The Journey Continues

Kelly's doing remarkably well considering the quads have taken just about all of her resources. Her weight today was 158lbs. (Total gain 34lbs) Iron studies reviewed today suggest that a more aggressive approach will be necessary to boost her hemoglobin before surgery. Starting with a session of IV iron therapy on Monday 7/30.

This group has over 15 perinatologists and we have met almost all of them at one time or another. Today it was Dr.Strong, filling in for Elliot who was on vacation. His review of her chart and "game-plan" speech were refreshing to Kelly. He commented that the reason she was doing so well was that she had a"home field advantage!"Our next Ultrasound for weights will be Thursday 8/1. Fetal Fibronectin studies were repeated today, if positive hospital admission and steroid therapy will be next. Kelly, at all costs would like to stay at home, but as you might imagine our days at home are numbered. The majority of multiple pregnancy patients are admitted well before 30wks and remain until delivery. Many of have inquired about tocolytics, medications to stop labor, Terbutaline, Procardia, Magnesium or Indocin, and so far Kelly has not needed any.

Kelly's sister and niece Kinsey and Kallie came last night and have provided plenty of excitement for Michael! Kailey is 17mths and keeps Michael on his toes, she's half his size and twice as fast! I'll post pictures soon.

I have prepared mentally for these little fellas on the way, but it may not hit me until the scene below transpires!

The Braves are in town this weekend to play the Arizona Diamondbacks. If you see a Quad mother in the outfield during the game remember its just her "hydrotherapy!" LOL

Thanks again for all of your support and prayers, we can definitely feel them out here in the dessert! TMM