Another great checkup for Will... today we learned a couple of new things:1) Will's amniotic fluid continues to fall, down to a measurement of "26". This is good, showing he is regulating his environment. For your background, a measurement of "22" is normal, but Will has been registering from "30" to "33" on his past visits. Less is better. :-)
2) We visited the NICU and learned that upon Will's delivery, he will be incredibly sensitive to stimulation (visual and audible), so all/any visitors will not be able to even whisper around him. We also learned the nature of how critical the first 7-14 days are in his recovery
3) No cell phones are allowed in the NICU... we will be available through a land-line in the NICU treatment room. However, WIFI is available so we should be able to keep our blog updated on our progress.
4) We are running a marathon here - not a sprint. Even though Heather and I both knew we are facing a 3-4 month initial fight - seeing the babies in the NICU hammered home the reality of the situation and we are so fortunate to be blessed to have this level of care.
3) No cell phones are allowed in the NICU... we will be available through a land-line in the NICU treatment room. However, WIFI is available so we should be able to keep our blog updated on our progress.
4) We are running a marathon here - not a sprint. Even though Heather and I both knew we are facing a 3-4 month initial fight - seeing the babies in the NICU hammered home the reality of the situation and we are so fortunate to be blessed to have this level of care.
One more thing... in case you are counting, Will received yet another "perfect 10" on his diagnostics today.
Heather getting ready for her ultra-sound.
As a REAL treat, Beth Golden, a personal colleague of Heather's drove up and met us for lunch at Potbelly's after our appointment. Yumm. (Baby William loves Potbelly's.)
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Just wanted to say that will keep you guys in our prayers on the days to come. I know this is a scary time but it sure sounds that baby William is a fighter already!!
Hugs,
Ana and Marco
www.penafamily2008.blogspot.com
So glad to hear checkups are going well. Keep it up Baby Will! Praying for you all!
The Millers
I'm so happy to hear of the great progress that Baby William is making! I'm sure he already knows how blessed he is to have the two of you as parents! :)
Love you guys,
Missy
Hello,
Our daughter Liviana was born on January 18th. I look forward to following your journey. I am sending thoughts and prayers your way.
Amy
http://livianasjourney.blogspot.com
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