Days 24 - 26

Day 24
Dear Berkley,
   Today, I got to kangaroo with you for about two hours and Gammy stayed and sat with us. You are looking better every day since surgery. A lot of your swelling is gone. You are growing bigger and getting stronger. You were back to your feisty self today which I love. First day since surgery that you have been more alert and back to yourself.

Day 25
Dear Berkley,
   Today is just Daddy and you. I was at the ER with a fever last night. Since they aren't sure what's causing it, I'm staying away from you and the other babies for 24 hours to be safe. it's so hard to not come and see you. I think I drove the nurse crazy today in between Dad's visits. You are up to 15mL in feedings. You have some swelling in your right leg and feet but they think thats just fluid from surgery.
 Scripture from devotional today was Isaiah 49:23 "Those who hope in me will not be disappointed." We have been and will continue to put all of our hope and faith in God. He is the great physician and I watch him work in you everyday as you grow stronger.

Day 26
Dear Berkley,
   I missed you so much yesterday! I was so happy to see you this morning. Uncle Jeffery and Aunt B are coming to visit you today. They are counting down the days with everyone else until you come home. Everyone is waiting to love on you.
   Overnight, your right leg and foot has become more swollen. They are going to do an xray and ultrasound to see if there is anything else going on. Your rate on oxygen is 35 and pressure is down to 24. Making progress since your PDA surgery.
   PM update: Xray did not show any broken bones. Ultrasound did not show any blood clots and showed good blood circulation. The doctor does not have an answer right now but we are praising God it was neither of those. You looked the most comfortable you ever have looked tonight after 8pm cares. You had your foot propped up and was laid back relaxing. We love seeing you so peaceful. I know you are going to rest well tonight so maybe we will too!

Sleep sweet. Grow Big. Be brave. I love you.