Archive for November, 2009

It’s the end of our third day.  As the pictures show(Madison on left), Madison no longer has the tube going into her stomach.  She still coughs up some blood from every so often but the doctors say it will take some time for her to clear what she ingested during the birthing process.  They decided it would be best to keep her overnight (Monday) as they wean her off her isolet (temp controlled environment) and transition her from the IV for feeding to breast milk alone.  Allison has been able to pump successfully so Madison has been getting the “good stuff” through a bottle.  We feel very fortunate that Allison was able to carry the girls to term and that we’re off to a great start.  We expect to leave Wednesday and are praying that Madison will be eating well and ready to go with us.  We are truly enjoying this time!  God is amazing and we are so thankful for His goodness.

Ruby Elizabeth – 11/28/09 – 2:17am – 5 lbs. 12 oz. – 18 in. long (on left)

Madison Lynn – 11/28/09 – 2:18am – 4 lbs. 13 oz. – 17 in. long (on right)

Both babies are doing very well.  Madison took in a little blood into her stomach and that’s why she has a tube in her mouth.  The doctors wanted to keep her up in the NICU until Monday morning just to be sure she’s doing all right.  We go up to see her often and feel great about the care she’s getting.  Pray with us that she gets to join us on Monday.

Allison is doing great also.  She’s a bit sore and tired as you can imagine but we’re both so thankful to God for these two amazing blessings.  Celebrate with us!

We had more growth measurements done on Thursday (11/5).  Ruby weighed 5 lbs. and Madison weighed 4 lbs. 7 0z.  For the first time in weeks we got to see Ruby’s face and here it is.  In case you’re having a hard time figuring out what you’re looking at, you should be able to see a tiny bit of her left eye, her nose and her juicy lips.  Unfortunately, no pictures of Madison.  We hit 35 weeks this Wednesday.  We are more excited everyday!

Getting closer…

Aunt Marcia came to town last week.  She and Al had a great time hanging out and working on the nursery.  We always have fun when Marcia comes to town.