Last Thursday, Max and Michaela hit the 28 week (gestational age) mark. Each week gets us closer to when we’ll be able to welcome them home! In order for to be discharged from the NICU, they must be:
- At least 35 weeks gestational age;
- Eating on their own;
- Maintaining their own body temperature.
This means we’ve got at least 7 more weeks left. We’re hoping they continue on their current trend and can come home right at the 35 week mark.
M & M have had a great weekend! A few highlights –
- Both are tolerating their increased feeds (Max is at 15 cc, and Michaela is at 13 cc) and continuing to gain weight
- Michaela had her arterial line removed from her umbilical cord, which means she can now be held!
- The second round of cranial ultrasound results came back normal – no sign of developmental complications
Both Max & Michaela have gained back up to their birth weight
Dad performs his first temperature check…
…and diaper change!
Michaela chatting with Auntie Melissa
Max trying to see who gave him the rough diaper change.
Max & Michaela 