Nicholas had physical therapy today. Really, the therapist did some infant massage. Nicholas wasn't sure what it was all about at first and pulled back as most people touch his leg and foot to do a heal stick for blood. The longer she worked with him, the more relaxed he got. She only did one side today and will do the other side next time. They like to start slowly and progress into more of a full body infant massage. Eventually, Nicholas will recognize the smell of the oil and know that he will be receiving positive touch versus someone coming into his isolette for other reasons. I was trying to figure out how I could crawl into the isolette for a little massage myself. He is still on the CPAP, pressure of 4 and FiO2 of 28%. They are going to leave him there for the weekend and look to start some nasal cannula trials next week. We all are looking forward to the nasal cannula trials for us to see more of his face and for him to have a break from the CPAP mask.
Hey little dude, that's pretty special to have your own massage therapist. I'll bet that felt so neat and good. Too bad you aren't able to do the blogging to help out Moms. It must get boring just laying there wondering who will interrupt your peace and serenity next.
ReplyDeleteWe really enjoyed the pix of the first bathing. I'll bet that was fun for you and know they will look forward to many more of those until you can do the bathing yourself.
Give your Moms a big Valentine hug and snuggle in for the kangaroos.
Love you all.
Judy/Dave
SO CUTE!!!!
ReplyDeleteHey moms, You know now how much I liked this massage so go some place else, so that I can get to sleep.....
ReplyDeletei love you nick you r so cute!!!!
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