Hospital Stay

So Taylor was in the NICU for almost a week, for basically some lung issues. He was "formally" diagnosed with transient tachypnea and fluid in his lungs. His breathing improved quickly after he was on a CPAP (continuous positive air pressure) machine and then he was moved to forced oxygen for a while.


His last hurdle was that he became jaundiced after going off the IV, and had to be under the billirubin lights for a while before coming home. We are so proud of what a tough little guy he is.

I also have to say that I would not have been able to stand all the time in the hospital without visits, my family, books, mp3 players, and lots of snacks. It's rough having a child in the hospital, first when they can't be with you like a "normal" baby and then after you go home. It gives me a whole new perspective on motherhood.