Life's a Trip: Quick Update

Here we go again. We had a few really good days with the boys and then were treated to a 6:00am wake-up call from the doctor yesterday. Brennen has had a "setback" I use quotation marks because I'm so tired of hearing that used in conjunction with, "this is common for preemies." I know it's common, I did a lot of reading before the babies were born to prepare myself, but that doesn't make it any easier when it's your child!

With that said, we found out today Brennen has a staph infection. He is on antibiotics and they are going to draw spinal fluid tonight to test him for meningitis. We are hoping that is not the case, as it's a 21 day treatment if he has it. It's hard to see our little guy not feeling well. He had to be intubated yesterday to help him with his breathing and give his body a little break. When we got there yesterday he opened his eyes briefly and gave this look that seemed to say, "I don't feel good mom and dad."

Thankfully Graham and Liam continue to do well. I don't think I could take it if all three were giving us cause to worry. Graham has been off cpap for a few days and just has a nasal cannula to give him a slight flow of air in his nose. He also has the top of his isolette and is wearing preemie clothes. Liam is still on cpap and closed in his isolette, but he is increasing his feedings and gaining weight, so hopefully he won't be far behind Graham. Last night Brennen weighed 3lbs. 3oz., Graham weighed 3lbs. 12oz. and Liam weighed 3lbs. 11oz.

We took Addie to visit today, she is infatuated with Graham and likes to spend her time there by his side. Today she drew a special picture for the nurses taking care of the boys.