Autumn's almost out....

Today was another good day for the boys filled with little bits of progress and a chance to just enjoy being with them whenever we can.

They have all increased the amount of formula / breast milk they take at any care time.  If I recall correctly, Caleb and Ezra are taking 25cc per feeding and Gideon is taking 16cc.  All three of them are still under the florescent light to prevent the jaundice.

The good news for today is that they took Gideon off the C-PAP machine and he is just on the oxygen through the nasal tubes.  That is much less invasive and it allows us to see his face a bit more.  Unfortunately, we can't see it all the time because they each have to wear eye masks to protect their eyes from the lights.  So far...Autumn was able to see Gideon and we've both been able to see Ezra.

Ezra is quite the ham.  He seems to be so aware when we are there taking pictures.  That's why he as the most with open eyes and looking at the camera.  Caleb is the squirmer.  We thought it was Ezra at first, but the last couple of days...when Caleb is frustrated or anxious he just moves around a lot.  He cries a little too...but nothing too much.  Gideon wasn't moving around nearly as much today.  Maybe he is tired...or maybe he was just more comfortable without the C-PAP.  I am looking forward to seeing him. 

Here are a few pics from today:

Caleb about to get fussy w/o his binky

Gideon free from his C-PAP

Ezra watching his Mommy & Daddy

Autumn is doing okay.  She had a little dizzy spell today, but I think that is because she is so focused on the babies she skipped a meal or didn't drink enough or something.  She is feeling much better though, and they are planning on discharging her tomorrow.  The good news is that we will be able to get a room at the Fischer House on base.  That means we'll only be 2-3 minutes from the hospital, and even if I am in class, Autumn can take a shuttle to the hospital.  Her mom is also coming in to town next Monday so that should help a lot.  Between now and then, I will miss class so I can help Autumn adjust to life outside the hospital.

That's about it for now.  Hope things are going well wherever you are.

God Bless!!

J