It's been both a quick and long couple of weeks. Who would have thought I'd be writing a blog about my babies in October??! To get everyone up to date that we may not have talked to personally here's our story. It was all smooth sailing until Thursday October 15th when I started getting cramps throughout the day. I decided to call my doctor's office around 3 that afternoon to get told to put my feet up and drink plenty of water. If I started getting cramps every 7 minutes I was told to be sure to call back. Well, it got to be about 4:30pm when I really starting noticing that yes, I was getting cramping every 7 minutes so I continued to monitor them and called again around 7pm. My doctor told me to head to the hospital. Little did I know I wouldn't be returning home pregnant. I was immediately put on complete bedrest. They gave me magnesium sulfiate to try and stop the contractions and my first round of steriods to help develop the babies lungs. There was no stopping that I was already 7 centimeters dilated. With Bri by my side and our parents/sister on the way we tried to hold out hope that we could delay the birth as long as possible. Long story short, I made it through another round of steriods, hip pain, dry mouth, and trouble breathing to early Monday morning before the contractions starting becoming more frequent. Baby A, Landon, was clearly on his way without much stopping. There wasn't time for an epidural and the doctor thought I would probably be fine anyway, thinking it would only take a couple of pushes before he was on his way out. This deemed to be the case as Landon Ethan was born alittle after 1pm weighing 1lb 13 oz and 13.5 in long.
Both babies were stabilized, ventilated, and rushed up to Crouse Hospital in Syracuse to start their long journey of growing.
Mark my words, the rascal of the two is Grant. They both looked great on Saturday (10/24) and Sunday (10/25).
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Grandma & Ray
Dear Brian and Val,
ReplyDeleteWe know you have your hands full and it will be a tough few months, but we think the boys are absolutely precious! While they are small now, don't forget they are 1/2 Siegrist and are sure to grow and grow and grow. And eat and eat and eat. Good they are in Syracuse where they can get an early start at LAX from the best. We are holding you and the boys in the light, sending tons of love and posistive vibes your way. MORE PICS!!! PLEASE
Love,
EEMS
Bri & Val,
ReplyDeleteIt's hard to believe that two little people could start out sooooo small but they look like fighters. Just to let you know that all four of you are in our prayers,
Bev, Mike and Jacob
This brings back memories. Both of our boys were 2 1/2 months early (even though they were 3 years apart) Your boys look great and mine are now 5 and 8 and in great health. Every stage goes by quickly, even this first hospital stage. ---Sean Bowers
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ReplyDeleteThey will continue to grow strong everyday... Tessa was 6 weeks early and she is doing great. They are so tiny and precious. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Keep the pictures coming... they will continue to grow and be home with you and your husband before you know it. They are fighters. stacey colonna costich
Bri and Val,
ReplyDeleteThe pics of the boys are so great! The blog posts are fun to read too. :) Keep strong, your little guys are fighters...I've known it all along. Lots of love! XoXoXo
Bri & Val CONGRATULATIONS!! Landon and Grant welcome to the family. They say great things come in small packages. They look like fighters and I am sure will continue to grow and gain strength from all your love. We are all thinking of you and can't wait to meet the boys. Best Wishes and Love to you All, Great Aunt Karen, Great Uncle Gary, Stephen and Kevin
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