The neonatal team continued assessing her and arranged the care she needed.

A cry did not mean every concern about prematurity had vanished.

It meant she was here, and they were working with her.

I asked to see her before she was taken for further observation.

They helped me see her face and explained where she would be.

For the first time since dinner, I could ask a question about the next place we were going and receive an actual destination.

Later, the room around me was quieter.