Wow! I didn't realize it has been so long since I have updated our blog. I guess I was waiting for something different to post, because the girls were so stable and their conditions remained unchanged...which is good news. Now, there's been some changes that are definitely worth letting you know about!
The girls are still in BC Children's hospital, but they are getting very close to being transferred to the hospital in Abbotsford (provided there are two beds available, which might mean a transfer to a hospital closer to us, but not necessarily Abbotsford). Faith just came off of CPAP on Wednesday and is doing well. She is on the nasal prongs with minimal oxygen and is also eating well. She now ways 4.7 pounds.
Makaila has been off of nasal prongs for quite a while now and has been doing very well breathing on her own without any assistance. The only tube she still has in her is her feeding tube. She now ways 5.8 pounds. She had another MRI yesterday and the doctors told us that everything looks fantastic.
So the goal right now is to get the girls to learn how to breast feed and/or take a bottle. Now that they are both off of CPAP, getting Faith off of the nasal prongs and both of them on the bottle or breast are the last things that need to happen before they can come home. We were told last night (Thursday) that there is a good chance that the girls may get moved to the hospital in Abbotsford today, which is very exciting. This is also a bit of a reminder that very soon they will be coming home and that we are still a ways from being ready to have them come home. We have all been sick as of late, especially Isaiah, so we also have to get better in preparation for their coming home.
We will keep you updated on the events of the next few days. If you don't hear anything, it's because they haven't moved and not much has changed. As soon as the girls have moved to Abbotsford, I'll let you know. Thank you for your support and prayers.
Blessings,
Graham
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We have been continually praying for both of you, Isaiah, and your precious daughters since they were born in October. I was so excited to read your blog today on how well they're doing, how fast they're growing, and that they might be moved closer to home today! We'll be praying that everyones health improves and that you can start to prepare for their arrival home and feel confident that you're all ready when that time comes. Blessings.
Willy and Jodie Grieve
What exciting news!! The last few weeks are the hardest, waiting and waiting for your babies to get to the point that they can come home. If you don't mind some advice about the hospital in Abbotsford: make sure you have regular meetings with your pediatrician and the nurses so there is a plan for coming home. Otherwise things can become stagnant. Anyway, we're praying for patience for these last few weeks for all of you.
Blessings,
Leanne,Colin and Lucas
Graham & Karyn,
How exciting to hear of the girls' progress. We've been praying for you and your family. It's the final stretch before the finish line! We'll be praying for health, continued strength & stamina and preparations for the girls to come home. We're so happy for you. If you need help with anything - please call. We love you!
~ Jeremy, Leanne, Daniel & Rebecca
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