I had to take the twins to the opthamologist today and I about fell over when they did the exam. Apparently preemies struggle with retina development so we have to see the doctor several times to make sure they are progressing as they should. Mom and I got there and they dilated their eyes as suspected.. then... they brought out the Barbie salad tongs and shoved them into my childrens' eyes, holding back their lids. Austin screamed so loud and cried so hard, he broke blood vessels in his forehead and Grace didn't do much better. What in the world!!!!! I was shaking when we left and to top it off, they have to go back in three weeks. :((( That was Dark Ages torture as far as I am concerned. It was horrible and I am so sad that they have to endure that kind of pain just to see if their eyes are ok. Good news is that they do look good so chances are they will be joining us seeing individuals, nice.
We met our first night nurse candidate and she was not good for the job. Boo! The girl had two hair colors that were not complementing each other (sandy blond and orange). I don't think a 21 year old student will cut it.. back to the drawing board. I have been tempted to go with a Doula instead even though it will be more expensive. Hopefully the agency will call tomorrow with someone who can start immediately!
Have to go to bed .. getting up in an hour for the 11pm feed. Cheers to another day with my little stars.
Much love to you all,
Erica and Tom
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