2 Months

What a difference 1 month makes.  My precious Samuel is now 2 months old.  He continues to grow and get stronger each day.  I was just thinking today about how different these monthly posts are compared to Matthew's, but they are just as special.  Samuel has been given a different path in life for a reason and I'm looking forward to seeing where this path leads him!

~ You are now 2305 grams or 5 lbs.  As of last week, you were 16.5 inches long - 4 inches longer than when you were born!

~ You've been off of blood pressure meds for several weeks and have maintained your blood pressure wonderfully!

~ You are in a Pod now at ACH instead of a private room.  It's quit a bit more noisy, but you made a great transition.

~  Daddy got to change your diaper for the 1st time on the 20th!

~  You had your first eye exam this month and did wonderful with that.  I could not stay in the room because they use this crazy device to open your eye - yikes!

~ You had your first arterial line removed on the 25th because you were kicking it so much.  You just had your second one removed today after having it for less than a week.  You obviously don't like those :-)

~ You celebrated your 1st Memorial Day!

~  You've been put back on antibiotics because of the NEC infection you developed.  You've tolerated it well and have continued to maintain your blood pressure, urine output, vitals, and labs.

~  You started pooping!  This is something we didn't think we'd see for a while and you proved us wrong!  

~ You have smirked a few times when I talk to you and rub your head.  I cannot wait to see your actual smile and hear your precious cry again.

Mommy loves you, Samuel, and I pray constantly for you.  You are stronger than I could ever be and you are truly my hero.  Keep strong sweet boy!