Welcome to Micro Preemie Monday! Today, we are talking with Ashley about her beautiful daughter Avery. Please make sure to read to the end because there are some exciting updates to her story. I have also included a few medical definitions indicated by * that you can find at the very end. 1. Tell us about your baby Our daughter Avery was born 12-20-14 at 23 weeks 6 … [Read more...]
Our Annual Eye and ROP check
As I mentioned the other day, we went to the eye doctor. Many parents of three-year-olds don't think about visiting the eye doctor, unless there's a history of eye problems in your family. For parents of Preemie's, it's something that has to be done at least every year. We actually started our visits with the Eye Doctor when my twins were in the NICU. Babies that are born … [Read more...]
Micro Preemie Monday and Cambria
Welcome to our 3rd Micro Preemie Monday! I'm so happy you are here with us to meet a beautiful little girl named Cambria. Her mother, Becky, tells us all about her and her story. Please feel free to leave Becky comments or ask questions, and I will get them to her. At the end, I have included some additional information on terms* you may not be familiar with. 1.Tell us … [Read more...]
A day in the NICU
NICU stay As a mother of twin micro preemies, we spent a lot of time in the hospital. My big guy, Big C, stayed for 91 days. My little guy, Little P, stayed for 93 days. No matter how long or short your journey, it is an experience that changes you. I'd like to tell you a little bit about our time spent in the NICU. Before I start my post, I'd like to add a disclaimer. … [Read more...]
Done and Done
Stick a fork in me...I'm done. I'm so tired and burnt out from the day, I can barely type. Good thing I don't have to look at my fingers, since my eyes are closing way too long at each blink. So, before I fall asleep at the computer (or before my computer overheats and shuts down AGAIN!) I'll give you a little taste of our day. It started early, and with an extra body … [Read more...]
