Smart boys!
Day by day I am more impressed with how our boys are doing but, two days ago I was totally floored. Both of the boys have figured out how to hold their pacifiers in their mouths. It might not seem that big of a deal, but you have to remember these are preemies we are talking about. I got to capture this moment with Jaxon but Jordan was sleeping so peacefully I didn't want to distract him. Both boys really love their pacifiers and really get after them with full force. I did ask the nurses to give them their pacifiers when they eat so the can get used to sucking while eating.
Just a few changes with the boys this week. Jordan is off IV fluids and at first his urine output decreased, but they started giving him a little sterile water through his NG tube after he eats and that has helped tons. Jaxon has his head ultrasound today so please continue to pray for improvement. Originally the neurologist wanted to treat his IVH with a reservoir (basically they go right under the skin and drain the fluid with a balloon type device) but after looking over him more thoroughly they decided it wasn't necessary yet. The good thing is that the IVH is resolving himself on one side so hopefully we will just have to give it time. As scary as this sounds these things are extremely common in preemies.
Tomorrow is a HUGE day for the boys.....1 month birthday! Jyusef and I can't believe it's been a month already. If you go back and look the pictures from the first few days and now you can see how they have gained weight. I will try to take some pictures today so you can really see the difference. I really want to thank everyone for all the support and visits but especially my best friends who just try to keep me from going insane. I got a visit from a friend that has been there for me more times than I can count. When I had surgery almost 4 years ago she drove from out of town to visit me for 2 hours and then went right back home. It took her longer to get here then she actually stayed. Last year after we lost Ashlyn she spent the night with me when Jyusef was out of town and I didn't want to stay by myself. I'm telling you all this because it's people like this that keep you in check. So thank you Ashley! I love you so much and I'm so blessed to have such a good friend like you(for over 12 years now)! We are blessed to have numerous friends like this and I don't mean to single one person out, I'm just trying to make a point. I can't wait for the boys to establish relationships with all these special people in our lives. Brandy, you better prepare Whitten and Titus, it won't be long until ALL of our boys will be playing together.
Well I guess I should stop rambling on and on, sorry about the big lapse between posts. Enjoy the picture!
Just a few changes with the boys this week. Jordan is off IV fluids and at first his urine output decreased, but they started giving him a little sterile water through his NG tube after he eats and that has helped tons. Jaxon has his head ultrasound today so please continue to pray for improvement. Originally the neurologist wanted to treat his IVH with a reservoir (basically they go right under the skin and drain the fluid with a balloon type device) but after looking over him more thoroughly they decided it wasn't necessary yet. The good thing is that the IVH is resolving himself on one side so hopefully we will just have to give it time. As scary as this sounds these things are extremely common in preemies.
Tomorrow is a HUGE day for the boys.....1 month birthday! Jyusef and I can't believe it's been a month already. If you go back and look the pictures from the first few days and now you can see how they have gained weight. I will try to take some pictures today so you can really see the difference. I really want to thank everyone for all the support and visits but especially my best friends who just try to keep me from going insane. I got a visit from a friend that has been there for me more times than I can count. When I had surgery almost 4 years ago she drove from out of town to visit me for 2 hours and then went right back home. It took her longer to get here then she actually stayed. Last year after we lost Ashlyn she spent the night with me when Jyusef was out of town and I didn't want to stay by myself. I'm telling you all this because it's people like this that keep you in check. So thank you Ashley! I love you so much and I'm so blessed to have such a good friend like you(for over 12 years now)! We are blessed to have numerous friends like this and I don't mean to single one person out, I'm just trying to make a point. I can't wait for the boys to establish relationships with all these special people in our lives. Brandy, you better prepare Whitten and Titus, it won't be long until ALL of our boys will be playing together.
Well I guess I should stop rambling on and on, sorry about the big lapse between posts. Enjoy the picture!
posted by Crichelle | 12:41 PM
5 Comments:
What a sweet picture! We are so excited for you all and the progress those smart boys are making. Thanks for keeping us updated - everyone has been asking about you guys. We love you and are praying for you all.
(P.S. Crichelle, give me a call when you get a free minute. I've been wanting to call you but didn't want to interrupt any precious time with Jordan and Jaxon...or any precious rest time!)
Hee hee! I just love those little fingers! They're so cute!
Hang in there boys! Hugs and prayers!
You made me cry!!!! I love you too, and I can't wait for these boys to get to know there auntie from another mama!
Jenny said that sucking on the pacifiers also helps their digestion - it releases enzymes or something. Whatever it is, it's good! :)
I'm thankful they are both doing so well as are you and Jyusef.
YAY! It is so good to read about their progress. Praise God! Y'all take care. Are you still staying across the street from the hospital? Can I do anything for you or bring you anything?
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