Friday, October 24, 2008

2 Month Mark!

Last night we "celebrated" Robbie's 2 month birthday. We got permission to have both older boys with us at the bedside (usually we are limited to 3 total visitors). It was Tommy and Michael's last time to see Robbie in the NICU, since RSV season is upon us, and any day now children under 12 will no longer be admitted into the NICU.

We brought along pictures of the boys and lots of cards, so Robbie won't miss them too much.
We had a great visit with Robbie. Tommy helped take his temperature, Michael helped clean out his mouth, and they both enjoyed watching him get weighed.
(David was sad to miss out on the fun, but happily made lots of cards and sent Robbie a hug and a kiss when we left the house.)
Believe it or not, Robbie is now 6 lbs 5 oz! At the rate he is going, he will go home bigger than the birth weights of Tommy (5 lbs 10 oz) and Michael (6 lbs 7 oz). It may be tougher to pass up David's (8 lbs 2 oz).

Speaking of Robbie coming home, we have no idea when that will be. Unfortunately he continues to have lung problems (fast, labored breathing) and he still hasn't figured out how to eat by mouth. The schedule and the stress are definitely wearing on us, but luckily he's cute enough to convince us to keep being patient with him.

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  1. Nancy, I just wrote my comment and somehow lost it, arrgh. I will try to remember what I said . . . Congratulations on Robbie's birth. You have been very busy! You are amazing--keep it up. Your family is beautiful, and you are looking fantastic!
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  2. I second Michelle - you look great. And so does Robbie. How sweet to bring pictures of his brothers for him to gaze at. He's adorable.
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  3. I still could just eat that cute little David up!! Robbie's pretty cute too. You continue to be in our thoughts and prayers.
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  4. thanks for the update! he is getting sooo big. what a cutie! hang in there! we are praying for you guys - that is a tough job! k-bye
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  5. Happy 2 Months! He is growing big . . . 6 pounds WOW! I keep watching for an update. I think and pray about your little family often.
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  6. I can't imagine what the stress and schedule are like for you all...but I am amazed at what you are doing. Happy 2 month birthday Robbie! Hugs!!!
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  7. He is darling! Thanks for the update. I think about you guys all the time and pray for Robbie to be strong. Love you!
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  8. Robbie looks so big! I can't believe it. I hope he will be able to go home soon, I know you are praying for that too. I love all the pictures and cards on the crib, what a great place to hang out! We love you guys and hang in there!
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  9. Nancy and Chris,
    It was so great to run into you both at the temple last Friday! I'm back home in Cincinatti now, and wish I was there again already! You mentioned you'd had a new little one, but I had no idea how stressful your last month or so must have been! Good luck with Robbie and I hope he continues to get stronger daily. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family! We've got a blog as well, so feel free to check up on us once in a while if you'd like. (pughs.blogspot.com)
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  10. Hope you are doing good! Robby looks amazing!! I am so sad that I haven't been able to take your boys, if I only had a van to transport all the little ones! I hope you know that I pray for you often and you are in my heart. I sure love you and your family! See you tonight!
    Traci
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  11. Thank you for sharing the update. Robbie is looking so big now.
    We will continue to keep your family in our prayers.
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