tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3459178608294921310.post6896763551846224651..comments2024-03-05T15:05:07.268-06:00Comments on A Beautiful Ruckus: Many More Milestones!The Ishum Familyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12206714813246556353noreply@blogger.comBlogger26125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3459178608294921310.post-37004007875661453252011-04-18T12:14:11.000-05:002011-04-18T12:14:11.000-05:00Wonderful update! You'll do great!!!!!Wonderful update! You'll do great!!!!!Mamanoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3459178608294921310.post-46699502323446789922011-04-18T12:27:31.001-05:002011-04-18T12:27:31.001-05:00God is going to provide the loving, caring crew yo...God is going to provide the loving, caring crew you need to assist. He never calls us to a "Mission" without providing everything we need for the mission.<br>How awesome that he found the two of you equal and faithful to the task of raising FOUR children for Him.<br>Look around you for evidences of Grace.Mrs. M.noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3459178608294921310.post-27882366080018626682011-04-18T12:27:31.000-05:002011-04-18T12:27:31.000-05:00Thats all good news, they are growing and moving t...Thats all good news, they are growing and moving through the milestones pretty quickly. Hopefully they'll pickup the feeding milestone. That was our biggest issue was trying to get them to take all their feeds via bottle, once they could do that and have no brady's for 48hrs they were released to come home. We also hope your babies don't have to come home on equipment.The McCleary Quadshttp://www.mccleary-family.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3459178608294921310.post-63017331966283342552011-04-18T12:32:16.000-05:002011-04-18T12:32:16.000-05:00Oh, such amazing news! It is overwhelming, isn...Oh, such amazing news! It is overwhelming, isn't it? You are already a wonderful mother and father and the babies will make their place in your lives. The anticipation of things is often harder than the reality. Once they are home it is one thing at a time and then the day is over... it really is just that way. You'll be tired, yes, but a pattern will set up after some weeks and one day you will find yourself saying to yourself, "I've got this quad-mommy thing down!" I know you will have more help than you know what to do with. Take people up on their offers and don't hesitate to tell them what you really need from them. They want to help, but only know how under specific direction. You will be able to do it. You are stronger than you know! All of us that love you know that! All my love to your family!Dr. Amynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3459178608294921310.post-26771186876198992482011-04-18T12:40:58.000-05:002011-04-18T12:40:58.000-05:00Such a wonderful update! As a grandparent, I real...Such a wonderful update! As a grandparent, I really enjoyed seeing the grandparents get a turn to love on the babies...especially Tom and Rosie whom I know. May the progress just keep rolling on until all are home and your life takes on a new "normal."Kathryn Coopernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3459178608294921310.post-35698821214189044562011-04-18T12:43:50.000-05:002011-04-18T12:43:50.000-05:00We use Raintree Peds. They are part of Lee's s...We use Raintree Peds. They are part of Lee's summit physicians group so you have access to both urgent cares 7 days a week including evenings. Both Doctors at Raintree Pediatrics are wonderful. I strongly recommend Dr. Yannette. He has been wonderful! Dr Henshal is really good too. <br>Your babies are beautiful! Keep up the good work!!!Erin Artisnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3459178608294921310.post-51858557585516670212011-04-18T12:51:49.000-05:002011-04-18T12:51:49.000-05:00I believe Dr. Jeff Yanette is at one of the Lee...I believe Dr. Jeff Yanette is at one of the Lee's Summit groups you have listed. He is an amazing pediatrician. He was at the practice we are currently at and then left. We did not stay with him because of the distance/drive. All three of my kiddos loved him. He is gentle, kind, knowledgeable, and does not rush you.Anice Sewellnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3459178608294921310.post-6735213222271519532011-04-18T13:24:11.000-05:002011-04-18T13:24:11.000-05:00Swwww-eet!! Ah, it's al so amazing, isn't ...Swwww-eet!! Ah, it's al so amazing, isn't it?? God will never lead you where His grace won't keep you :-) You'll have to remind yourself of that MANY times, but it's so very true! Both sets of parents look radiant getting to hold their grandbabies! <br>Obviously, I know diddly squat about the Peds there, BUT...having 5 babies...I'd for sure keep, at the top of my list, the Peds as Erin mentioned that of course are highly recommended, but also the ones where you have the MOST access to one of the Dr.s and like she said, the urgent cares 7 days a week including evenings! Kids have a way of waiting till all offices are closed or for the weekend to get sick! I love you! You two are doing such a great job!Connienoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3459178608294921310.post-79573852172608409492011-04-18T13:30:22.000-05:002011-04-18T13:30:22.000-05:00Pediatric Assoc. are awesome. They have hours from...Pediatric Assoc. are awesome. They have hours from 8-9 walk-ins, 9-5 normal hours, 5-6 walk-ins, 6-9 urgent care everyday seven days a week. They have several Dr.'s at the Plaza office, the Lee's Summit office is only one or two Dr's and only has the normal office hours. We go to the Plaza and see Dr. Natasha Burgert, her and her husband Dr. Kevin Burgert both work at the practice. We love them both. We have not had a bad expierence with any of the Dr's at the plaza office (we haven't gone to the Lee's Summit office).Nicolenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3459178608294921310.post-3611551361292508062011-04-18T13:32:42.000-05:002011-04-18T13:32:42.000-05:00I wasn't in KC long enough to have a ped. for ...I wasn't in KC long enough to have a ped. for Juliet, but a good friend of mine uses Raintree Pediatrics and she RAVES about them. I wish I was still in KC to offer my help to you! I know God will bring the right group of people to help you with the babies. Praying for you all!Charity Nixnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3459178608294921310.post-25195206736902448202011-04-18T14:17:41.000-05:002011-04-18T14:17:41.000-05:00Hi Rebecca! My name is Jenny Slagle...my husband V...Hi Rebecca! My name is Jenny Slagle...my husband Van and I got to know Laurel M. years ago working on the Ron Freeman campaign. That is how I found out about you and your family. I have a special place in my heart (we do) for preemies as we did foster care for years and took care of medical babies. We let our license lapse in 2001 when we adopted Jerry, he was a drug-exposed preemie, who ended up having to have surgery to save his life at Childrens Mercy. He is known as a "short-gut" child. He spent the first 7 months of his life at CMH downtown! We met him about a month before we brought him home in medical foster care, then we were able to adopt him when he was 2. We have two biological kids, Lauren, 21, and Carl 16. All that to say, I've really enjoyed following your story. I would love to help sometime by just coming over to hold them/feed them,etc...down the road if that would be ok with you. I am starting classes on May 10 to become a CNA. (certified nurse assistant) but I'm sure I could squeeeeze in time for a baby fix! Oh, almost forgot, I highly recommend Lee's Summit Physicians Group. I've known Barbara Trites personally since I was a teenager (church).. she and Dr. Lisa Goppert are my favorites in the group. Dr. Trites has taken care of Lauren and Carl since they were babies. Dr. Goppert has also cared for them that long. I'd have to say the only one in the group that I didn't really care for his bedside manner has been Dr. Phillips. I know they have continued to grow, so I'm not familiar with all the newer doctors. Dr. Trites, Dr. Goppert and Dr. Veenstra I believe were the three original founders of the group. Oh, as for Raintree Pediatrics, they are actually an offshoot of Lee's Summit Physicians Group. The main doc I know there is Dr. Yanetta. He has a great bedside manner, and is very good..he specializes in Asperger's Syndrome....he was the one that diagnosed Jerry with that and helped us alot. Within the last year I switched Jerry back to Dr. Trites though, as they have now opened an office right here in Blue Springs! On the outer road....Blue Springs Pediatrics...and Dr. Trites does some days out this way. Sorry this is so long, but wanted to give you my input, as we have a long history with them...and I know it's a big decision. Write me back whenever you are able. So happy things are progressing well... Warmly, Jenny :)Jenny Slaglenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3459178608294921310.post-2549624220454379992011-04-18T14:22:23.000-05:002011-04-18T14:22:23.000-05:00Rebecca and Sean,I was so wanting an update over t...Rebecca and Sean,<br><br>I was so wanting an update over the weekend, so glad its here. I'm beyond excited the babies are doing so well. I'm sure you are feeling overwhelmed again and will so at home too, just pick a routine that works for you guys and stick with it. Routine does make life easier. We use Leawood Pediatrics which was a group at Childcare Limited. I'm not sure if they take Medicaid, but I love them. I know that Raintree Pediatrics is really good some of the girls I used to work with go there. Just make appointments and check them out or see if they have websites, plus see which ones have walk in hours through the week and weekends. Good Luck!!! Praying everyone well and to come home soon.Crystalnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3459178608294921310.post-83669904282711064072011-04-18T14:53:50.000-05:002011-04-18T14:53:50.000-05:00Congratulations! I came to your blog from the Mur...Congratulations! I came to your blog from the Murray blog. Your posts bring back such sweet memories for me. My quints were born at 27 weeks 6 days. 2 of the boys are in heaven but the other 3 will be starting K in the fall and are doing great. God is faithful! Please let me know if you have any questions!Christinehttp://boltonquints.blogspot.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3459178608294921310.post-60521934343540247362011-04-18T15:05:30.000-05:002011-04-18T15:05:30.000-05:00We take Jillian to see Dr. Henschel at Raintree Pe...We take Jillian to see Dr. Henschel at Raintree Pediatrics and she's great! I've heard good things about the doctors at the main Lee's Summit Physicians Group office too. This was a really exciting post! They're all so precious.Leslienoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3459178608294921310.post-40389762500014055652011-04-18T15:20:30.000-05:002011-04-18T15:20:30.000-05:00Love watching the progress. What an exciting week...Love watching the progress. What an exciting weekend. We go to Pediatric Associates and love them. The hours are wonderful, they are very accommodating and it's a big enough practice that if our dr is out, they can always fit us in with someone else. We've seen several doctors there and have been happy with them all. Good luck!Jennoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3459178608294921310.post-41001038765578135532011-04-18T17:00:20.000-05:002011-04-18T17:00:20.000-05:00How wonderful! This is absolutely amazing that the...How wonderful! This is absolutely amazing that the babies will be coming home soon. Seems to me that each grandparent has a baby to take care of and not have to share! That works great! <br>Remember that your church family wants to help you just tell us when and what to do. Do NOT hesitate to call Tommy and let him know as there are plenty of loving and working arms that can help. <br>God is so good and has answered many prayers for your family.Pat Sweetennoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3459178608294921310.post-43781273771266395372011-04-18T17:36:48.000-05:002011-04-18T17:36:48.000-05:00I'm so happy for your good news. Will continu...I'm so happy for your good news. Will continue to pray for all of you & your big job ahead but with God ALL things are possible.Virginia Seniornoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3459178608294921310.post-23083285135757366232011-04-18T17:53:57.000-05:002011-04-18T17:53:57.000-05:00You're so close to going home! Sounds odd, bu...You're so close to going home! Sounds odd, but hopefully they won't all come home at once. Easing into it one baby at a time really helped me.Sarahhttp://www.BrandtTriplets.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3459178608294921310.post-12056994677322058632011-04-18T22:10:53.000-05:002011-04-18T22:10:53.000-05:00thank you for all the sharing and info--praying fo...thank you for all the sharing and info--praying for you all every day!! we have been with Lee's Summit Physician group since 1997 and have been very pleased with the care we have received. available to help when you need it--xoxocatherinenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3459178608294921310.post-77981080819602259552011-04-19T03:28:45.000-05:002011-04-19T03:28:45.000-05:00Hi Rebecca, I am a friend of Michelle's and ha...Hi Rebecca, I am a friend of Michelle's and have been following this amazing journey. Ped Associates on the plaza are wonderful, Dr. Waters is my favorite, but I have been thrilled with many of the others. Good luck!Kimnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3459178608294921310.post-9483624893876279092011-04-18T23:26:40.000-05:002011-04-18T23:26:40.000-05:00Hi Rebecca. I'm from the KC twins club so I&#...Hi Rebecca. I'm from the KC twins club so I've been keeping up with your progress. So glad that things are going so well! We were in the Nicu at St. Luke's on the plaza for 18 days and used your obs so your blog has brought back so many memories for me! Our twins are now 14 months old and we just graduated from the developmental follow-up clinic.<br><br>We came home on monitors and were on them for a few weeks at home. A good part to them? They made coming home less scary. It was hard to transition from all the beeps and flashes to nothing. How was I going to know if they were breathing while they were sleeping or if I was driving them to an appt? =)<br><br>I know it's so easy to get overwhelmed and you're right, a lot of this you just have to jump in and do once you get home. You are already a great mom and will continue to be one when you get home.Jessicahttp://Www.thetiptonhome.blogspot.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3459178608294921310.post-85699093101507569772011-04-19T04:13:55.000-05:002011-04-19T04:13:55.000-05:00We use Child Care Limited out of St. Joseph hospit...We use Child Care Limited out of St. Joseph hospital, and they are wonderful. Our doctor is Rick Espe, but they have several great ones - Drs. Rosenburg and Stein have also been good to have in the group. We'd definitely recommend them to anyone!Tom Worstellnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3459178608294921310.post-89580650262347822602011-04-19T06:23:56.000-05:002011-04-19T06:23:56.000-05:00Wow, wow, wow! I hope those babies keep progressi...Wow, wow, wow! I hope those babies keep progressing and I hope you get to ease into taking them home just a couple at a time! They are so precious with their chubby cheeks! They look SO much bigger now! I love the pictures with your parents. Your dad has the PERFECT grandpa beard and your mom could not look happier. What a blessing to have such wonderful grandparents! I don't know how we'd survive without our families' help!!Lani (Stoltzfus) Hofackethttp://www.luckynumberthirteen.blogspot.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3459178608294921310.post-41216536653567226122011-04-19T10:13:00.000-05:002011-04-19T10:13:00.000-05:00So excited about the newest updates! We use Prefer...So excited about the newest updates! We use Preferred Pediatrics in Lee's Summit(Chipman rd). We love them and use both of the Dr. there(McEntire and Graham). They are so patient, kind, thorough. They have never pressured me about vaccinations and completely leave it up to me if and when I do vaccinate. There office is always on time too, I've never waited more than 5 min. after arriving. Good luck searching!Stacey Mooreheadnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3459178608294921310.post-76831098799788236392011-04-20T03:35:05.000-05:002011-04-20T03:35:05.000-05:00Hi there,I have never commented before, but have b...Hi there,<br>I have never commented before, but have been wanting to for some time. A friend sent me the link to your blog when you were on bedrest, I read the one entry and forgot to follow up. Last month, I went to get my hair cut and I overheard an adorable couple talking to the stylist while I waited about their babies. We talked and after they left, Lauren and I talked a bit more and she mentioned their blog. For some reason, I had that feeling that they were the couple from the blog I had once read when I got home. I looked it up again and sure enough, it was your growing family. <br>I wanted to chime in real quick about pediatricians. We also take our girls to Preferred Pediatrics in LS. We see Dr. Graham and he has been nothing but wonderful with our 2 yr olds since his first visit with us in the hospital when they were born. Like another comment has already stated, we never have a long wait, unlike many other offices. The staff has always been excellent, they have two seperate wait rooms, one well and one sick, to help limit the germs. That was one of the major selling points for us. <br>Anyways, good luck in the coming weeks and years to come. Being a mother of multiples (altough, twins is nothing at all like quads) I will tell you, that I still look at my girls on a daily basis and find it unreal that I was blessed with two babies at once. Every day is a while ride and I wouldn't trade one crazy second of it for the world.Melissahttp://www.thewardfamily08.blogspot.comnoreply@blogger.com