Nick and I just returned from the NICU where we got to hold the babies for the first time! We even got to feed them their 5 mL of milk! They are off oxygen and tolerating it wonderfully! Julia is on phototherapy for an ever-so-slightly elevated bilirubin level. They still have IVs that will be weaned as they're feeding amount increases. In the next day or so, once we can verify their ability to suck-swallow-and breathe, the Neonatologist said we can try nursing.
We have received the very best care from my former colleagues, it's funny to hear now how closely they were all monitoring my labor and delivery, and were genuinely shocked that I didn't have a c-section, given how long it took. They tried their best to keep the babies out of the NICU but they did what was very best. Truth be told, I have so much peace of mind knowing that by the time we head home, they will have been given a clean bill of health! The Neonatologist said he wouldn't be surprised if they came home the beginning of next week!
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| Mommy & Jules |
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| Mommy & Jules, Daddy & James |
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Jules up close and personal. She was a little fidgety while I was holding her...
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| ...But it seems that Nick has found his napping buddy. :) |
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| Julia appeared to be far more content sunbathing on her bili blanket. :) |
LOVE!!!!!!!!!!
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Amazing pics!!! Laughed out loud at the boys snoozing. You are GLOWING and for great reason!! So thrilled they are doing so well!
ReplyDeleteThey are adorable and I'm so happy for you that you didn't have a c-section. Big congratulations, you have such an adorable family!
ReplyDeleteCongrats! Julia and James are beautiful! What an amazing family. Sending love from California! Gina
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