Because she was born almost 5 weeks early, Alixandra had to stay in the Neo-Natal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) for her first week of life. This meant that only 4 people could visit her at one time. We also were required to "scrub in" for 3 minutes each time we entered the NICU. It sure makes for a long 3 minutes when you're waiting to see your grandchild!!
Auntie Susan (pictured above) was super excited to see her new niece and really enjoyed holding her. It was neat that she and Aunt Lora were able to come up to Sioux Falls after the Thanksgiving weekend.
For a few days, Alix needed some special treatments, like an IV to make sure she was getting enough nourishment. She also had a little bit of jaundice, so they put her under a "billi" light. To protect her eyes, they had her wear some cute purple glasses, shown below. She was already working on her tan, but she won't be able to got topless ever again :o).
On Wednesday morning, Alixandra was removed from nearly all of her cords. It was much easier to hold her and to cuddle her without worrying about disconnecting a wire. She sleeps for most of the time, but when her eyes are open, it's quite a treat.
More to come . . .
5 comments:
she is just SO SO SO SO CUTE!! I can't wait to see her again...miss all of you already. I hope you were able to come home yesterday and are getting settled back in at home.
Auntie Susan
Hi guys! I have been checking back at this site frequently, wanting to know more updates!!! I wish I could see your little beauty in person! I will call sometime, but I've been hesitant because I know how those first few days and weeks go by in a blur--I'll call soon, just don't answer if it's not a conveinent time. Sus, I hope you are healing well and able to get rest when little Alixandra rests--so important. Lots of love and hugs for you all--Mel
I found you! :) Suz posted this on MySpace, and lucky me, I read it and get to see pictures of your little beauty! I hope my mom is taking good care of little Alixandra when she's working. Love you guys! --Ann
Congratulations! I'm so excited for you all and have been praying for you. It's great to get to see photos and see how things are going. It is such an exciting time - as one new aunt I can definitely speak to the wonderful addition this new little one is to the family! Blessings to all of you! With love and celebration...
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