Some days are great when all babies are doing well.
Some days are very stressful when one or more takes at least one step back in their progress. It is difficult to leave the hospital on those nights.
Dr. R (Neonatologist) told us yesterday to fully enjoy the good days. And on the bad days... look for the good days.
Emery and Isaac have both been put back on the CPAP machine (for respiratory support) in the last few days.
Luckily, they are requiring very little oxygen.
Parker is hanging in there just on nasal cannula.
They have all gained significant weight, but both Parker and Emery have some swelling in their feet, hands and face, so some of their gain is water weight.
They are all receiving the nutrition they need through TPN (Total Parental Nutrition) which is infused into their veins, but Parker and Emery have also been tolerating increasing "trickle feeds" of milk.
Isaac was seen by a Pediatric Gastroenterologist yesterday because they were concerned about bowel obstruction... but considering the two very dirty diapers Matt changed last night... looks like that isn't an issue anymore :-).
I was able to hold Isaac and Emery each for an hour yesterday which, of course, made their mother very, very happy :-).
So overall things are going well. Every day that they get older, gain weight and are free of infection is a step in the right direction and brings us closer to the time when they will be more stable. My mom is here until tomorrow and last night she was able to hold a few of the babies while they were being weighed. Matt and Mom also took a series of pictures of Isaac next to a dollar bill, quarter, etc in order to better represent their size. I will post a few more pictures in the next day or two.
One more day down...
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You are so brave, mama! I'm sure it's difficult leaving your littles every night when you're worried. Despite their setbacks, it sounds like they are doing very well, overall. I bet it is heaven when you get to hold your babies. I saw the pics and it warmed my heart to see 3 precious babies taking turns laying on your chest. What a miracle! Take care and know you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Wow!! I sure hope today proves to be a great day for all of the little ones!!! Thanks for taking the time to post for us to keep us updated!! We are so rooting for you all - to get stronger each day - you too - I hope you are feeling more and more like yourself. All of the babies sound feisty and strong - great news about their weight gains and feedings!!! I agree that there is no better feeling than when you are holding and snuggling with your baby:) Glad your mom is there now........hey, another awesome song to check out in your "free time" is by Storyside B called Be still - it is a powerful song and has given me a boost many times:) Hang in there!!!
Good to hear that the babies are gaining weight. I'm glad your Mom was let loose to come and visit. Say 'Hi' to her for me. I can tell that you and the little ones are being blessed. The day will soon come when you'll be taking those little ones home with you. What a day that will be!
Rich
What an emotional roller coaster! If anyone can do it, it is you and Matt. Hang in there. It will be the best day when you bring those three little ones home!
Seriously, does Mom spend ANY time in the mission field? Honestly! ;)
Remember when you got shin splints right before track season and you spent half of Spring Break at Deschutes River Ranch at some random pool in Redmond running in water?
Remember when you spent hours up at the church practicing your dance to "I Sing the Body Electric" while I played hoops?
Well, this is really nothing like those instances, but I thought it would be a good reminder that you are capable of great things (yes, even dancing to the Fame soundtrack or running in water), and so are the kids.
Looking at the pictures of the kids I have just one thing to say....Wow! And re: Dave's comment, I wholeheartedly agree. "Fame" rocks, and therefore so do you!
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