What a wonderful surprise to walk into the NICU today to find out that Brylee was being discharged! It was quite a shock actually. I knew she was getting close, but I was definitely not expecting it today. At exactly one week old, and weighing 5 lbs on the dot, Miss Brylee Quinn made it home just in time for dinner.
"I'm outta here!" -Brylee
Before she could be released, Brylee had to pass a 90 minute car seat test to make sure that her breathing rate and oxygen levels would remain stable. Our little 5 lb peanut disappears into that big ol' car seat when you put her in.
Car seat test
And of course, she couldn't leave without saying goodbye to her sister! Ellison is doing good as well. Her feeds have been increasing steadily, and she is a great eater! She is still waiting for her IV to be removed and to no longer need the jaundice light. One nurse estimated another 3 days or so, but we don't know for sure.
Ellison
Daddy's first time feeding Ellie
Our first side by side photo
"Bye Ellie! See you soon!" -Brylee
Two sets of grandparents were anxiously awaiting along with Devyn and Kinley, who had no idea what was about to walk through that door!
"Hmm...what is that?" -Devyn
"Hey! That's MY carseat!" -Kinley
Kinley didn't seem too thrilled or impressed with Brylee. Devyn was much more curious at first. Once their dinner was served though, they completely forgot about Brylee and didn't seem too bothered by her presence for the rest of the evening. It will be interesting to see how they react as they notice her more and more, and especially all the attention she (and Ellie) get from Mommy and Daddy.
Grandpa and Brylee Devyn hugging her new sister
Grandmas and the Granddaughters
And finally a couple pics of the big girls from their trip to the park with Grammy Marsh and Daddy:
Kinley loves to swing!
Devyn loves to run around!
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