Day 54: I'm GOING HOME!!

The day that we have all been waiting for is HERE!

After my big weigh in last night, all I needed was the go-ahead from the doctors during rounds. Of course there was a glitch in my chart.  The system reported I had lost 50 grams, but luckily nurse Lindsey and Mom made a stink about it and Dr. Patel agreed to re-weigh me.

My resident team- Dr. Patel pulled rank and said he got to hold me because he's the attending.

I had gained even more weight so it was no big deal, but it was kind of a funny start to they day.

Lots of people came by to see me off

Dr. Lange told me to listen to my parents.  He's big so  I didn't argue with him.

Voni helped Mommy through 2 bouts of mastitis and helped me learn to breastfeed

Dr. Phillips coached my Mom from the beginning of her hospital stay.

Lindsey is my favorite non family member.  I sure will miss her.

Then it was time to change outfits and pack up!

Super Malala

Car seat time

Let's blow this joint!

 And head out the door!

My home for the first 54 days of life.

Mom and Dad dreamed of this moment.

And motor on home!

HOME!

My new room

The NICU was a frustrating, but amazing place.  Without it and all the caring people that work there, I would not be here.  Mom and Dad are forever grateful for the special people that showed love and support we received while there.

I will keep blogging here and there, but for now I have to figure out how all this will work on our own.  Thanks for all the thoughts and prayers, and for reading!

We made a sappy & EPIC slideshow of my journey.  It took a long time, and I dare you not to cry.

VIEW MY JOURNEY BY CLICKING HERE!!!

  

Peace Out
Malala