The NICU called this morning and said...bring the carseat...she's headed home this afternoon! We were so thrilled and surprised as the doctor made it sound yesterday like it would be at least Wednesday before she was discharged. But...no! We quickly pulled the carseat out of the closet, cleaned it, cleaned up around the house, bought a few last minute items, Andy wrapped things up at work...and we were off to the hospital for hopefully the last NICU visit.
Daddy holding Kaela...praying she passes the carseat challenge.
In her carseat...ready for her challenge...1 hour with no apnea or bradycardia spells.
And she passed! So the troops were called and Sho Sho brought Christopher to the NICU to help us take his baby sister home.
Scrubbing hands...one last time! (well...at least in the NICU - plenty more to come of handwashing).
After watching some videos, signing some paperwork, getting lots of instructions and talking with the doctor...we walked out of the NICU with Kaela in her carseat!!!
Christopher telling Renee and Jonathan that he was getting to take Kaela home.
Two carseats!
Anna, SB and Gi-Gi met us outside the house, and had decorated the door for Kaela's homecoming.
First time outside.
Christopher holding his baby sister, Kaela Ruth, for the very first time.
Happy Mommy!!!!! Both babies in my arms. =)
Aunt Anna
Aunt SaraBeth
Gi-Gi
and finally snuggling with Daddy on the couch for a nap.
Babu and ShoSho holding Kaela after dropping off some supper for us.
Christopher..................................... Kaela
51 days ...........................................51 days
4 lb 12 oz........................................ 4 lb 11 oz
Now we have two precious miracle babies at home!
PRAISE THE LORD! THANK YOU, JESUS! And thanks to all of you for your support and prayers. We love you all.
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