The girls turned nine weeks old yesterday and now that they're getting close to being full term, they're getting so big!
When we went to visit Gabrielle this morning, it was like seeing a totally different baby. She's up to 4 pounds 15 ounces and with every gram she gains, her face fills in and her body gets more plump. Jan and I can't get enough of her chubby cheeks and pudgy thighs! Gaby has officially passed the weight limit for being released from the NICU so all that's left is for her to master feeding from the bottle.
Not to be outdone by her big sister, Alaina crossed the two kilo mark today. It's a big moment for her because now that she's gained that much weight, the surgeons should start talking about when her next surgery will be.
So we hope the next few weeks will be filled with exciting news -- Gaby should be coming home and Alaina will be having what we hope will be her last surgery before she can come home too. It's been a long nine weeks but it looks like the end is in sight.
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I am so happy for the four of you! I can't wait until you are all home together as a family! Love you guys!
Uncle Henny
Sounds like you are nearing the end of this chapter & the beginning of the exciting new one...at home!!!!!!!! Keep snuggling - that's good for everyone :-)
Love,
Nancy
Wow. This is thrilling news on both fronts! We were especially excited to hear that Gabrielle is so close to coming home. We cannot wait for you to experience of having your little beauty with you all the time!
Much Love,
Jill
Dear Danielle and Jan, Your mom called and told me the exciting news, quite unexpected. Congratulations, they are beautiful. They are growing so nicely, thriving and are just little angels. Twins are fun and I know you and your family will savor every moment with them. Hope you two are feeling much better as they grow every day. I'll enjoy reading your blog and their progress. Danielle, my family wishes you the best and says hello Sincerely, Eileen Kennedy
yay, danielle.... things are looking brighter and brighter. believe it or not, olivia came home at 4lbs 12 oz. so your girls are well are their way! still thinking of you 4 and sending positive thoughts your way!
Once your daughter has the second surgery you'll be so much closer to normalcy! Our daughter has been fine since her colostomy reversal - I wish the same for you and your family.
I am so happy to read the news :)
It's just amazing to see the pictures and read the progress, they are so lucky to have you guys as parents and we can't wait to meet them!!!!!!!
Hugs!
Andreina & Alejandro
Danielle and Jan,
I have said it before, but you have two very strong girls. This is a great milestone. The future is very bright.
Next week is Thanksgiving. Gaby and Alaina have given a lot of people so much to be Thankful for.
Thanks for sharing such a great update!
Lots of love,
Allie, Dante & Carter
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