Final Count Down!

24 hours and lots of changes!

So as of yesterday (June 25th) Avery is off aminophylline!!! They took her off yesterday and are going to see how she does. They said that normally the count is 7 days and baby goes home on 8th if no heart rate drops. However since Avery was on such a high does of aminophylline they are going to keep her a little longer than the 7/8 days. But if all goes well she will be home within 2 weeks! They actually gave us a date, which I am not going to share at this time. I'm going to keep it a surprise. :)

In case anyone is wondering what prompted this change this is basically a good example of why it is beneficial to have a primary nurse taking care of your baby. Not only do we have a nurse that is familiar with Avery and that Avery is familiar with, but we also have an advocate for her.

I have to say I am kind of nervous for Avery, but the doctor reviewed her case and made the decision to give it a try. I don't think he would have done that had he not thought she was ready. So over the next couple weeks make sure extra prayers are said for Avery. If she has a heart rate drop the count will start all over. If she has multiple drops she will most likely go back on aminophylline.