Today is Sunday, and not a lot was going on. Shawn and Brady visited this morning, complete with a new dump truck from Bonnie and 1,000 other trucks inside. It's pretty cute. My cell phone is currently out of batteries and we can't find the charger, so I'm a little out of touch. Messaging me or calling the direct line (404 459 1121) is the best way to reach me if you need me.
I've spent most of my day watching "True Blood" and HGTV, and the night looks like more of the same. Things are obviously deteriorating a bit at home, as evidenced by Brady's dinner request this evening: "Mommmy, I want beer and coke." :) Please don't call DFACS on us. ;)
We continue to hear stories about miracle babies whose mommies were in the same situation as we are now, and everything seemed to turn out okay. We can only hope and pray that we have a happy story of our own one day.
Tomorrow is the last day of my antibiotics, then Tuesday I'll get a dose of steroids to help develop the babies' lungs and other systems. If I make it 3 more weeks, we'll get more steroids for more development. Other than that, my meds are limited to the normal stuff (thankfully).
Our awesome neighbors now know our news and are mobilizing with meals, playdates for Brady, and doughnuts. We thank them from the bottom of our hearts, and we continue to thank you for your thoughts and prayers and visits and love.
More updates tomorrow...
Love,
Becky, Shawn, and Brady
Sunday, January 31, 2010
Saturday, January 30, 2010
Day 6: First Saturday, no changes
Today was a pretty low-key day. Nasty weather in Atlanta and several different illnesses seem to be taking a toll on the outside world, but so far, so good here at Northside Hospital. The girls are continuing to kick the heck out of me, and their heart rates are steady and strong. No changes today, and that's what we want for a long long time.
Friday, January 29, 2010
Ultrasound Update
Becky had an ultrasound to see where we stand this morning. The good news is that everything looks the same as it did on Monday. Baby A's sac is still low on fluid, but her heartbeat is strong and the blood flow is good.
We did learn an interesting fact. Having a Baby B there is actually gives Baby A more room to move and learn to breathe. Typically, if there is one baby and the fluid levels get low there becomes less and less room for the baby to move because the sac deflates. With Baby B there, there actually ends up being more room for Baby A to move. The reason being is that the membrane that is between them is soft and there is little resistance (unlike the surrounding organs). This allows Baby A to stretch and have more freedom of movement. This will help with lung development. Baby B is happy to help. It will be good practice for sharing a room later.
Everything else is status quo at the moment. Again the biggest risk is infection. With a tear in the sac, it allows bacteria in that would not be able to normally get there. If something gets in that causes an infection then it would cause labor. We are going to be looking into a large plastic bubble for Becky to live in for the next 10 weeks. I am actually shocked that Human Plastic Bubble had no matches on Craigslist.
On a personal note, Becky and I would like to thank everyone for the unbelievable support and love that we have received. We feel humbled, grateful and touched by every note, call, prayer and thought. I do not think there is any way that we will ever be able to truly express how much each and everyone of you means to us. In the meantime we love each and every one of you and thank you.
More updates soon!
We did learn an interesting fact. Having a Baby B there is actually gives Baby A more room to move and learn to breathe. Typically, if there is one baby and the fluid levels get low there becomes less and less room for the baby to move because the sac deflates. With Baby B there, there actually ends up being more room for Baby A to move. The reason being is that the membrane that is between them is soft and there is little resistance (unlike the surrounding organs). This allows Baby A to stretch and have more freedom of movement. This will help with lung development. Baby B is happy to help. It will be good practice for sharing a room later.
Everything else is status quo at the moment. Again the biggest risk is infection. With a tear in the sac, it allows bacteria in that would not be able to normally get there. If something gets in that causes an infection then it would cause labor. We are going to be looking into a large plastic bubble for Becky to live in for the next 10 weeks. I am actually shocked that Human Plastic Bubble had no matches on Craigslist.
On a personal note, Becky and I would like to thank everyone for the unbelievable support and love that we have received. We feel humbled, grateful and touched by every note, call, prayer and thought. I do not think there is any way that we will ever be able to truly express how much each and everyone of you means to us. In the meantime we love each and every one of you and thank you.
More updates soon!
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