Wed-10-Oct-2007 - Elijah Update
This will be short and sweet.
And the pics are a bit big, and overlap the right-hand column, but I don't know how to fix that. Pics or access to my right column; pics won. 
Elijah is eating like a champ. His feeding increases by 3cc's every three(?) feedings and he's up to 16cc's now. They would like for him to be eating over an ounce every meal when he leaves the NICU, and he's over halfway there!
It looks as if Elijah will be in the NICU until Tuesday because they want him to have a full 10 days of IV antibiotics.
Other than that, he has not had to be on a ventilator, he retains his body temp when we hold him, he's eating well, and just seems to be doing fine. He does have to spend a few days under lights for his jaundice but that's a fairly minor concern.
I am very ready to have my little boys under the same roof together, not 40 miles apart and unable to see each other! However, I do take comfort in the fact that Elijah won't be in the NICU any longer than God wants him to be. It really feels as if we have no control (and at times, no rights) over anything that happens, but God is in control.
Thank you for checking in!
(Thank you for the pictures, Kate!)
~Ashley~
Comments
Wed-10-Oct-2007 - Untitled Comment
Posted by chimicole
Ashley~
Little Elijah is absolutely wonderful and I said a prayer for his complete and total health!
Thak you for sharing the pics... he is wonderful!
Blessings~
Julie
Wed-10-Oct-2007 - He's a baby doll!
Posted by quiverfullacres
How sweet, he is such a beautiful blessing. God has already ordered his steps and knew him in your womb before you knew even about him. Rest in Him and be at peace because He love you and Elijah Zane!
Wed-10-Oct-2007 - Untitled Comment
Posted by stitchnchick
He is so precious! I'm glad to hear that he's thriving and will be coming home soon. I'm still praying!
Amy
Wed-10-Oct-2007 - Untitled Comment
Posted by morningsunshine
thank you for the update. I have been remembering your family in my prayers. God bless.
Wed-10-Oct-2007 - precious!
Posted by blessedmomof10
Ashley ~
Elijah is absolutely precious!!!! What a bundle of love you have been blessed with! You also look great my dear for just having delivered a baby!
I hope and pray that eljah is home soon and continues to do well!
Thanks for the update and the pics!
Blessings,
gloria
Wed-10-Oct-2007 - Untitled Comment
Posted by Charity
He is so cute and so little what a blessing!! I am so glad there are no complications that he is overall doing good!!
Wed-10-Oct-2007 - Untitled Comment
Posted by Sweetmama2
Thanks for sharing.
Wed-10-Oct-2007 - Untitled Comment
Posted by katenicholl
He's gorgeous and his mummy is looking well too! You make sure you're looking after yourself too!
Catherine :o)
Wed-10-Oct-2007 - So precious!
Posted by Pattisea
He is beautiful and you look great, too!
I am praying that you will be home soon with all your menfolk :) Won't that be a time?
Take care and may the peace of God be with you!!
Love,
Patti
Wed-10-Oct-2007 - I gave you an award!
Posted by RachelsReasoning
Hello. I heard about Elijah. I hope he gets well soon! Please give him a kiss for me!
You can do the award when you have time. I thought it would make you feel better. I am praying for you, dear, and the little blessing from above!
Love,
Rachel
Wed-10-Oct-2007 - Awww,
Posted by mulberrylane
Momma looks so happy with her new little one! Both of you are precious! I pray that he comes home soon!
Warmly,
Melissa
Wed-10-Oct-2007 - BEAUTIFUL!!
Posted by FruitfulVineof7SoFar
He is gorgeous!
Congrats again!
Praying he will be home with you very soon!!
Love, J
Wed-10-Oct-2007 - Congratulations!
Posted by Darcy
Ashley,
What a better way to jump back in to reading blogs than to log on tonight and see that a new little boy has joined your family. Guess he was in a hurry to meet you all and get those photo moments going!
God bless your family. Looking forward to reading more in the days to come about baby Elijah.
Darcy
Thu-11-Oct-2007 - So tiny!
Posted by Kristina
And so precious! Much, much love to you, J, Samuel, and (name mystery revealed) baby ELIJAH!
We're so glad he's doing well!
Thu-11-Oct-2007 - SO glad he is doing well!
Posted by chenny3
He is a sweetie! I will pray he comes home quickly! Hugs, Jen
Sat-13-Oct-2007 - Untitled Comment
Posted by Clare
These are such beautiful pictures, Ashley. Make it through the weekend and Tuesday is so close! We're excited for you and praying for you. Your change in outlook in this whole situation reminds me of where our trust needs to be- your attitude can be such an example to others! Praying for you and hoping these next few days will be a blur until Tuesday!
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