Packing As I mentioned in my December goals, we're getting ready to head out on a family vacation. As I also mentioned, I'm a little stressed about it. So, in order to help alleviate some of that stress, I'm trying to get my packing done early. As we all know, when the family goes on vacation, mom doesn't just pack for herself. At least in our family, I pack for all the … [Read more...]
23 weeks: A Fight to the End
23 Weeks While some women experience premature birth unexpectedly, others are aware every step of the journey could result in an extremely early birth. Today's Micro Preemie was born after a 23 week fight, including his mother's struggles to get pregnant. Even though I thought I was prepared for my twins to come early, I was truly not ready for them to come as early as they … [Read more...]
NICU Nurse, but Mom First: Blakelee’s Story
NICU Nurse Being a NICU nurse must be extremely hard, yet very rewarding. Watching them care for my twins, I gained so much respect and admiration for each and every one. Not only does a NICU nurse care for the most delicate, fragile babies, but they also care for the parents of those babies. They are the people who are responsible for explaining what the doctors mean, that … [Read more...]
NICU Bonds: How Hospital Time Impacts Relationships
NICU Bonds The NICU bonds you in ways you never expected. It tests relationships, strengthening some, while weakening others. The relationship with your baby (or babies) is something that is different for everyone. Not being able to hold your baby right away, watching them fight for their life, and all the bad news thrown at you can affect each person in their own … [Read more...]
Single Mom…for a Whole Week
Single Mom I just survived a whole week as a single mom. I know. I know. A week doesn't seem like a lot. Especially considering my boys are older now. But, it was still a challenge for me. Between school activities, their extracurricular activities, and my work, it was a long, tiring week. Big Deal. In the grand scheme of things, a week is a very short amount of … [Read more...]
