Wow, have the past two months gone by fast. It seems like just yesterday when we were all sitting in Christy's Hospital labor and delivery room, waiting for the doctors to confirm that the babies would come into the world that evening, July 1, 2008. The next days and weeks were certainly stressful as we made daily trips to the NICU to provide support and prayers to Steve, Christy and the babies. Little Gracie certainly had us holding our breath more than once. Finally the day came when we got news that Madeline and Nicklaus were going home.
Those first moments at home provided a new scare to Christy and Steve as Madeline forgot about breathing while she was being fed. Just before mom and dad were going to call 911, Madeline remembered about breathing, and all was well. The next two days were tough on all of us, as one of the babies was left behind. Christy spent the afternoons with Grace while Sharon and I went there in the evening to feed and hold Grace, all in an effort to let her know that she was not forgotten. We were all elated when Gracie came home in two days, and all were together again. Since then all of our lives have been turned totally upside down. Just try to imagine everything that is required to change diapers, feed, and hold each baby about every three hours, 7 X 24. It is a lot of work, but so worth it as tending to the babies is also a lot of fun. We are all very thankful for everyone who has responded to the calls for help to take on a shift or two helping out. The next few months will require at least two persons being there to help with the babies 7 X 24. Even though Christy and Steve have taken in a live-in nanny (thanks Jenny), they still need volunteers to help out so that Jenny, Christy and Steve can get some sleep. If you have not helped out and want a wonderful experience, one you will not soon forget, give Christy a call. If you have already helped you know what a rewarding experience that is, and if you can help again, please call.
The babies all have different personalities, and it is so interesting to watch them as they learn and grow. The babies were cribbed together in the NICU, but cribbing them together at home is strictly forbidden, as they might roll over on each other and accidentally sufficate their brother or sister. So they have been cribbed alone. A week or so ago Christy decided to place them back together, side by side, in one of the cribs. The babies were so excited to be back together. Their little arms and legs were waving around in excitement as they looked at and tried to touch each other. I must admit that I was very surprised that the babies obviously knew each other, and were happy to be together again. We now try to lay them on the floor together at least one time a day so that they can experience togetherness. I have attached a few pictures for you so you can see how the little angels look today. God Bless, keep praying, thanking God for his blessings and praying for continued good health for all. Bernd
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