Countdowns There are just so many countdowns going on right now. We're less than a week from the twins' Nicuversary, a couple of weeks until my birthday vacation, plus it will be back-to-school in no time at all. I'm also going to be teaching an additional couple dance classes this Fall, which I'm excited about. Did I mention that we have to fit potty training, dental … [Read more...]
Blame is not the answer, Scarlett’s Story
Blame When you experience a premature birth, it's so hard not to blame yourself, as the mother. Mothers are supposed to be able to protect their children from anything, even before they are born. Sometimes, though, you just can't. It is not in your power, and it is a really hard situation to be in. I always second guessed everything I did during my pregnancy, and wondered … [Read more...]
Micro Preemie Monday and Nasir
Micro Preemie Thank you for joining me for another Micro Preemie Monday. Last week, we met a premature baby that was born at a little later gestation, and weighing more than the babies we usually meet. Even with these factors, Ana still had to fight for her life. You can read the full story HERE. I think it showed that no matter how long or short your NICU stay is, it still … [Read more...]
Mid-Month Goal Check October
How can we be halfway through October already?! Even though some of the days have been very, very looooooong, the month has gone by really fast. How does that happen? I'm going to warn you now, this is not going to be a long post. Last night, I spent 2 hours in Urgent Care. My oldest son came home from school, and was very quiet. When I asked him what was wrong, he told me … [Read more...]
First Born Fridays and The Delivery
We have finally arrived at the big day, or days I should say. Let's start from where we left off in last week's post... Over the weekend of October 10th, 2009, we had attended one of our dear friends' wedding. It was a beautiful event, but I was feeling pretty uncomfortable. Not only was my belly pretty big, but I was just feeling bloated overall. Monday, during … [Read more...]
