feels like a week! (well, kind of)
We got our walking papers out of the hospital on Friday afternoon with a Saturday afternoon departure. We had a feeling that we would be leaving "soon" but I must admit the timing caught us both a bit by surprise as we kept thinking he'd get the OK on Monday.
We got our walking papers out of the hospital on Friday afternoon with a Saturday afternoon departure. We had a feeling that we would be leaving "soon" but I must admit the timing caught us both a bit by surprise as we kept thinking he'd get the OK on Monday.
While it was great to head home, I will say we were almost kind of "sad" to leave the hospital. The nurses and staff we basically lived with for the past two weeks were absolutely amazing. There were definitely up's and down's for Melissa and I and we went through a variety of emotions and saying goodbye to some of the great staff was a really tough thing for us. We are so thankful and grateful for the support and help they gave not only Dylan, but the both of us as well. Thanks Boulder Community Hospital NICU staff... we can't wait to come visit!
Anyway, Dylan got to meet his future best friend Ranger yesterday and after a mostly sleepless first night we all settled in a bit throughout Easter Sunday. I suppose we didn't do much today but all things considered it ended up being a great Easter as we were at home as a family.
I feel like we are slowly getting into a groove and Melissa and I are figuring out what all we need to have near the changing area when it's time to switch diapers (Dad found himself ill prepared a few times). Grandma Chris stocked us up pretty well with foods "ready to eat" so the eating part of the day has been the easiest!
Anyway, Dylan got to meet his future best friend Ranger yesterday and after a mostly sleepless first night we all settled in a bit throughout Easter Sunday. I suppose we didn't do much today but all things considered it ended up being a great Easter as we were at home as a family.
I feel like we are slowly getting into a groove and Melissa and I are figuring out what all we need to have near the changing area when it's time to switch diapers (Dad found himself ill prepared a few times). Grandma Chris stocked us up pretty well with foods "ready to eat" so the eating part of the day has been the easiest!
Dylan had some adjusting to do in his first 24 hours at home but has been just great since. Here are a few photos of us leaving the hospital and arriving at home:
The Lee's Arriving Home!
Dylan entering with Dad 
Ranger checking things out...
Dylan strectching out
Ranger still checking things out....
The Lee's
Some quality time with Grandma Chris
Yo! Don't mess with me!!
Easter morning with Mom...
Easter morning with Dad
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2 comments:
Jeff and I felt the same way when we left the NICU with both of our boys, I think that's totally normal. They are there for you emotionally and physically, and helping you through one of the toughest times of your lives - we formed some amazing relationships with the NICU staff at Swedish, and we're looking forward to seeing them all at the NICU reunion this summer! Does Boulder Community have a reunion?
Welcome home Lee family! It's so great to know that you are all finally home where you belong. And Grandma Chris looks like a natural with Dylan - love it!
congrats on finally having him home. get ready for the ride of your life. it seemed for us like when we just couldn't take it anymore (it being sleepless nights, not being able to figure out why he was crying, etc.), we caught a break. having a preemie can be tough, but it's like getting an early present. there's no way any of it isn't worth it. enjoy your little guy. it's a blast.
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