A post from Mommy

Hello everyone! Since I am now on the mend, I thought I would finally make an entry on the blog. First off I want to thank Albie for creating this blog and keeping it up to date. Reading the blog posts and everyone's comments was something I looked forward to everyday while I was in the hospital. The support we received was wonderful and we couldn't have done it without all of your prayers and support.

It is nice to be home but bittersweet leaving the boys in the hospital everyday. I know they are where they have to be for now. I was so impressed with the doctors and nurses at the hospital and continue to be impressed with the staff in the NICU. We know the boys are in good hands. Albie and I are learning new things everyday and although the NICU was intimidating at first, as the days go by it seems easier.

I spent the day with the boys today. They continue to do well. Both boys are tolerating their feedings (via a feeding tube) and gaining weight. The doctors have started Alex on a very slow feeding schedule of breastmilk to ensure his digestive system does not become overloaded. Because Anthony is bigger, they doctors have not restricted his feedings and he is up to almost an ounce of breastmilk every three hours. The boys both love to sleep but when they are awake they are very alert! Alex slept during most of my visit today but seemed quite content. Anthony slept until his hands on care and afterwards was wide eyed and curious. I snuck a picture of him through his isolette door on my cell phone. Hi Mommy!

Albie and I are both very proud the be Mommy and Daddy to these two beautiful little boys! We are counting the days until we can take them home. Please keep us in your prayers and stay tuned! Love, Tricia