The Pryor Family: Days 2-4 in the NICU

Here's a look at our days in the NICU from Wednesday, April 27- Saturday, April 30.

Wednesday, April 27

Rowan's bilirubin levels were pretty high (totally normal for his age), so he got to start spending time under the blue lights. They unswaddled him so that he could absorb more of the lights and it was fun to be able to see him wiggle around. He loves to wiggle around and stretch.

Thursday, April 28

I started the day with a walk down to see Rowan. It sure felt good to get up and move around after being in bed for pretty much 5 days straight. I may have overdone it a bit though and paid for it later....

Our little glow worm taking a break from light therapy.

Rowan's goggles to protect his eyes when the blue lights are on. They put these on and then they have to put another cloth around that because he doesn't leave these alone and they slide off all the time. John and I appreciate the fact that they are purple. :-)

We love when we get to see his face! He hasn't opened his eyes yet, so he spends most of his time with them covered to protect them.

Sweetest little face ever!

They let me help change his diaper! Easier said than done!

Rowan has very tiny diapers and I was more than a little nervous trying to maneuver around all the wires and cords.

I've changed lots of diapers in my life, but none that were this tiny! Thank goodness the nurse was there to help.

He's got a fresh diaper and is now ready to relax. He is not a fan of having a wet diaper.

I also got to swab his mouth with some breast milk. They do this to help clean out his mouth and to help build a good lining in his stomach. The antibodies in the milk help prevent infections and the growth of yucky bacteria.

Pastor Michael and Janet visited us on Thursday afternoon and brought cards and a poster from the AWANA kids. They sure put a smile on our faces!

Some of the gifts that Rowan, John and I have received. We have been blown away by all of the support and generosity that we have been showered with. This has not been an easy week, but the outpouring of love has made things less difficult to bear.