Baby A: Born at 5:38pm; 4 lbs 7 oz
Baby B: Born at 5:39pm; 5 lbs 5 oz
Baby B: Born at 5:39pm; 5 lbs 5 oz
To be brief, Amber went in early this morning for a routine checkup while I stayed home with the kids. About the time I was expecting a phone call saying she was coming home, Amber called to say that the doctors had noticed some irregularities in Baby A's heart rhythm so they were sending her to labor and delivery for further observation. About 3pm we finally decided it was time for me to call in a baby sitter for Abygail and Jackson and go to the hospital. Around 4:45 our doctor came in and said that he wasn't sure what was happening with Baby A's heart rhythm (in fact nobody in the hospital had seen anything like it before), but because the irregularities were persistent they thought it best to deliver right away (by Caesarean section). Less than an hour later the twins were born.
Both babies came out kicking and screaming (which is very good considering they are 6 week early) with 1 and 5 minute Apgar scores of 8 and 9. They are in the special care nursery right now, but are doing very well; the only special care they are getting is sitting under a warmer and having their vitals monitored; they even both ate on their own out of a bottle a little over an hour after being born. The Neonatologist is still noticing a slight "flutter" in Baby A's heart rate but is going to do an electrocardiogram and echocardiogram tomorrow. At this point he doesn't seem to think it is anything to worry about, and is something which will probably heal itself as she grows.
Amber did so very well through the whole thing. I am so impressed and proud of her for being so strong and so selfless though all of this. (I wish I could say the same of myself.) She is doing very well and will be coming home on Friday. We will have to wait and see how the girls do before we know when they will be coming home.
We think we have decided on names but are keeping the decision to ourselves for now, so forgive me for continuing to use the impersonal 'Baby A' and 'Baby B'.
Mom, not long before the delivery:
Baby Girl A:
Baby Girl B:
Both Girls:
Congratulations to both of you! The girls look remarkably healthy for 6 weeks early. Their weight is also remarkable for being so early. We hope they are both healthy and that the whole family will be together soon. CONGRATS!!
ReplyDeleteCONGRATULATIONS! Baby Girl A and Baby Girl B are BEAUTIFUL!! You guys did good. I'm so jealous...you're done and I still have over 3 months to go!!
ReplyDeleteHey Amber, it's Ashley- Kelli's sister. I have been periodically checking your blog to see if you'd had your babies. Congrats to your family, they are beautiful!!
ReplyDeleteOh, Amber, congratulations!!! They are so beautiful, and I'm so happy for you. I will be saying some prayers for them to figure out the heart thing and for rapid weight gain!!! Love you! Your pics brought tears to my eyes.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations! You can already tell that they look like their siblings. If they had gone six more weeks they would have been HUGE. I can't wait to meet them! Let us know if you need anything.
ReplyDeletecongrats!! they are so sweet and tiny. good job amber. i know a c section recovery is tough so please call if you need anything. good luck and enjoy those new beautiful girls!
ReplyDeleteThe twins are so beautiful. Their blonde hair surprised me! I'm so glad that they are here and that they are doing so well. Amber...take it easy (if it's possible.) Recovery from a C-section takes a while...but walking helps ALOT! Give all the kids hugs and kisses from Aunt Angela. You have been and will remain in our prayers!
ReplyDeleteYeah!!! I can't believe they are here! You look so great, Amber, and Jason you look so proud. The girls are just breath-takingly beautiful. I especially like the picture of them in the same bed looking at you. So sweet! We all can't wait to meet them! Congrats you guys! Let us know if there is anything ya'll need.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations! The girls look wonderful! Prayers for all five of you! Can't wait for the names! Love you!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations! im so happy that you are all doing well! Cant wait to hear the names! they are beautiful!!
ReplyDeleteI can't believe they are here. Sounds like it was a bit scary at first. Just going in for a regular check-up and then they are telling you your having a c-section, like now. Just crazy!! I am so glad everything went well and that they came out kicking and screaming. Best of luck to you guys. We will keep you all in our prayers.
ReplyDeleteOH!! They are so darling! Congratulations. I can't wait to meet them. Let me know if you need anything!
ReplyDeleteCongrats! Both girls are adorable! Glad to hear Amber is doing well! Can't wait to meet them.
ReplyDeleteCongrats!!the girls look great. be good and do not lift the other kids!!! So hard to do but so necessary after a c-Section. I learned the hard way . . . twice.
ReplyDeleteOh,I just love them already! sooo cute! They look so healthy. You did a great job Amber. There will never be a dull moment at your house. Can't wait to see all of you.
ReplyDeleteCongrats!! I'm glad the girls are doing so well. Hopefully they will be home with you soon. Let me know if you need anything.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations to all those beautiful girls! (And also to Jason.)
ReplyDeleteBeautiful! Congrats!
ReplyDeleteOn the 'flutter'... I have what's called a 'Mitral valve prolapse'. This could be what baby A has. My cardiologist said after the exam... 'Get out of my office and come see me again when you turn 65!' Of course, he had quite a sense of humor. Bottom line, mine is minor, but there. Something to ask about...
Congratulations! I'm happy to see everyone is healthy and happy! Beautiful girls too! Way to go.
ReplyDeleteCongrats! Good luck telling them apart...hee hee.
ReplyDeleteCongrats! What beautiful little girls. So glad to hear they and all of you are doing well - under the circumstances ;)
ReplyDeleteCongrats on your two beautiful girls! What a wonderful miracle- lucky girls to get you parents.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations!!!
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