Graycen is doing well, but has been monitored closely by our doctor due to concerns with jaundice. At her first appointment on Tuesday, her blood work showed her bilirubin level to be high (20). So the doctor had her admitted to the hospital for an overnight stay under the special lights. Thankfully, Garrett is who he is, and tries to find humor in these moments...he took this picture and we couldn't help but laugh - our little bug baby.
It was a rough night for all three of us - Garrett and I were able to stay with her in the hospital, but we weren't able to take her out of the bed for more than 20-30 minutes every 3 hours, and Graycen HATED the googles, which would slide down her face each time she moved. I HATED hearing her cry and not being able to comfort her in the way she needed. After a night under the lights, Graycen's bilirubin level decreased significantly and we were discharged that morning. We have another check up on Monday and hopefully the levels will be even lower.
Now that we're home, hopefully for good, we're getting used to doing things around the house while holding a baby. Garrett has adjusted quite well in this area. Garrett has been able to adapt his daytime and nightime activities so that he can watch TV/movies/sports AND hold Graycen at the same time :)
I've loved watching Garrett be a dad this week. He likes to come across as a tough guy, but when he is with Graycen he is a big mush-ball. He is an amazing dad already - can't wait to watch his relationship with Graycen grow.
Halen has already established himself as "big brother" and protector.
And Hendrix...well, he's not as excited as Halen about the new arrival.
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