December 12th Update

Madison is such a sweetie. Daddy fed his sweet baby girl tonight. He's the "finisher"-kinda like in baseball. Mommy starts the feeding, and then when Maddie starts to fall asleep, daddy comes in and finishes it off. It works like a charm; however, it's not an ideal set up for the middle of the night feedings. Mommy and the nurses had fun dressing cute princess Madison up in fun Christmas outfits and taking a couple fun pictures tonight while her bottle was warming. Daddy thinks she'll love Mommy for those pictures when she's older.
This morning Madison's feeding tube was taken out. She has taken the bottle for 24 hours and she has gained more weight. She is now at 5 lbs 8.3 ounces. Maddie tuckered out again this evening with one of her feedings. Her nurse was threatening the tube again,but said she'd wait a couple more feedings to see how she does. We hate the thought of her having that tube being put in again, but we want to make sure she is eating. She's definitely gaining weight. So she seems to be doing good. Hopefully, a little more rest will give her the stamina she needs to finish her next bottle. Tomorrow Madison is at her 37 week mark. This is a common point that baby's seem to be stronger and get to go home. We are hoping that is the case for Maddie. We are anxious to have our sweet baby home.