My former one pound babies are starting pre-school tomorrow. I almost can't believe it. Where has the time gone? Can they possibly be big enough to go to pre-school with other 2 year olds? Friends have asked me if I will cry when I drop them off, and I'm sure I will. I nearly cried today in Target buying them backpacks, and I already cried tonight just seeing those two adorable little backpacks sitting on the counter. I won't be crying tears of sadness that they are growing up too fast. My tears are full of so much more. My tears will be great big crocodile tears of relief and pride and triumph for my former micro-preemies.
Looking back, I don't know if I could have even envisioned this time. Camdyn and Cade were on ventilators for 5 weeks. We were told Camdyn had too much white matter in her brain. They both had brain bleeds. Their hearts had open valves that did not close without surgery. Camdyn had collapsed lungs. Cade had air pockets in his lungs. I watched both of them get bagged to remember to breathe. They both had chronic lung disease. We were told Cade may need a tracheostomy for life. Cade had (and still has) a paralyzed vocal cord. Cade would not eat. Both of them were given dexamethasone with unknown long-term risks to wean off the ventilators. . . . And now, my miracle babies will be walking into school tomorrow carrying their cute backpacks with matching lunch boxes. We will pack food in their lunch boxes, and they will eat it!
Oh yes, I will be crying and smiling and celebrating and rejoicing!
Our blog tells the miraculous story of our 24 week twins, Camdyn and Cade, and their big sister Brenna - the struggles, the challenges, and the many joys!
3 comments:
What a proud moment for you and your little miracles!!
I just wanted to let you know how much I love reading your blog. I had 24 week twin boys on May 27th, and we are approaching their due date this week. They are still in the NICU for at least another month or so but are doing well all things considered. There is not a lot of information out their about what the first few years with a micropreemie is all about -I love reading about Camdyn and Cade - it is a joy to celebrate every little thing they do along with you as a fellow micropreemie mom!
I saw the picture on Facebook but just finally read your post. I'm crying! What an amazing journey for those wonderful babes! Congrats to all of you!!
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