Saturday, May 23, 2009

Big Steps

Sorry about missing our blogging yesterday, but we didn't get home until about 11pm yesterday evening. We had visits from Heathers mother and oldest brother, and we didn't leave from visiting the babies until after 9. We then went to grab a bite to eat. So, the news is that the babies are both doing well. We have tried 3 times to get into the NICU today, but due to new admits we couldn't get in. The doctor just called a few minutes ago to give us an update. Mary Louise has had her IV and her PIC lines taken out, so she only has her feeding tube and nasal cannula. She is now classified as "Feeder and a Grower".
David was having issues with his breathing tube today so they took it out, and he seemed to be doing well enough that they were going to give him another 2 hours before they put his vent tube back in. But the fact that he could do well for a period of time is a great accomplishment for our little man.
Heather, her mother Karen, Damon (her oldest brother), and I participated in the March of Dimes "March for Babies" this morning, and had a nice 3 mile walk. Next year we will form a large team and have the babies with us. Women & children s hospital was the title sponsor and we got to see a lot of Heather's nurses and the babies nurses at the walk.
We are looking forward to a visit from Heather's good childhood friend Amanda tomorrow. We will update again later after we can get to see the babies.

3 comments:

  1. Praying for breathing, feeding, and growing with love. xxxxxxooooooooxxxxxxooooooo

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  2. It is so great to hear the good news about the progress of Mary Louise and David again. Have a great visit with Amanda. I can't wait to see both of you and your little angels.

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  3. Be sure that you let ALL of us know when that March of Dimes team is formed - we would love to come out and support your children (and others' too of course)!!!

    Hannah

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