and told Susanne that she will be presenting Paxton's case tomorrow at a cardiac catheterization conference. They may want to proceed with a procedure to close his shunt that is currently between his pulmonary artery and aortic arch and see if his right ventricle can pump enough blood to his lungs adequately. Usually this shunt closes on its own during the first two weeks after birth, but Paxton's is being a little stubborn.
The nurses swaddled him today which seemed to make him sleep more soundly. They did have to raise his right arm to try to get the PICC line to move back on it's own since they couldn't replace it yet. Susanne actually caught him yawning on camera which was super cute. Paxton sure misses his daddy a lot. He can't wait for him to come home again.
Scott and Susanne would like to congratulate their friends C.J. and Ali on their new baby boy. We are so happy for them.
4 comments:
Paxton is so precious! We have been thinking about you and wondering how things are going, so it is so good to see your blog and the great pictures. And we're glad we will be able to stay updated on Paxton's progress. Zach, James and I are rooting for you!
Happy 2 week Birthday, Paxton! I spoke to my mom tonight and she and my dad send their love!
Where's Paxton's eyebrows? I see the wrinkle where they should be but not the hair! He is the cutest little love bug I have ever seen!
Congrats to CJ and Ali!
He is precious!!! I love all the faces too. Peaceful, yawning, scrunching that nose, they are all adorable. Congratulations on a good report with his vision. I know that was a relief. Only one more day and Daddy will be back Paxton! I know both you and mommy are probably counting down to the minute for when he will get back. We love you all!
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