December 13 was marked in the calendar. a scheduled c-section at 35 weeks on the dot. I couldn't help but think "that's a little optimistic" when our doctor gave us that date, but we were shooting for it nonetheless.
Well, our boys had other plans. They decided to choose their own birthdate, and I went into labor early morning on Saturday, November 26, 2016. John got me to the hospital in record time and I was in the OR 4.5 hours later.
We met our sons, Ivan John, William Lloyd, and Harrison Kenneth, at 11:28am, 11:29am, and 11:31am respectively. Ivan weighed in at 4 lbs 7 oz; William at 5 pounds even; and Harrison at 3 pounds 15 oz.
We are so overjoyed and blessed by their good health and impressive birth weights. Ivan and Harrison required a little help with their breathing from CPAP for just one day, but have been on room air like their brother William ever since.
All three are making steady gains as we allow ourselves to daydream about having them home with us. Our dear Ivan has been having some issues with feedings, getting fussy and looking very distressed and breaking mama's heart. We covet your prayers as the NICU doctors make adjustments and work to find a good balance that leaves him feeling more comfortable.
The outpouring of love from our family, friends, and community has left us speechless. We are so grateful to God for the amazing people He has placed in our lives and the lives of our sons, including a top notch NICU team.
Thank you thank you thank you for your gifts, meals, prayers, and overall love and support. It takes a village, am I right?
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