Wednesday, April 1, 2009

1 April- We have very exciting news... Carolione is now double her birth weight!!! Wait, that's not the best part...She has taken her full bottle the last 24 feedings!!! That's still not it...Today she passed her car seat test!!! Okay, we've left you hanging long enough...The most exciting news is that she is scheduled for discharge this coming Sunday April 5th!!! Doctors and nurses are now flooding us with information and new papers to sign. Caroline will be released with all of the current monitors she is on and her oxygen support as well. Kel and I are still trying to get over the nerves of learning to deal with these things at home but we are still very excited to have our baby home with us. She will also come home with a new style of brace for her hips and legs to keep improving there and we already have many appointments set up with various physical, occupational, and respiratory therapists for follow-ups. We are so thankful for all of your prayers along the way but please don't stop now. There are still many difficult days ahead as she fights to catch up with her actual age. Doctors tell us that developmentally this could take up to three years. We remain faithful and confident she will grow into a beautiful and intelligent little girl. Please also pray for Kel and I as we try to make final arrangements for her homecoming as well. Today we learned some of her prescriptions she needs may not be covered by insurance and some cost as much as $200. Also after picking out an awesome car seat/stroller combo we have learned it may need to be returned because another brand may fit our vehicles more safely for her needs. Finally, we will be sure to update at least one more time when she makes it home but that may be it for the Baby B blog site for a bit as we adjust to life at home as a new family.

8 comments:

The DeSpains said...

We are over joyed with the news of Caroline's homecoming. Our prayers continue without ceasing and will continue until the end of days. Prayers are always needed with little ones...no matter what! What a precious one you guys have!!

Granny Janny said...

My heart is overflowing with joy and anticipation as I think of the three of you home together. Precious blessing! Praise Jesus for every part of it! He has given us a miracle!

Maya B. said...

Hoooooray! That's wonderful news... but I'm sorry, you cannot stop blogging! I love all these updates, and hope you will consider blogging for your baby's entire first year! Best of luck this weekend! I can't wait to hear about Caroline's transition!Many prayers, and much love to all of you!

Maynard and Joy Howell said...

You must be so excited but can also understand there is probably some nervousness too as you anticipate caring for Caroline at home. She is so lucky to have two devoted, caring and smart parents in charge of her care! What a sweet family you will make - praising God for all He has done these past months and will continue to do in the months ahead as Caroline grows and thrives under your loving care!

Ali said...

AHHHH! THAT IS SOOOO AWESOME! WORDS JUST CAN'T EXPLAIN MY EXCITEMENT FOR YOUR GROWING FAMILY! MAY GOD BE WITH YOU AND BLESS YOU AS YOU TRANSITION AS HE HAS BEEN ALL THIS WAY.
MUCH LOVE

Amy C said...

I AM SO EXCITED FOR YOU GUYS!! Your beautiful family will be home for Easter together!!! I know the transition will be tough, but God has gotten you this far, and He will always see you through!!! Caroline already has such a great testimony and she is already doing the work of her Lord and Saviour!! What a joy she is!! Hopefully after you get established at home I can meet your sweet little girl!!
Take care and good luck!! :)
Love - Amy

makuahine said...

Hi -- the nurse I had yesterday told me about your site and so I Googled you to find you.

I'm so glad you got to take your little girl home!

An interesting thing though, I'm not only in the same situation you all found yourselves but I'm also in St. John's Labor & Delivery #8! I took some time to look over your previous entries and I hope to be able to read them more in depth soon and follow your journey.

Many blessings to the whole family!

Michele said...

That is wonderful!!!