Well the twins turned 1 week old today and I couldn't be happier. There really hasn't been much change today other than the fact that I got to hold my precious Baby Girl for the first time today and boy was I in mommy heaven!
When the twins are stable enough, they like the parents to do what's called "Kangaroo Care". It's skin to skin time that they say is proven to do wonders for the babies' health and development. Not to mention the snuggle time I get in. Madaline likes to be swaddled and to feel secure. When she s taken out of her comfort zone, she lets you know. Once they put her on my chest, her crying subsided and all was well in Maddie-World. I could have done that ALL DAY.
Ethan had an okay day today. I got to change his diaper which is always enjoyable. Thankfully he didn't pee on me today which I'm sure is only a sign of the times to come.
Both babies had head ultrasounds today to check for brain hemorrhaging. The preliminary reports came back for both of them as negative, which was very good to hear. They will continue to repeat this test to and to monitor this possibility.
In the meantime, I have been talking with my mom and sister. They have been communicating with us about all the support and prayers we are getting and I couldn't be more thankful to have such wonderful support around our "Party of Four". I thank God for every one of you and will try to keep you all up to date as to how my gorgeous twins are doing. Thank you all again and we love you.
Pictures:The bottom picture is Ethan getting his temperature checked by Daddy.
The picture on the top is my first time holding Madaline. The machine on her head is the CPAP machine that helps her breathe a little easier. Ethan's machine is a stronger one, but doesn't have the big hoses that cover up their faces.
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