Tube Weaning: Day 11

What a different kid we saw today!!  There were no periods of gloominess.  I made sure to feed him every 2 hours and he beat his record. He had lamb for the first time today, plenty of avocado and he consumed almost as many calories by mouth as he has been getting via tube before.  He also beat his old drinking record, taking 2.5 oz. in 10 minutes.  We're seeing a steady increase in his consumption now every day. The key for him now is fluids and protein.  We have to figure out how to get him to drink a protein rich beverage.  Our options are limited due to milk protein allergies but we will try neocate splash tomorrow and if that doesn't work we might have to experiment with soy milk.  Tonight he gets some pedialyte but no formula. Looking forward to tomorrow.  The house is a mess as I spend most of my time preparing food and feeding and washing Auggie.