Well, Alexander has big news this week! He has gained up to 4 pounds although I suspect some of that is fluid. They are going to keep an eye on it because his little feet were a bit puffy. He is now big enough to wear clothes and regulate his own body temperature. The plan is to switch him to an open bed within the next several days. He is currently in a closed bed that helps hold the heat in. The new bed will make it easier for us to see him (and change diapers) and he will be be swaddled while in the bed. We were excited to see that he had his nasal cannula removed and is now breathing without any oxygen assistance at all. He is going to start learning to breastfeed soon which usually starts at 34 weeks gestation (he is 31). The running joke in the NICU is that he thinks her is bigger than he is!
Isabel has also made great strides. She is up to 3 pounds 2 ounces! We hope this is her beginning to take off in growth, but we will try and be patient. The Dr. says they will take her nasal cannula off in the next couple of days. "Alexander, watch out! She's catching up!" Last night I witnessed Isabel attempting to manipulate her daddy. They played a game where she cried. He put the pacifier in. She spit it out. After 30 seconds, more crying and this continued for about 30-45 minutes. Greg finally wised up to her game!
As for me, I am finally driving again after nearly a month. What a strange feeling being back behind the wheel! It is good to know that no matter what time of day I can jump in the car and go see our sweet babies...anytime I want :)
Don't blink; they are growing quickly....can't wait to get them home!!!!
Susan
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