To the nines

I believe this was Colin's first day in real little-man clothes. He had gotten enough tubes removed and was making progress toward moderating his own temperature, so we came in and saw him sporting a nice powder blue jumpsuit. Some parents apparently bring clothes to their kids  in the hospital - we've been content to let the nurses raid drawers and offer Northwestern's best. 

12 Days On From Last Time

Apparently parenting slows things down even if the kids aren't at home. We've got a couple of weeks to update here, so starting back on April 9 here is Nicholas grabbing some time outside with Mom.

Wonderment

Nicholas's eyes were darting around while he grabbed ahold of Denise's pinky. He's got this endearing open-mouthed awestruck face today.

Nicholas Spends More Time Outside

Please ignore the meager chest hair and focus on the cute kid. Thanks. P.S. I think he looks like my nephew Josh and/or my Grandpa Zeile. Denise is not so sure. 

A Quick Check, Every 3 Hours

As I said, Colin is a fast learner and has taken to the pacifier like a natural.

Hats May Now Be Worn Indoors

Here you can see Colin's feeding tube. Both boys are too young to know how to suck, swallow and breathe at the same time so it will be a bit before they can eat conventionally. For Colin, it could be this week, as he appears to be a fast learner.

More More Week 2

Colin looks a little perturbed here, doesn't he? I'd either just woken him or he was taking care of some business. 

More Week 2

I realize the first thing that pops to mind with these stunning pix of Colin is that Denise and I were fiddling with his arms to pose him. Nothing of the sort, I promise.

Early Week 2

Well, we've made it the first week and Nick finally started mugging for the camera a bit today. He likes to jut those long legs out over the end of his bed. This rolled-up-towel method seems to keep them comfy; we'll probably try it out once they come home. 

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Proud Mom on one of our kangaroo times with Colin. The hospital has been tremendously supportive in having us take care of the boys and interact with them as much as we can. We're finally at the point where we can move them in and out of the incubators ourselves with just a little oversight. Small steps.