Okay, so I have to admit it - I "Google" myself. As a public school teacher who hopes to someday call myself a public school administrator, I am very careful about my virtual footprint. As a result of a Google search last week, I discovered another video SMDC created to promote remodeling their NICU. People, grab your tissues - the end gets me every time!
Friday, July 23, 2010
Thursday, July 22, 2010
p.s.
Mike sent me this picture as a "sneak preview" of his photo session with the boys. Thank you, Mike!
happy half-birthday to you (and you)!
Yesterday Emmanuel and Russell celebrated their very first half birthday. Dave and I find it hard to believe we've been parents for 6 months already. What's really crazy is I wasn't even pregnant last year at this time!
To celebrate this special day, Grandma Deba brought pizzas from the Loading Zone, and Anita and Mike (one set of future godparents) came armed with a camera. I made a half cake. The frosting didn't turn out quite right due to the humidity, but after two failed attempts to get it right, I decided the "fudge" would have to do.
Size. The boys are the exact same size. Russell weighs 15# 1oz. and Emmanuel weighs 15# 0.5oz. Their 6 mos clothing fits perfectly. I am not sure of their lengths or head circumferences. The boys will see Dr. Rajanee for their 6 month appointment the first week of August.
Eating/Sleeping The boys eat/drink 6 times every day, totaling 30-35 oz. Mannie and Russ are awake more and more during the day time, but they still like to have several naps in the morning and afternoon. They are awake in the evening until they go down for the night around 8-9 p.m. We get them up for one last feeding (what the Baby Whisperer calls a "dream feed") before we go to bed and then we all sleep through the night. Yes, folks, that's right - we SLEEP.
Hair/Eyes. The boys are getting more and more hair on the top of their heads, and the way it is growing looks just like a military style cut. Their eyes are decidedly brown.
Health. Everyone is healthy. Mannie's July 2 laryngoscopy showed no trace of the cyst. Praise God! We don't have to go back to Children's Hospital in Minneapolis until November; Dr. Sidman will continue to monitor Mannie's airway periodically. Both boys are beginning physical therapy to deal with mild torticollis (tight neck muscles) and plagiocephaly (flattening of the head on one side, due to positioning). We are exploring the use of cranial molding helmets as a treatment option.
Other details. Even though the boys are 6 mos, their adjusted age is 2.5 mos, so their development is different than a full-term baby's. Mannie and Russ are extremely alert and responsive. They are interested in the world around them. Toys are engaging, but we're still waiting for them to reach for things. They are holding their heads up with more strength, and we're working on building that strength with increased tummy time (which they dislike - very much). Mannie scoots around in his crib - we often find him turned around and against the side. Both boys LOVE the mobiles over their cribs. They kick and make joyful noises, even if the mobile is stationary. Russ and Mannie are most "chatty" on the changing table. When they become fussy, the rocking chair is a quick fix. Overall, they are happy and content little guys, developing at their own speeds.
To celebrate this special day, Grandma Deba brought pizzas from the Loading Zone, and Anita and Mike (one set of future godparents) came armed with a camera. I made a half cake. The frosting didn't turn out quite right due to the humidity, but after two failed attempts to get it right, I decided the "fudge" would have to do.
Size. The boys are the exact same size. Russell weighs 15# 1oz. and Emmanuel weighs 15# 0.5oz. Their 6 mos clothing fits perfectly. I am not sure of their lengths or head circumferences. The boys will see Dr. Rajanee for their 6 month appointment the first week of August.
Eating/Sleeping The boys eat/drink 6 times every day, totaling 30-35 oz. Mannie and Russ are awake more and more during the day time, but they still like to have several naps in the morning and afternoon. They are awake in the evening until they go down for the night around 8-9 p.m. We get them up for one last feeding (what the Baby Whisperer calls a "dream feed") before we go to bed and then we all sleep through the night. Yes, folks, that's right - we SLEEP.
Hair/Eyes. The boys are getting more and more hair on the top of their heads, and the way it is growing looks just like a military style cut. Their eyes are decidedly brown.
Health. Everyone is healthy. Mannie's July 2 laryngoscopy showed no trace of the cyst. Praise God! We don't have to go back to Children's Hospital in Minneapolis until November; Dr. Sidman will continue to monitor Mannie's airway periodically. Both boys are beginning physical therapy to deal with mild torticollis (tight neck muscles) and plagiocephaly (flattening of the head on one side, due to positioning). We are exploring the use of cranial molding helmets as a treatment option.
Other details. Even though the boys are 6 mos, their adjusted age is 2.5 mos, so their development is different than a full-term baby's. Mannie and Russ are extremely alert and responsive. They are interested in the world around them. Toys are engaging, but we're still waiting for them to reach for things. They are holding their heads up with more strength, and we're working on building that strength with increased tummy time (which they dislike - very much). Mannie scoots around in his crib - we often find him turned around and against the side. Both boys LOVE the mobiles over their cribs. They kick and make joyful noises, even if the mobile is stationary. Russ and Mannie are most "chatty" on the changing table. When they become fussy, the rocking chair is a quick fix. Overall, they are happy and content little guys, developing at their own speeds.
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