Olivia's blood transfusion went really well! Melissa said that before the transfusion, lil' Olivia was very lethargic and was not active at all. Today, she was back to herself and eating again! Her feedings were increased by a 'cc' as well too! Instead of 3cc, she is on 4cc every hour!
Also, the doctor said that if she continues to do well on her feedings, they are going to remove the IV within the next 24 hours. When they do that, the nurses are going to try to put extra calories in her breast milk for weight gain. They said that some preemies can tolerate it, and some don't. If not, they will take the extra calories out and she will just be on breast milk, but no IV!
On a funny note, Melissa had just changed Olivia's diaper after a feeding. All of a sudden, Olivia Jane stretched out so big, put one arm above her head, and spread both legs 'wide eagle' to prop them up on her bedding that surrounds her in the incubator. I guess that after a good blood transfusion, feeding, and a diaper change - Olivia was ready for a good stretch and nap! Olivia, you keep growing, stretching, getting healthy, and strong little one! I love you so much! Everyone else, please continue to pray for Olivia; thank you so much for all of your prayers!
~Aunt Jessie
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