Weekends in the NICU

Charlie Smiles


A weekend of ups and downs. On the up side, Nori and Charlie are gaining weight and Nori has reached 2 lbs! The mood of the NICU, on the other hand, often becomes part of our mood. Even though they are doing so well, Nori and Charlie are still in a part of the NICU for sicker babies. On Friday we cut our night visit short because Nori's NICU neighbor passed away. I am not sure how many times I can witness a family go through what we went through before I lose my mind. Surely all families look different, but in that situation it all looks the same. However, just when I think I cannot handle anymore, I get a smile from Charlie (or his best attempt at a smile!) or a snuggle from Nori.