We have been told about 7 different 'coming home' dates for the babies since my last posting. We realize now that we have to take it day by day and just be ready when they call and tell us to come pick up our kids. They have had a few hiccups to set them back, but they are nothing major---they say the babies are just acting their age (almost 36 weeks). We were told we can take them home on monitors, but we didn't really feel comfortable with that, so we were going to let them know, but then the DR. came in and made it easy for us...he didn't think it was a good idea himself since there are 3 of them. We will be too busy. So, we will continue our daily trips up to the hospital, knowing that they are in good hands while we can't be with them. I'm guessing they will probably come home later this week or this weekend?
Jimmy weighed 5lbs 3 oz, Jenna 4lbs 9 oz, and Cassie 4lbs 7 oz last night. They are filling out their preemie clothes! Nothing else too exciting going on....just trying to get the house ready. Allison is so excited to meet her brother and sisters! I can't wait to get some pictures of all four of them together.
Jenna had an MRI last Fri and we had an appt with the neurologist this afternoon. He pretty much told us the same thing about not really thinking they cysts on her brain are going to be a big deal. It could still lead to something, but only time will tell. From his experience in seeing this type of stuff, it usually turns out to be nothing. But for now, she is just perfect! He said it could lead to a learning/development disability, but probably nothing more than any other preemie has the risk of. The location of the cysts are on the front of the brain and isn't consistent in what he has seen when there are major problems. Thanks for all of the prayers (and keep them coming for all of them!). All of the babies qualify for a program called First Steps, where they do follow ups on the babies and make sure they are developing okay (sort of like a Parents as Teachers type program). Since we had this issue with Jenna, all of the babies will probably be followed up by Dr. Mantovani (the neurologist).
Look--no more tubes/wires on our faces :)
Jimmy weighed 5lbs 3 oz, Jenna 4lbs 9 oz, and Cassie 4lbs 7 oz last night. They are filling out their preemie clothes! Nothing else too exciting going on....just trying to get the house ready. Allison is so excited to meet her brother and sisters! I can't wait to get some pictures of all four of them together.
Jenna had an MRI last Fri and we had an appt with the neurologist this afternoon. He pretty much told us the same thing about not really thinking they cysts on her brain are going to be a big deal. It could still lead to something, but only time will tell. From his experience in seeing this type of stuff, it usually turns out to be nothing. But for now, she is just perfect! He said it could lead to a learning/development disability, but probably nothing more than any other preemie has the risk of. The location of the cysts are on the front of the brain and isn't consistent in what he has seen when there are major problems. Thanks for all of the prayers (and keep them coming for all of them!). All of the babies qualify for a program called First Steps, where they do follow ups on the babies and make sure they are developing okay (sort of like a Parents as Teachers type program). Since we had this issue with Jenna, all of the babies will probably be followed up by Dr. Mantovani (the neurologist).
Look--no more tubes/wires on our faces :)
Cassie
Jenna
Jimmy
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They look more perfect every time I see them. I can't wait to spoil them rotten.
They are adorable. I can't wait til you have them home!! Soon enough!
Wow - Cassie looks like Marissa as a newborn now that she is filling out!! They are all tooo tooo cute! I am glad you are waiting, as hard as it is, but soon they will be home for good! Love the pix!
OMG, are they not the cutest things anyone has ever seen? I cannot wait until they get home so you guys can start your family life together. I also can't wait to meet them in person. The pictures are beautiful. I can't believe how big they've grown already. Jimmy has a little double chin and chunks on the legs already. His legs looked like little sticks at Christmas time only 2 weeks ago. As always, we keep you guys, Alli, and the babies in our prayers. I know everything is going to be fine with Jenna. God is good! Love you guys. Jackie
Great news. They'll be home soon enough and then it'll be hard to keep your camera charged I'm sure!
The babies look so good! You're in good hands with Dr Montavani, that's Hayden's neurologist too. He tells it like it is so if he isn't too concerned about the cysts than I wouldn't be either. THe First Steps program is awesome! I hope you find great therapists to work with.
Jimmy looks like Jim. I love his little fuzzy head. I cant tell about the other 2 yet I will have to see them in person :) They are getting really big!
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