We left the hospital on Friday after Eliana was born with instructions to go to see our doctor early the following week because she had a bit of jaundice. It turns out it was a very good thing that we went to the doctor because Eliana's umbilicus (belly button) had become infected. I thought it was falling off early, but I didn't realize it was infected. Anyway, we were able to get some medicine that has helped clear up the infection. Eliana's jaundice level was "low intermediate", but now two days later, her numbers have gone down significantly. If we keep putting her in the sun and keeping her hydrated, they don't expect any problems. We'll just go back to the doctor for our normal 2 week check up.
Another benefit of going to the doctor is being able to find out Eliana's weight. She was born at 8 lbs 15 oz. In the first week, they expect the weight to drop. Eliana, however, was up to 9 lb 10 oz by Tuesday. Today, Thursday, she was at 10 lbs! I really think it is an answer to prayer because I was nervous about how nursing would go and prayed that God would provide. He has provided abundantly!
We are so blessed to have Eliana!
1 comment:
Lou she is precious! I am so happy for you both. My little Reagan didn't hit 10 pounds until he was almost 5 months old so it is great to see such a new one growing so well!
Enjoy her, they grow up so fast.
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