Charlie and Seda: Day 6 . . .

We are at the end of day 6. We had a good day with Seda, but it was very long for Pete and I. Being tucked back in this little room in the NICU is pretty lonely. Pete listens to his I-pod, I watch the Lost series on my Kindle, and we take turns napping on the bed. At around 4:00, I started to get really sad about missing Charlie. I HATE being away from him, and I especially hate when both Pete and I aren't there. Not being able to take care of both of my babies at the same time is really hard to stomach. I ended up finally breaking down and bawling, so we decided it would be best for us to take a break from the NICU and get out. We met my parents and Charlie for dinner, then Pete and I took Charlie for some ice cream. He was SO happy to see us! We also decided that Pete would go home to be with Charlie tonight. They dropped me back off at the hospital, and then headed home. I made it back just in time to feed Seda, and we had the best nursing session we've had so far! It felt so good, and I felt so refreshed getting some hugs and kisses from my little man. Seda and I sat and stared at each other for a little while later, she got checked on by the nurse, and now she's sleeping again. I am hoping for a good night with just the two of us. It was kind of nice having Pete here last night to help with her, but I think he's better off keeping Charlie company tonight. Fingers crossed for a good night and for us to be able to take our baby girl home with us tomorrow!!!