Today a phone call came from the NICU at 6 AM, so Mom and Dad were wide awake in a second. The doctor decided that Quinn needed more of a break after a tough night of breathing, so he was put back on the breathing tube (no extra oxygen though). He has been stable all day and continues to receive antibiotics while they wait for more lab results. The nurses said that not all setbacks ever have a conclusive reason to them, and the doctor said that the average premature baby has 4 infections before they go home. Whatever this may be, they caught it early and are doing everything they can so that Quinn can put all of his energy to getting over this speedbump. Dad was still able to hold him tonight for about an hour, which made everyone feel better.
Corbin started getting feedings in his tummy today and he seems to be taking them well so far. He is still breathing on his own and with everything off of his face he seems to be experimenting with facial expressions and opening his eyes. All else went smoothly for him today. He gets another heart scan tomorrow to recheck the PDA. Mom was able to snuggle with Corbin this afternoon and got to hear lots of little squeaks from him.
Hopefully more pictures tomorrow!
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