[Mears]

Does anyone know how little Dylan Coles is doing?

I can't even imagine a baby under 1 lb.What are it's chances to be without severe problems,even if it lives?

[jocon307]

"I can't even imagine a baby under 1 lb.What are it's chances to be without severe problems[?]"

I don't know much about this, but of course, we were all that small once. My understanding is that it is the lungs that develop last, and this baby doesn't even seem to be on breath support. She appears to be perfectly formed, and by the report is quite lively. So maybe she will be fine. She is just living these next few months of her life in an unexpected place. I imagine one would have to guard against infection, but other than that she should be expected to do ok. She is really a very cute baby girl, and even cynical my hubby is impressed!

There is nothing like a baby, they possess great power, I just really like babies.

[Ruth A.]

I know a miracle baby similar to this. Over 18 years ago he was born extrememly early and under 1 pound. The doctors didn't expect him to live. Through many prayers and a blessing he did--much to the amazement of the nurses and doctors. They braced the parents and said he would probably suffer brain damage or other problems. No problem ever surfaced.

[VeritatisSplendor]

I'd say this baby's chances are pretty darn good - off life-support after two days - the life support itself can cause problems. she's a tough one.

Mrs VS

[JonathansMommie]

My Son was 4lbs 31/2 oz at birth.he had to be on oxygen and a heart monitor for about 5 months after birth but today he is a healthy 30lb 20 month old and the joy of my life.

[homeschool mama]

A baby born to friends of ours weighed 15 oz. He'll be 13 in November, is doing *very* well in school, ski's, fishes and hikes. :o)

[oceanperch]

Neurological damage aka Cerebral Palsy is not something that can be predicted untill about 1yr. of age and I believe in preemies that would be 1yr after the normal due date.

However having a son that survived birth trauma and is severe qad Cerbral Palsy with a very high IQ (meaning higher than the average person) he would not choose the altenative to life.

It has been a fight for him to thrive for 24yrs with all the bells and whistles of medical technolligy and my fulltime care. We both appreciate the gift of life.

Matter of fact I am getting ready to get him up in his wheelchair so he can go to the local DJ dance where he can spin his wheels as I prance him around the dance floor. If he isn't spewing copious secretions out of his trach we may have a little dinner. He also enjoys playing a little roullette. Lastly getting to socialize with everyone is the best part.

I grew tired of fighting for his rights to an education which he maintained a B+ throughout high school and he fought to get through school not having the energy as he is basically stuck at the birth in so far as development in a 6ft tall body at a 175lbs.

We both worked hard against society for his first 21 yrs. Now he enjoys a life of just getting out 3-4times a week to socialize. Wheather it be the Gem and Mineral show, comedy show at the local Casino or visiting the local nursing home.

Unfortunetly I am getting older so we are slowing down. Luckily we did a lot of traveling when he was smaller/younger.

Regardless of any disability the bottom line is we both savor bieng alive everyday. Despite the hassles and frustrations when dealing with esp. the business part of society.

[Happygal]

A cousin of mine had a baby who was exactly 1 lb at birth.

The baby is now a wirey little eight year old.
Still small in stature, but as healthy (and stubborn) as they come!

Thank God.! :-)