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Poor Morgan has an IV in her HEAD! They went through both hands, both feet and all that was left was her poor noggin. It's actually not uncommon at all for preemies to end up with IV's in their heads -- Jack was never so fortunate, but I was kind of expecting it since she's on such strong antibiotics...
I had a wonderful visit with Morgan tonight. She's such a beautiful little girl. She slept the entire two hours I held her. I changed her diaper and that's when I snapped this picture. She woke up for a moment and went right back to sleep after I swaddled her again. We rocked and I watched the rain from the NICU window.
Even though we've been through the NICU experience before -- it breaks my heart to leave my sweet little baby night after night, week after week. It's especially hard this time because I can't be there as much as I want, and when I am there I miss Jack too. She'll be home soon -- I know this -- and I keep telling myself to hang on!
Having a little one at home and one at the hospital must be so hard. I've often wished I could be in two places at once. How exhausting for you, physically and emotionally. Hang in there:)
ReplyDeleteMoo had the head one. It is so yucky!
ReplyDeleteHang in there Angela. It's tough but Morgan is getting closer to home every day.
Princess Morgan, Don't you worry about that new "accessory" that you're sporting. It's quite attractive. Just think of it as a Tiara, one fit for a princess, just like you! Soon that will come out, you'll pack your bags and make that glorious trip home. Now remember Jack, you may be the "Prince" of the house, but real soon, you're going to have to share that kingdom of yours with the Princess. I know you'll be more than happy to do so, you're just "that happy kind of guy!" Soon you can show your sister(sounds neat doesn't it) all about the house, the animals, the toys and most especially, about her beautiful room, just waiting for her to settle into.
ReplyDeleteWe hope to see you all this weekend.
Love Grammie
You keep telling yourself that... she'll be home and strong and healthy before you know it! I feel guilty about thinking how hard it will be with a newborn and a two year old... and they will be at home with me. I know it's just silly, I have it pretty good, my heart goes out to you and it shows how strong you are. It's people like you that I admire and give me strength through the little things.
ReplyDelete...and oh my, isn't she the cutest thing ever. Seriously!?!? What a doll.
I've just started reading your blog recently. It must be hard having baby at the hospital and toddler at home. My son has spent some time hospitalized, and I've stayed with him, but I hated being separated from my older ones. It is so tough wanting to be in two places at one time.
ReplyDeleteMy little boy had the head decoration once, too. He looked like a little unicorn who'd been dehorned, I thought. :)
Kellen had an IV in his head too...I really didn't like that. I'm thinking of you and hope you can all be home soon.
ReplyDeleteHi Angela. I just wanted to let you know that you are in my thoughts. I can't imagine going through the NICU again, with my little ones at home. I am glad that things are looking up, and am anxious to check in and see that Morgan has come home.
ReplyDeleteHang in there!
Love,
Billie