So, we've all made it through the first 72 hours without too many things to write about, which means a short update, which is good for everyone! Both Will and Kate remain free of ventilators and are breathing on their own (although Will's "scuba gear" is a little more intrusive than Kate's nasal cannula). They are both still receiving some assistance with some air blowing in their noses. They also have tubes in their mouths that go to their stomachs to relieve the pressure that might get built up from the air that is being pumped into their noses.Will started eating some breast milk today (1mL every 6 hours), although I'm not sure he did very much with it yet. I think the nurse sucked most of it back up through his feeding tube a few hours after she gave it to him. Apparently there is some learning involved in pushing food and liquids through the stomach and out into the intestines. Kate is also trying to get this process figured out before she gets started on any food.
Other than that, there isn't much to report on the twins, thankfully. MH continues to try to recover from this process and has found that delivery was not necessarily all it takes to "bounce" back from pre-eclampsia. Over the course of the last few days she has begun to swell quite a bit, which is making her pretty uncomfortable. The doctors have been trying to help bring the swelling down but so far with very little success. Hopefully another day will be what she really needs.
I think that is all for now. It is pretty late here. MH's mom and I have been taking turns staying with her at the hospital, with the other on Ben-duty. Tonight is my night at the hospital and inevitably the doctors or nurses will wake both of us up just as we fall asleep. Ahhh bedrest!
Below are some pictures to keep you all satisfied until next time -
Josh
MH holding Kate and Josh holding Will in their isolets (aka tanks)
Diaper duty has officially begun (Will on left, Kate on right)...
Ben has been thrilled to meet his new brother and sisterand is already a great big brother
Kate is always opening her eyes to see what's going on.Her relative lack of tubing has made her much more photogenic lately...
Will should be shedding the "scuba gear" sometime tonight ortomorrow so soon we'll be able to get a good look at his face again.
13 comments:
it is so good so see more pictures! we have all been anxiously awaiting them. keep them coming when you have time!
love to you all!
so very glad to hear such good news! pray the swelling soon subsides MH! the pics of me coming home from the hospital after having matt are amazing... i was SO ROUND! but once the swelling started going down it went fast (i lost 20 lbs in 2 days!)
cannot get over how tiny those little bottoms are... do they make diapers that small??
continued prayers for everyone!
~kate
Thanks for the update and pictures; we are so thankful for the positive news and will be praying for it to continue. MH, hang in there; you've been such a trooper!
Love and Kisses,
G&P
MH and Josh,
Many Congratulations and many prayers!! Thinking of all of you every day! Love the pics, I can't believe how tiny! Hope to see all of you soon! Love, Dena
Amazing that you take the time to post pictures! THANKS! =) The babies are sooo tiny, but it is so amazing to me that they are doing as well as they are. I wonder what has been causing MH to swell at this point? Just so long in the hospital on fluids and such? Keep it up you two! If you need someone else in the rotation of taking care of Ben let me know! I'll come down with the boys and they'll have a great time playing together!
Thank you so much for the updates! The pictures are wonderful of all of you! I especially love Ben's little hands with his brother and sister! We continue to pray for all of you!
Love from Margaret and Vaughn
Glad to hear that things are going relatively well. Please know you're in my thoughts and prayers. By the bye, the pics of Ben being a wonderful big brother got me all teared up!
~Jen Freeman Lepori
Praise God for the good news!!! Will continue to pray for everyone!
Fabulous news that they are doing so well! So tiny, so loved... Lots of people in Texas praying for you! Thanks for the pictures.
Love, Azure and Derek
We are holding you in our arms
wish we could be there to hug your necks---will and kate are adorable--I am holding your mom's hand--I stop by her office a couple of times a day--she is smiling and such a proud grammy--we pray for you everyday
love sheila
Oh my, they are PRECIOUS!! Isn't it amazing to see God's work! We are praying for the little ones to grow strong, and for strength for all of you!
Mary Hampton, You see how late it is but wanted to check out your blog and so glad I did. The pictures are great of all of you. Went to church yesterday and took you to the altar for prayers at our healing service. Father Bob had beautiful prayers for the Lovekamp family, especially MH and the twins, also Kay and Phil. Do hope every day Will and Kate will grow stronger and you will be feeling better. Love, Jean
Mary Hampton, You see how late it is but wanted to check out your blog and so glad I did. The pictures are great of all of you. Went to church yesterday and took you to the altar for prayers at our healing service. Father Bob had beautiful prayers for the Lovekamp family, especially MH and the twins, also Kay and Phil. Do hope every day Will and Kate will grow stronger and you will be feeling better. Love, Jean
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