Tuesday, January 27, 2009
Tuesday, January 20, 2009
Winter is on a diet. I am not kidding.
The twins recently had their developmental follow up with Pennsylvania Hospital. They passed with two big thumbs up. For the most part, that is. Winter needs to work on his upper body strength and also watch his weight. Our little tree trunk is on a diet. We have cut out almost one bottle, adding cereal in its place. He is not too happy about it, poor guy!
Hooray for Obama!
I normally do not let the babies watch any TV, but I felt this was a worthwhile occasion. They particularly liked Aretha Franklin's performance, as did I.
Tuesday, December 23, 2008
Simone and Winter update Dec 2008
The wee ones are growing like weeds—so much so that we had to start them on baby cereal (see big sister helping feed them below) a little before I had planned (after the craziness of the holidays). Hungry little buggers.
Both are fashioning a regular schedule for us, which is nice now they sleep longer at night (cross your fingers -- they did 12 hours for the past four nights -- lets hope it sticks) and are more aware and playful during the day.
They had a check up a couple weeks ago and passed with flying colors. Winter is almost a whopping 20 lbs and Simone is almost 17. They should be rolling over and grabbing their feet soon. I am guessing Simone will do it first. Winter has alot of bulk to heft around, so he might be mobile a bit later then his more dainty twin sister. I would guess that Winter may talk first because he is much more vocal, at least so far. Simmers smiles at everthing, while Winter is a tough crowd. Congrats to anyone who can get him to chuckle. Hazel wins the prize lately.
Both babies are a joy to be around and, knock on wood, are easy to console. Winter's reflux seems to be fading, but not the spit up that comes along with it! His new nick name is Spitty! Look out Pop Pop!
We had a visit from my brother, Dustin, his wife, Nina, and their two boys, Riley and Fletcher for week in early December. I was bummed we were not able to produce a snowy visit for the clan from LA. Next time. My dad, Paul (aka Pop Pop) and Alice (Grammie Alice) came down as well for the visit. It was the first time this part of the family met the twins. It was very nice to have extra hands around. They sure did get spoiled with all the holding!
My dad just retired. I have not met another person who deserves it more. I dont have to tell him to enjoy it because I know he will.
Both are fashioning a regular schedule for us, which is nice now they sleep longer at night (cross your fingers -- they did 12 hours for the past four nights -- lets hope it sticks) and are more aware and playful during the day.
They had a check up a couple weeks ago and passed with flying colors. Winter is almost a whopping 20 lbs and Simone is almost 17. They should be rolling over and grabbing their feet soon. I am guessing Simone will do it first. Winter has alot of bulk to heft around, so he might be mobile a bit later then his more dainty twin sister. I would guess that Winter may talk first because he is much more vocal, at least so far. Simmers smiles at everthing, while Winter is a tough crowd. Congrats to anyone who can get him to chuckle. Hazel wins the prize lately.
Both babies are a joy to be around and, knock on wood, are easy to console. Winter's reflux seems to be fading, but not the spit up that comes along with it! His new nick name is Spitty! Look out Pop Pop!
We had a visit from my brother, Dustin, his wife, Nina, and their two boys, Riley and Fletcher for week in early December. I was bummed we were not able to produce a snowy visit for the clan from LA. Next time. My dad, Paul (aka Pop Pop) and Alice (Grammie Alice) came down as well for the visit. It was the first time this part of the family met the twins. It was very nice to have extra hands around. They sure did get spoiled with all the holding!
My dad just retired. I have not met another person who deserves it more. I dont have to tell him to enjoy it because I know he will.
Sunday, November 30, 2008
Tuesday, November 11, 2008
Monday, November 10, 2008
Simmers has been released!
Simone was released today and Winter will probably be sent home tomorrow. Keep your fingers crossed! They are over the virus for the most part except Winter's oxygen level drops a little too low when he is in a deep sleep, so they want to watch him for one more night.
Daniel will stay overnight with Winter while I will be home for a girls-only night painting finger nails and having pillow fights.
Now Simone has TWO reasons to tease her big brother (by 45 seconds) when they grow up -- she was released from the hospital before her bro twice!
Daniel will stay overnight with Winter while I will be home for a girls-only night painting finger nails and having pillow fights.
Now Simone has TWO reasons to tease her big brother (by 45 seconds) when they grow up -- she was released from the hospital before her bro twice!
Sunday, November 9, 2008
Update
We have a hopefull ETA of tomorrow for the twins' discharge, we'll see. Simone is pretty much a lock, we're about 75% certain Winter will come home as well. Cross your fingers!
Saturday, November 8, 2008
RSV update
The twins are still at CHOP. Daniel stayed with them last night. They are still progressing well. Simone no longer needs oxygen and is on room air starting 4am this morning. Winter's oxygen needs have gone down little by little. As of this morning he is on 1 liter (down from 2). Go Fraleys!
Winter's nurse's name is Simone!
Winter's nurse's name is Simone!
Friday, November 7, 2008
Still at CHOP
The twins are still at CHOP, but on the mend. They are in good spirits, smiling, eating, tooting, peeing, and pooping. Their lungs are still congested but are comfortable with oxygen help. The goal is to wean them off the oxygen little by little. Once they spend one night oxygen-free, they can come home. The staff at CHOP is absolutely amazing. Its comforting knowing they are in the best children's hospital in the country. Everything is taken care of for the parents, including room service meals, only $5 for any meal on the menu!
I found out that we were lucky to have them in the same room because their unit is full. I cannot imagine how stressful it would be to run back and forth between rooms! Whew!
I stayed the last two nights and Daniel is going to stay with them tonight so I can spend some time with Hazel, whom I have not seen since Wednesday. My mom (Nana) has given me breaks and spent time during the day with them. When I left this morning, she was giving them baths. Squeaky clean babes.
Cross your fingers we will all be back home in the next couple days.
I found out that we were lucky to have them in the same room because their unit is full. I cannot imagine how stressful it would be to run back and forth between rooms! Whew!
I stayed the last two nights and Daniel is going to stay with them tonight so I can spend some time with Hazel, whom I have not seen since Wednesday. My mom (Nana) has given me breaks and spent time during the day with them. When I left this morning, she was giving them baths. Squeaky clean babes.
Cross your fingers we will all be back home in the next couple days.
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