Saturday, January 31, 2009

Happy Birthday, Daddy!

Today is Gerson's birthday and we decided to go see Jayden. What could be more special than that? 
Jayden felt right at home in Daddy's arms. He was as relaxed as could be.
Although Jayden now weights 6 lbs 13 oz, he still fits cozily in Daddy's big hands.
Daddy's present from Jayden? Three BIG smiles while we played with him with his soccer rattle. No kidding. It really happened and we captured all three smiles on film!!! It was a great birthday gift to Daddy!

Jayden continues to do well. He is up to 10 ml/hr. on his feedings. He has 5 more ml to add before he's to his full feedings. Please pray that he will continue to digest this formula and adjust to the added ml(s). 

He is still on oxygen, but it's a very low percentage. He was on 6 liters of flow, but the doctors have dropped that down to 4 liters, which is where he is staying for the time being.  We are seeing improvement each time we visit him. Thanks for your continued prayers. He's such a strong, little guy! We are praising the Lord for touching his body and we thank you for your love, prayers and support during this time. We love you all.

7 comments:

Jewel said...

These pictures are so cute! I'm glad it could be a special day for Gerson!

Rachel said...

Betsy, You have a beautiful son! I just found out about him thru facebook (of all places)! :)

I will be praying for continued strength for him and you and your husband!

Rachel (Greenhood) Jernas

Keetha Broyles said...

Keep these good Jayden reports coming!!!!

Gerson & Betsy said...

Thanks to all of you for your comments and continued prayers!

Cathy said...

Que sonrisa mas bella de Jayden y es contagiosa que hermoso que es mi sobrino...
Cathy Tejeda

Gerson & Betsy said...

Si, es verdad! Tienes un sobrino precioso!!!

Anonymous said...

Yeah!! I love those baby smiles. How many years for each smile, Gerson??? =0)
If that doesn't make your birthday special, I don't know what would!
We love you guys--Rick, Lori & Kaylynn