Experimental Procedure While medicine has made huge progress in the area of premature birth, there is still so much to learn and so much to understand. Sometimes, doctors don't know what the best option is and an experimental procedure is the best option for survival. In the case of my twins, the doctors could not predict what would happen. They said there was really no … [Read more...]
Adoption of a Micro Preemie: Mason and Michael’s Story
Adoption Adoption is an amazing gift. It is not always an easy process, and it is often a very emotional one for everyone involved. I, personally, don't have any experience with adoption, however, I have friends that have been through the process. I have seen the heartache and the obstacles that can stand in the way. I have also seen the immense happiness and beautiful … [Read more...]
School Decisions for Twins: What Preschool Taught Us
School Decisions School decisions are hard for any parent. No matter what choices you make, you want to do what's best for your children. You want them to have the best learning experience in the right environment. When it comes to twins, those school decisions also include choosing to keep them in the same classroom or separating them. How do you decide? How do you know … [Read more...]
One Decision that Changes Everything: Nora’s Story
One Decision When you look back at a situation, you can often think of one decision that made all the difference. Something that was a turning point, and changed the outcome forever. I often think of my pregnancy with the twins, and wonder if there was anything that I could have done differently that would have helped. But, I always remember the one decision that I'll never … [Read more...]
Trusting and Letting Go: Adelynn’s Story
Trusting Trusting other people to care for your baby is hard. It's ten times harder when the baby is in the NICU. Not only do you miss your baby, but you have the added worry about their health. While you want to be with your baby every hour of the day, often times it's just not possible. Of course, doctors and nurses are highly skilled, and it is their job to care for your … [Read more...]