Today is technically his birth date...

but as he is showing to be a feisty and determined boy, he was in no way shape or form going to lull around in my belly for more than he had to. He is growing loads; perhaps he will catch up to his peers in less than a year as according to the books on premie growth. More eye candy!!

One month later...

Daily rountine consists of changing nappies, feeding, trying to cook and clean in between, taking a snooze, and basically observing his expressions and movements. More pics to keep you satisfied.

The first few days with Nonna

Some more pics of the little man, growing always more into his own. Nonna Rosa is absolutely smitten...

June 8th

We've been home for just over a week now and have adjusted nicely. I've attached him solely on the boob now and I think he's getting used to it, although he still seems to fuss at it and go at it like he's getting ready for a boxing match.

Some more pics of little Dario.

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Finally he's home!!!

After 15 days in hospital, Dario is finally at home. I love it that he's here, it makes the house feel complete. The emptiness without him, especially the first time I walked through the door after getting back from the hospital, was unbearable and numbing. Now, it's like the past 15 days almost didn't exist.

The last couple days at home have been great and have all revolved around him; his feedings, changings, burpings, nappings, and us trying to manage our daily routine around that. I must say that I think we've done pretty well; I've always managed to cook a meal, and good ones at that (a stir-fry last night, and pancakes, toast and scrambled eggs for our ritual Sunday breakfast) plus water the plants outside and do some washing. It was just the 3 of us for the first 2 days; no interruptions, no phone calls, no-one knocking on our door. That is because I warned family (and Marco overall) that I wanted just the 3 of us for the first couple days, then I would be open to visitors. Unfortunately, none of you can be here in person to visit, but hopefully the pictures will just have to do for now.