When we left the US Jenny and Colin (our son) were expecting their first child and our first grandchild in September. By late May we knew that he would arrive early. On 27 July my older son called to tell us that our grandson was born an hour earlier (on July 26). He was small, but heavier than expected (under 3 pounds).
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| Mom day after delivery |
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| Dad doing the first bottle feeding |
The logistics of keeping up to date have been challenging: no cell phones in Neonatal Intensive Care, and Colin and Jenny were running out of daytime minutes. In addition we haven't found a window when all of us are awake and Colin's schedule is unpredictable as they commute between home and hospital (to say nothing of his need to check in at work). Brendan, who uses the same cell phone provider, and Jenny's family have been a major source of information. Once everyone gets settled we will learn how to use Skype.
BTW Our grandson may be small but he is doing well. He was born crying and breathing on his own.
Sending best wishes to Devin, Colin, and Jenny! And good luck with the communication issues. May Skype be your solution. All the best to all of you! Charlene
ReplyDeleteDoug, Kelly shared your wonderful news. Congratulations to all! What a blessing that Devin, even born so soon, is able to breathe on his own. Good to hear that you are doing well.
ReplyDeleteAll the Best!
June