Fifteen and Sixteen weeks old

Actual: Fifteen weeks (December 16th - 22nd)
Corrected: Two weeks
Weight: 6 pounds 14 ounces (December 20th)

Evan had another balloon dilation this week. He sounded so good before the appointment that Andrew and I were secretly hoping the ENT doctor would take a look and say "All better!" While this didn't happen, Evan's airway was a lot more open than previous procedures. This means the scar tissue is healing! Unfortunately, as they had to bag him (to help with breathing) a lot during the procedure, his stomach filled with air and he had a hard time breathing when he started waking up. He ended up intubated until about 4 pm. It was so hard to see him intubated again. I knew it was only for a little while, but it was still difficult. Since the PICU census was low, we were on the side with private rooms. This was nice, but suuuuuper chilly. I actually got a full night's sleep since the night nurse did all the feedings and diaper changes. I guess if Evan's in the hospital I should let the nurses do their jobs! :) Since Evan's throat looked so much better, the doctor scheduled the next procedure for four weeks out. Four weeks! I think Andrew and I are going to be a wreck weeks 3-4... stay tuned.

The following day we were discharged in the morning and went straight to the eye doctor next door. Evan's left eye is looking great. The right eye still has some scar tissue that isn't going away. It had been a few weeks since the doctor saw any changes so he wanted us to go to see another eye specialist in Rochester for a second opinion. Thankfully she was able to fit us in the next day (Thursday). Evan was a champ on his first road trip to Rochester. He was pretty unimpressed and slept the whole time. The specialist in Rochester would be the doctor that would perform the surgery on Evan's eye should it progress. After a quick peak, she said that we would just monitor it for now. The next month is crucial since Evan is now full term and the eyes are forming all their connections. I guess Andrew and I will just be on pins and needles until then.

Evan's physical therapy and occupational therapy through the Early Intervention program also started this week. He slept through both appointments. Whoops. At this stage, PT and OT will have a little bit of cross over

Hot dog! Got my dino. I am all set for hangin' out.

Evan is filling the sling out more.
Still never too early to teach him the importance of Toolbelt Thursday.

Geesh, finish up with the pictures! I have snuggling to do!

I don't always pee in my bath, but when I do, I'm serious about it.

So you're telling me because I'm cute, I don't have to be good!?

You're planning on taking HOW many pictures!?

This is as good a time as any to practice my Thriller moves.

Seriously Gma, what's with shoving me into things?!
Baskets, a stocking... what's next?!

Excuse me! This hat is waaay too big.

This is what a pile of snuggles looks like.

Actual: Sixteen weeks (December 23rd - 29th)
Corrected: Three weeks
Weight: 7 pounds 7 ounces (December 27th)

We were back at the eye doctor on Monday. It had been just 3 days so we weren't expecting too much change. We were able to go to Gma and Grampa's house for a nice visit. Evan also got to snuggle with his other Grandma for the first time. He christened her by sliming her nice scarf. Oh well, good thing he's cute!

It felt weird not being with my family on Christmas Eve. It's the first time in my life I haven't been at my Grandparent's. Andrew, Evan and I enjoyed a nice night at the house. Evan opened up his Christmas Eve present - An Otis Christmas. It's a cute little story about a tractor that saves the day (and new baby horse!) Evan was a good little listener.

Evan enjoyed his new books from Santa and us. He got a few little toys, but nothing that he can't play with just yet. Andrew also got him set for Opening Day of Baseball - Evan has 3 new Yankee's onzies to wear. Hopefully they don't let him down again this year...

Christmas Day was spent with Evan's other Grandma (Andrew's mom). Evan was a little more awake for this visit.

I'll wake up in juuuust a second Grandma.

Ugh, working from home is boring Daddy!

My Christmas Eve present you say?
How the heck am I supposed to break into this thing?!

OMGosh! Is Otis going to make it in time? Keep reading Daddy!

Hi Momma. Why can't we just hang out like this?
I don't really feel like turning my head. I've done it once. Meh.

Go to sleep? But why? I wanna see this "Santa" everyone's been talking about.

Um 'scuse me. This Christmas morning snuggle isn't working for me.
There's a dog ear in my line of vision.

I still don't get it. A fat man breaks into our house, steals cookies and milk and leaves presents?
I'd rather just keep the creeper out and drink my milk thank you.

Ermergerd Uncle Owey! What did you put on my head?!

Well, if the crown fits, might as well rule the kingdom.
First order of business... anointing a royal baby holder. I no longer want to sleep in my bassinet.

Hey Layla. How about helping your brother out.
You distract Momma and Daddy and I'll do tricks while they're not looking.