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Well\u2026 someone decided he was in charge last night. Apparently, Jaime has figured out that if he doesn\u2019t want his NG tube, he can just take it out himself\u2026 and that\u2019s exactly what he did overnight. \ud83e\udd26\u200d\u2640\ufe0f<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Needless to say, Mommy and Daddy got a lot less sleep than they were hoping for. To make things even more exciting, Mommy got called in to work too, so it has definitely been one of those days.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The upside? Jaime is feeling strong enough to keep everyone on their toes! He\u2019s getting more determined every day, and while we\u2019d prefer he leave his tube alone, we can\u2019t help but smile at that stubborn little personality shining through.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He\u2019s had some extra congestion with this tube change, so hopefully he can get to feeling better this afternoon. Here\u2019s hoping tonight involves a little more sleep, a tube that stays put, and a lot less excitement. \ud83d\udc99(And judging by that grin, we\u2019re not convinced he has any regrets. \ud83d\ude09)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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