God is Good

A quick Ivan update:

He is no longer on assisted breathing, but is still being given oxygen through his nose. He's still working a little harder to breathe than he should have to, so the doctors don't feel that he can eat normally right now, because he may not have the energy to both eat and breathe. So, they are putting in a feeding tube and will begin feeding him that way, and remove it once his breathing is close to normal. He has also developed jaundice, which is typical in these types of cases, so he's under the lights, as you can see in the photo.

We are staying in one of the sleep rooms on the NICU floor for at least one more night (tonight), and then we will find out tomorrow if we can stay longer. The doctor expects Ivan to be here for at least a week, maybe two. I would prefer not to have to drive back and forth from our house each day - especially for Mary's sake, having just given birth on Tuesday.

We've had a lot of support from friends and family. Thanks to everyone who has brought us food and other stuff, come to visit us, and taken care of Owen during this time. And we especially thank you for your prayers.