Thomas is doing one better than the other. Right now, despite the fact that he's doubled his weight, he's not growing as much or as quickly as the doctor would like. He's not digesting all of his food, this is probably mostly attributable to the ostemy (in case anyone has forgotten, this is the procedure to help his bowel heal). For now, they are just going to keep status quo, maybe increase the calories that are being fed to him. If things don't improve, they may have to try a different formula.
So that must mean he's breathing well, which I'm happy to say that right now he is. He's basically breathing on his own and the Si Pap is just there in case he forgets to breathe (and let's be honest, who doesn't forget that once in a while). If he continues this way, he would probably be head-gearless in a couple weeks. We shall see.
Rebecca got to hold Thomas for a couple hours today and he was right at home going to sleep and hanging out, after being crabby and fidgety before she got there. There are videos to be loaded, so I'll let you know when they are up.
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Hey guys. This is Jennifer, Tom's daughter (as in Bill and Tom). I just wanted you to know that we are thinking of you guys and the kids and I read every week end. Thomas is doing well and we are all very proud of him!
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