Feb 21st

Posted a day late. Yesterday (Feb 21st) was a good day, the kind where we exhale a little deeper.

Colton had a few ups and downs in the morning. He’s still learning how to breathe on his own and remember not to hold his breath (these tiny preemie lessons feel so big sometimes). It can be scary in the moment, but he keeps working through it. He’s figuring it out in his own time, and we’re so proud of him for that. Every small step is still a step forward.

We had a few sweet visitors who stopped by to give the boys love.

Overall, it felt like a family day, just the four of us. Daddy got some special 1:1 cuddle time with Colton. There’s something so healing about skin-to-skin and quiet whispers between a dad and his boy.

Declan was a good little boy and mostly rested. After everything his body has been through and the emotional day yesterday, he truly needs that rest. We’re thankful for the calm moments, for steady monitors, and for the chance to just sit beside him.

Some days are big and dramatic. Yesterday was gentle. And we’re grateful for gentle. 🤍