To have and to hold

I had Daniel just over two weeks ago and today for the first time I got to hold him. It was so wonderful being able to snuggle him close to me. When it was time to leave I didn't want to put him down.He is off the ventilator and has only a nasal canula to give him a little extra oxygen. He still isn't able to eat very well so his feeds are given through a tube that goes in his nose and down into his stomach. He was awake and alert for part of the time I was there so I was able to get a picture with him awake. He is getting stronger every day, but it may still be a couple weeks before he masters eating and is able to come home.

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Arlyn said…
He is WAY CUTE! So glad you finally got to hold him. You sure have had to wait long enough. Major kudos to you, Mom!

Hope to hear he is free from all tubes soon!
3:04 PM
Kelly said…
That is one seriously cute baby, Lanell. It is great that he is off the ventilator. He will be home before you know it.
6:47 PM
angee said…
So happy for you!! I can't imagine going that long without holding him.

And that last picture is adorable of him! He's so cute!
10:01 AM
Lisa Lamb said…
He is so cute Lanell but then all your kids are!! Can't wait till he comes home!
11:04 PM
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