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Friday 10/29/2010

Great news from the doctor today! Ethan weighed in at an amazing 12 lbs. 1 oz. Way to go, big guy! Okay, so we know that isn't really a lot for a 3 month old to weigh, but for us, its HUGE! Also, Dr. Smith feels that Ethan is doing so well that he doesn't need to see him for three weeks, not until his 4 month checkup! This is great!

Next week is going to be a busy week. Monday we'll have our regular monthly visit from the dietitian and an evaluation from the developmental/hearing specialist. Tuesday we are going to go to our first Baby Talk Times. Wednesday we are going to try to visit some friends here in town. Thursday we have another ABR and the hearing aid evaluation with our Audiologist in Springfield. Friday we are going to go to our first infant play group at Pershing Early Learning Center. I'll let everyone know how the week turns out. :)

Ethan is going to have a swallow study soon, since he's still having some difficulty with feedings, but that hasn't been scheduled yet. We'll keep everyone updated.

This week, please pray for the families of PBD kids everywhere. It's been a tough month for the PBD family, as two little ones are now in the presence of our Lord. Although we can take hope from knowing this, please pray for comfort and strength for the families who have lost their precious children.

"For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son,that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life."
-John 3:16

"Instead, they were longing for a better country—a heavenly one. Therefore God is not ashamed to be called their God, for he has prepared a city for them."
-Hebrews 11:16

"He will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death or mourning or crying or pain, for the old order of things has passed away." (in Heaven)
-Revelation 21:4
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