Hugo's First 24 Hours

Hugo's first 24 hours were a tremendous success. All his vital signs were stable, they were able to remove the umbilical line in favor of a PICC line, and they were able to remove the CPAP type breathing assistance in favor of a nasal tube. We feel so grateful to have such good care for him.

The day was a whirlwind for us. Between meeting each NICU nurse, NICU doctor, OB nurse, OB doctor, Lactation Consultant, Registrar, Social Worker (and more), and constant checks and medication for both Hugo and me (trying to be in two places at once), and papers and papers of information to read, sign, and consider we were exhausted. Since this is a teaching hospital, each meeting usually comes with one or more residents and additional students as well. Everyone has been very kind and taken the time to answer any questions we might have.

To end the day on a euphoric note, Hugo was moved to a less intensive wing of the NICU. He has graduated to an incubator and during the transition, we were allowed to hold him. Grandma and Grandpa Hauta arrived during this time and were able to be with us before he was put in his incubator.

Hugo has a long way to go. At this time doctors tell us to assume his discharge date will but around his due date (Oct 16, 2017). But we're so happy he has had such a strong beginning!