Our John is “SO BIG”.  Today, he is one month old!  Angie was elated when she visited John yesterday and his feeding tube was removed!  She immediately sent a text to his grandparents, aunts, and uncles of his “so big” photo to share the fantastic news.  This was one of the last major milestones John needed to accomplish prior to discharge.  Over the past few days, he has slowly increased his feedings by mouth.  With less reliance on the feeding tube, the doctors determined that it was time for the feeding tube to be pulled!  Now he is on an ad hoc schedule, eating on his own terms with timing and amounts.  His only goal is to gain weight.

Today, we received word that tomorrow is the big day!  John’s day was filled with final preparations of a successful car seat test, a hearing test, and vaccinations.  The photos below document some of the tests, along with his first ‘boo-boo’ from a scratch.  Mittens will be needed for the future!  He is definitely ready to meet his big brother and Dunder Dog.  Mom and Dad spent the evening preparing for Johnny’s welcome home by installing car seats and cleaning.  Dunder even prepared by getting a full bath at the vet.  We are looking forward to tomorrow morning to finally bring our Johnny home.