I feel so sorry for the Twinkies. Almost every time they wake up, they have this Big Giant Head staring at them. (Extra points for the reference.) Either that or a camera stuck in their faces. Here are a few of the results. First, Jenny Lynn:
So, today was a fun day with the little ones. In the morning, I got to hold Kaden for about 45 minutes before Jenny Lynn decided it was her turn. It's amazing how much they change in even just one day. I swear, they really do look bigger and healthier.
Yesterday, Kaden was the active one, crying a bit and fussing a bit. But sweet as pie. Settled down right away when he was held (oh, please, please continue to do that, big guy, until you're at least 18 or so, okay?). Jenny, on the other hand, was the quiet one, with only little tiny bird chirps.
Today, however, Jenny Lynn was wide awake for a big part of the morning time (okay, maybe a total of 15-20 minutes, but every minute was pure joy). And a squirmy little girl. She was quiet when held, falling asleep in Papa's arms, but she kept trying to escape from her blankets.
In the afternoon, I spoke with Dr. Anuj who said that they are both doing fine and can probably be discharged between Saturday and Monday. But first, we have to get them to start feeding from a bottle. That's our big task for tomorrow.
Oh, and more good news: both Kaden and Jenny Lynn are almost back up to their birth weights. Kaden is 1.99 kg (up from yesterday and only down a bit from 2.06 at birth) and Jenny Lynn is 1.69 (also up from yesterday and also only down a bit from 1.73 at birth). And, although this is about the time that they would typically show jaundice, I did not see any (the Dr., however, says that they have a little, but not to worry).
Today was also filled with errands. Picked up a local cell phone, went to check out the B&B where we move next, and then met with the lawyers who are navigating our family through the legal system. It seems that with each passing month, everyone involved in the process gets more knowledgeable and comfortable. After a few fits and starts (described in detail on other blogs), the legal arrangements around surrogacy birth, citizenship, and exit visa seem to be a bit more clear. There are still plenty of places where governments exercise discretion on a case-by-case basis (Will we need DNA tests? Will we be selected for an investigation by FRRO? Etc.) and these add uncertainty to timing, but with the number of folks going through the process from around the world, it seems as if some of the kinks have been worked out. Famous last words, huh?
And, then, Kaden (sucks to be born second, Tiger; we'll make it up to you):
So, today was a fun day with the little ones. In the morning, I got to hold Kaden for about 45 minutes before Jenny Lynn decided it was her turn. It's amazing how much they change in even just one day. I swear, they really do look bigger and healthier.
Yesterday, Kaden was the active one, crying a bit and fussing a bit. But sweet as pie. Settled down right away when he was held (oh, please, please continue to do that, big guy, until you're at least 18 or so, okay?). Jenny, on the other hand, was the quiet one, with only little tiny bird chirps.
Today, however, Jenny Lynn was wide awake for a big part of the morning time (okay, maybe a total of 15-20 minutes, but every minute was pure joy). And a squirmy little girl. She was quiet when held, falling asleep in Papa's arms, but she kept trying to escape from her blankets.
In the afternoon, I spoke with Dr. Anuj who said that they are both doing fine and can probably be discharged between Saturday and Monday. But first, we have to get them to start feeding from a bottle. That's our big task for tomorrow.
Oh, and more good news: both Kaden and Jenny Lynn are almost back up to their birth weights. Kaden is 1.99 kg (up from yesterday and only down a bit from 2.06 at birth) and Jenny Lynn is 1.69 (also up from yesterday and also only down a bit from 1.73 at birth). And, although this is about the time that they would typically show jaundice, I did not see any (the Dr., however, says that they have a little, but not to worry).
Today was also filled with errands. Picked up a local cell phone, went to check out the B&B where we move next, and then met with the lawyers who are navigating our family through the legal system. It seems that with each passing month, everyone involved in the process gets more knowledgeable and comfortable. After a few fits and starts (described in detail on other blogs), the legal arrangements around surrogacy birth, citizenship, and exit visa seem to be a bit more clear. There are still plenty of places where governments exercise discretion on a case-by-case basis (Will we need DNA tests? Will we be selected for an investigation by FRRO? Etc.) and these add uncertainty to timing, but with the number of folks going through the process from around the world, it seems as if some of the kinks have been worked out. Famous last words, huh?
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