Belle was under the UV light when we came to visit her this morning. UV light therapy helps prevent conditions like jaundice.
The threat of a blood infection created some new concerns, but Arabella's being looked after very well. They'll do her blood cultures again today, and in 48 hours we'll have a clear sense of how she's doing.
So far, so good, considering everything.
She went down to 840 grams, but hopefully she'll be back in the 900's soon. Arabella is finally back on full feeds with fortifier (extra calories).
Since the infection scare, the nurses had to stop her feeds, so poor Belle was essentially fasting most of the time she was at Sick Kids. At least she still got her liquids and electrolytes.
During her blood transfusion (yesterday) they had to hold her feeds as well, so that was another 5-6 hours without food.
Speaking of fasting, my wonderful dad has been fasting for Arabella's intention every Friday since she was born. He only drinks water on Fridays.
This is the season of Lent, after all. It's a time for clarity and strength. A time to re-focus, to sort through all of the things going on in your life.
Here's Arabella today, looking right at Kiera 💗
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