May 19, 2006

This is a picture of Zach's first sprint on nasal canula. His chubby cheeks look even bigger without the CPAP. :) He was on the canula for 2 hours and did quite well. His oxygen requirements stayed between 35-45%. They will check a blood gas in the morning. The plan is to do 2 hour sprints twice per day as long as his CO2 stays within the acceptable range.

Regarding the steroids, the nurses have lovingly refered to him as Zachy Bonds. He is up to 9 lbs. 1 oz. but that's purely a result of his hearty appetite.

Tieryn had her last doctor's appointment on Wednesday was officially cleared to jump on the trampoline with the kids. She is feeling good and thankful to be restriction free.

Thanks again for your thoughts and prayers. Check back soon for another update.