Counting down the days!

Ben progressed a great deal in the last week, so we expect him home soon--perhaps by the end of this week! He now weighs 4 lbs. 12 oz. He pulled out his feeding tube, so the docs decided not to replace it and do all feedings by mouth (mostly bottle feeding, some breast feeding). He's off all oxygen and has fewer and fewer problems with apnea.

On the home front, we're feeling a little more prepared now (and a lot less worried about the things we don't have ready yet). We've taken our infant CPR class and have gotten more practice feeding Ben and watching for breathing or heart rate problems. I think we'll be ready enough whenever the docs tell us we can bring Ben home.

Thanks for your continued prayers! We can't wait to introduce everyone to our little man!