After 7 days of steroids we have seen Elliot go from a high frequency vent to a conventional vent. Although many of you will not understand the reason for celebrating... imagine a constant pulsing vibration to silence, that's what the vent switch means to us, since we sit with him about 12 hours a day. It also means great things for Elliot lung development and for that we are thrilled, it's also easier for us to hold him which is a HUGE bonus.
He is still hooked up to his monitors so we have the occasional bells and whistles which are sometimes quite soothing and at other times easy to tune out. Elliot also had his Pic line removed this week, so no more iv's in the little guy. These are all milestones and we are thrilled with his progress. Speaking of milestones, today Elliot put on his first set of article of clothing...
We continue to see the him change, develop, grow and make us smile every day and while he tries things for the first time so do we. Carrie has transitioned from hat making to blanket and scarf making. BJ tried Reiki as a way to help him balance his energy. We have just taken a few days off from hat making but I imagine we will be back at it on Monday.
Thank you to everyone who watched his 1 month video and celebrated with us on Tuesday. Nearly 250 views and it was even brought up in Elliots rounds this morning (he has offically gone viral). We continue to recieve cards, emails, well wishes and prayers and you have all made a HUGE difference in our adventure here at Dartmouth...keep them coming and please stop in if your ever in the area! Till next ime...Live from Dartmouth!!!!
The Perry Family
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