Big Girl Changes

This has been the week of changes for the girls. They are getting bigger and because of this they get to make changes. They are old enough to begin to get some light on their beds, so they only have to be partially covered. This makes them adjust to light and noise.

Then they were able to switch to a standard isolette or incubator. It has less temperature regulation and less moisture. They are much smaller so the room seemed bigger and they have smaller openings for us to put our hands in. Makes it tough for Clint.

The exciting "big" change - CLOTHES!!!! They are able to wear onsies and are in the preemie size. They are roomie, but they have been growing so much it won't be long. They start with short sleeve onsies and as they learn to regulate their temp with these on they will go to other clothes. It really makes them look like babies now! I think they are much longer, have filled out cheeks and are starting to get some substance on their arms and legs. They have gained about 1/2 pound this week.

With clothes on they were able to come out quickly for a family picture - our first, and we could have them both in it!

We were able to give the girls baths in a tub instead of just a washcloth in their beds.

We call all of these big girls changes but yet one more. They are moving out of their huge room to a standard room. This is good because they again have more light and noise to adjust to. It is much smaller but I appreciate the window. It is definately cozy and a good thing they don't have their "cadilac" isolettes.

Taya is on the right and Haylen the left in the pics. :)