April 2017 Goals I'm getting ahead of the game for my April 2017 goals. Ok. So, it's just one day early, but considering March's goals weren't up until almost mid-month, I'm calling this a win! March was extremely busy. We had tons of appointments. The twins had an eye doctor appointment, all three boys (plus me!) had a dentist appointment, and we had two unscheduled … [Read more...]
Homecoming Day: Auna’s Story
Homecoming Day Homecoming Day is one you will never forget when you've spent time in the NICU. Whether it's a week or a year, that day that your baby is finally released will be marked in your memory forever. Filled with happiness, tears, and even some anxiety, it almost doesn't seem real. I have two days that will stay with me always. Homecoming Day for Big C came … [Read more...]
Micro Preemie Update: Lucky and Adiana
Micro Preemie Update Even though I have never met any of our Micro Preemie miracle babies in person (with the exception of my own twins, obviously) I still become invested in each one. I love to get messages and read updates on them. I also have become Facebook friends with many families, so I am able to see them as they grow and change. Today, I'm so honored to bring you a … [Read more...]
Eye Doctor: Should your child be seeing one?
Eye Doctor While parents are good about scheduling annual doctor appointments, and even dentist appointments, the eye doctor is sometimes forgotten. Do children even need to see an eye doctor? Don't they check their eyes at the regular doctor? Or do that eye chart at school? The answer definitely depends on the child, family history, and birth circumstances. I'm going to … [Read more...]
Friday Five with a St. Patty’s Day Twist
Friday Five Have you ever felt like a little rain cloud was following you around? Well, in my case it's been a snow cloud. Literally. The other day, I was cleaning the snow from my car, and no matter what I did, snow kept falling on my head. It was actually quite comical. So instead of focusing on all the yuck, I'm going to share the good things with you in my Friday … [Read more...]
