So big!

Hazel and Jude have both been able to get rid of some of the fluid they were retaining, which is great. Jude has lost weight the past 2 nights, but still weighs 3 lbs 14 oz! Hazel has remained about the same and weighs 3 lbs 11 oz. We can't believe how big they're getting. If they keep up this rate, they won't even need preemie clothes when they come home.

Jude was able to get rid of 2 of his 3 IV's today! Since he's doing so well on his feeds, they removed his picc line. He looks so much better without cords everywhere. He is off all of his extra fluids and other nutrients and is just receiving fortified breast milk. Way to go Jude! His vent settings were lowered a little bit today. We're praying that this can continue and he can get off the vent soon. When that happens, he'll definitely be able to get rid of his last IV (if not before). It's being left in for now for fast administration of pain meds when he needs them.

Hazel is doing okay with the Elecare so far, but is still on a pretty small amount and isn't pooping at all. In the past, she's tolerated feeds up until a certain amount and then starts spitting up a lot. We're praying that as she approaches that amount (usually around 6 ml/hour), she is able to keep everything down (she is currently at 3 ml/hour). She's also under phototherapy again since her billirubin went up (a problem solved by eating and pooping).

That's about all for today.