Here is the latest update.
He will most likely be on the low-fat formula, Portagen, for 4 to 6 weeks. I wonder if they supplement with anything else because a simple google search says it's not nutritionally complete. They said that the duct could be healed before that amount of time, but you don't want to test it by giving it fat because then it sets you back. By the 4 to 6 weeks, it should definitely be healed and then he can go back to breastmilk. I suppose I'll have plenty stocked up to give him.
I was trying to get an idea of how much longer he might be here in the hospital. I asked his nurse and she said he will be here at least another 2 weeks. Luke is going to hate me. Okay, I know I'm being dramatic, but still. I miss him and I'm sure he misses me, even if he expresses that as not wanting to see me. I was really looking forward to spending this time with him the last week before he starts school full time :(
I know that's not the news you wanted to hear, but just keep pumping and looking forward to that day. It'll be here before you know it. Meanwhile, he'll be getting stronger and stronger, and hopefully will take right to nursing. {{HUG}} You're ever in our thoughts and prayers. Keep fighting, Nicholas!!
ReplyDeleteIt must be hard for you and for Luke. I'm thinking of all of you.
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