Well we had our first follow up with the Spina Bifida Clinic at CHOP. It went pretty well. Everything checked out fine with Brent. He is up to 6.8 lbs and his head measured 35 cm (31.5 cm when we left the hospital 4/6). Doctors are happy with his progress and he even "accidentally" rolled over during the exam :)
Early Intervention came out today and did their exam. There wasn't much to "examine" since he's only 6 weeks and 5 days but he managed to stay awake during the visit. His due date was 4/20/12 so he's 6 days corrected. He can lift his head and move it side to side while on his stomach. He responded to the bell and light tests and act just like any other baby.So our biggest issue right now is Brent's reflux. We switched formula to Nutramagin and hope that helps his belly calm down. We cannot wait for him to outgrow the caffeine hoping that will reduce his reflux. It's so hard to see him in pain but I think it's harder for us then it is for him.
So our little preemie is growing and making moves. He's eating about 2-3 oz per feeding 7-10 times a day. He's still wearing newborn clothes but getting a little too tall for the sleepers. I can't believe he's too big for anything :)
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