It's been 1 month

It was now the beginning of October and we were able to bring Bella home. It took 2 weeks to get Bella off the feeding tube and onto full bottle feeds. We realized two things in this process. One the milk was being fortified with formula and it was too thick for her to handle. And two my frozen milk had soured and she wouldn't eat it. Once we lessened the formula additive and gave her fresh milk, she took the bottle much better and was able to get off the feeding tube.
We went to millions of doctors visits. We had at least one visit per week. I won't even begin to go into all the details.
All in all, Bella was generally a good baby, besides all her medical and feeding issues. She slept fairly well, and most times had to be awoken to feed so that she could continue to gain weight.

Here Bella and Colby are getting introduced!!

Bella and the dogs. We get many questions as to how the dogs have reacted to Bella or vice-versa. Basically they could all care less about each other. Although the dogs are a little jealous of Bella's toys!!

Checking out my fishes.
Our first family portrait.


Our little pumpkin. Bella had a busy first Halloween, for being so little. We had a trick-or-treat at my work. We visited Dad at his office, and then later we went around the neighborhood. We also had visits from our cousin Lizzy and our friend Taylor.

I also wanted to thank all of the friends and relatives that supported us during these times. We are forever grateful for all that you did!!