Archer made a jump and got rid of the Vapotherm equipment that supplied his oxygen. He is now taking oxygen "off the wall" from a valve and oxygenation system. He went from taking 24% on 1.0 liters per minute flow to 100% on 0.2 liters per minute flow. The oxygen supplied must be maxed at 100%, though the amount going through is very minimal. He will most likely require a small amount of oxygen when he is home, and it's something he will hopefully outgrow within a few months time or less. This setup that is "off the wall" is very similar to what he will have at home, so it makes for a smooth transition.
Archer's feeding sessions are improving by the day. He is up to taking six full bottles or more (out of eight) within 30 minute time periods. The hospital issued nipple is working great. Archer still tends to fuss during feedings because of gas or sleepiness, but Mom and Dad are trying to help him work through it. He is taking gas drops every four hours and he loves the taste of them.
Archer has officially made it to 6 pounds! He received a new Kate's Kart book: 1 Fish 2 Fish Red Fish Blue Fish.
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