I (Ben) came down to the hospital yesterday to visit Alicia. She ordered me a guest tray and we ate lunch together in her room. The spaghetti for lunch wasn't too bad, but the Fancy Feast -- oops, I mean meatloaf -- for dinner was a little suspect.
We had a NICU tour in the early afternoon. One of the charge nurses took us around the facilities and showed us a baby that was nearly 4 lbs. It was pretty amazing to imagine that Alicia has three babies even bigger than that inside of her belly. The babies have had a growth spurt since her scan on Thursday. Her belly is expanding and she is increasingly uncomfortable.
Alicia got wheelchair privileges today. Her doctor agreed that she needed to get out of her room for some fresh air. I took her outside for a little bit, but it was pretty warm today so that didn't last too lunch. Her favorite part was having lunch at Subway downstairs. It was wonderful compared to the hospital food.
Alicia had another NST (non-stress test) this morning and the babies are still doing great. They also moniter her contractions during it and there weren't any at all. When she came in last Tuesday her contraction moniter was very active, so things have really settled down. All of the Dr. V's partners that are covering for her this week are raving about how great it is that Alicia is still pregnant and doing so well for triplets.
I'll be heading back home today and will probably come back on Wednesday to spend the day with Alicia. We'll continue to keep you updated as things unfold. Thanks for all of your prayers.
It sounds like you made the most of your captivity this weekend with Ben there. Everyone at church asked about you today and my ladies' prayer group prayed for you after church this morning. We are off to our movie night at church soon. We are in charge of it tonight and all summer told people we weren't sure if we would be here, but would have everything ready to go even if we were in NM. We will be making popcorn for 100!!
ReplyDeleteCheering you on with love,
Sharon and Dave
So glad that Ben was able to be with you for the weekend and to "drive" you to subway to enjoy a lunch date! It is refreshing to get outside for a while - even if if is hot. Your Dad gave everyone the update on your progress during announcements at church.The advantage of giving the anouncements is that you get to add to what is printed in the bulletin- so he did. People were very happy to hear the update. You have many people across this country praying for all of you!
ReplyDeleteI'm sure it was amazing to see the babies in the NICU and to make the size comparisons! God is so good! We praise him for your health and for each additional day of "inside" growth for the babies.
We love you!
Mom and Dad
Any new pics?
ReplyDeleteAs a check on the hospital meat loaf, Ben could take some home and see if Oliver recognizes it.
ReplyDeleteHang in there "super Mom". Someday, you will have a great line for three teenagers ..."remember what I did for you guys!".
Love, Dave
We look forward to reading your updates! Not much new here either. Bailey and Miles are both sharing the same kitchen window enjoying the view as I write. I have a project to work on for Viterbo today so need to get busy on that. Dad used the new recording system at church today. He came back home and tried the newly recorded CD and it works! (as it should) I did finally get the suitcase out and have it on the floor - ready to pack. Wendy V. is coming over to the house this afternoon to meet the pets as she is going to come and stay when we take off.
ReplyDeleteI hope you are enjoying another fun game and a frosty or milkshake today!
We are praying for ALL of you.
Love, Linda and Chuck