Janet and Andrew just had lunch with Tami and Tyler. They seem to be doing pretty well and it was nice to be able to give them both big hugs. They even seemed to perk up a little more after eating:-) They had been up to the NICU to drop off some milk and say good morning to the twins and then they were going back up to spend a longer period of time with them after we left.
Avigail has stayed pretty constant for the past few days, for which we are thankful. She is still having some digestive issues, but they are hoping with the laxative it will improve on its own.
Deacon continues to be struggling more than Avi. They did end up putting in a chest tube yesterday and that will remain for 1-7 days, until the leak heals itself. Also, they were told that he would be given a blood transfusion. They had been told previously that it wouldn't be unusual for either of them to need one in the future, but obviously they were hoping neither would have to have one.
Tyler's sister has given them a book on Preemies. It gives them an over view of problems that can occur and also explanations of those problems. Tami said they have found it very helpful and nice to understand in layman's terms what is actually going on. I think the nurses have been impressed with their questions, interest in learning, and knowledge.
They were told the next two weeks will be extremely critical as that is when a lot of the problems begin to appear. Apparently, the first week was a "honeymoon period"...I would certainly hate to be on that honeymoon!
Although they have surpassed many hurdles already, I'm sure there are many more still to come. Please continue your prayers. They are felt and appreciated.
~Grandma K.
