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re: Prayers for my baby girl my wife and eye65 *Baby was delivered update pg 13*
Posted on 10/29/15 at 3:38 am to jennBN
Posted on 10/29/15 at 3:38 am to jennBN
My wife is sleeping now. It's been a long emotional few days and she's finally starting to get some good rest. Luckily with the news we got today I was able to run home and check on our dogs who are being watched by my best friend. I was also able to grab some stuff to help make the wife more comfortable.
jennBN - it's been so nice to have some stories from y'all. I'm so glad that your little one is doing well. It's weird, but your calmness has helped so much.
We're just playing a waiting game right now. I picked up some Halloween candy and a candy bucket to liven up the room some. I'm trying to find as much normalcy as possible so that my wife worries less. All her vitals are in a great place right now, but she is beginning to struggle with some bed soreness and stir craziness. I picked up some crochet materials for her tonight also so that she has something to do.
Good things are happening, but I won't be satisfied until I know they're ok....haha which as a new father I'm beginning to understand that may never ever happen. Sunday I didn't feel like a dad yet, but with all this chaos it thrust me into the roll. I'm finding that I possess a patience and softness I never knew existed. Thank god for that because it's the only thing keeping me sane for now.
One more thank you shout out for the night! We'll know more in a few hours and I'll re update the situation. This chance to talk with y'all and read all y'all's stories has been invaluable to me and has brought me so much peace.
jennBN - it's been so nice to have some stories from y'all. I'm so glad that your little one is doing well. It's weird, but your calmness has helped so much.
We're just playing a waiting game right now. I picked up some Halloween candy and a candy bucket to liven up the room some. I'm trying to find as much normalcy as possible so that my wife worries less. All her vitals are in a great place right now, but she is beginning to struggle with some bed soreness and stir craziness. I picked up some crochet materials for her tonight also so that she has something to do.
Good things are happening, but I won't be satisfied until I know they're ok....haha which as a new father I'm beginning to understand that may never ever happen. Sunday I didn't feel like a dad yet, but with all this chaos it thrust me into the roll. I'm finding that I possess a patience and softness I never knew existed. Thank god for that because it's the only thing keeping me sane for now.
One more thank you shout out for the night! We'll know more in a few hours and I'll re update the situation. This chance to talk with y'all and read all y'all's stories has been invaluable to me and has brought me so much peace.
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Posted on 10/29/15 at 3:44 am to Gris Gris
Gris Gris - you've been so sweet that I wanted to give you a shout out. I'm so glad that your nephew is doing so well. Know that he has specifically been in my prayers the past couple of days. With an aunt like you I know he's going to be in great hands! I hope that his health continues in this positive direction and that you get to hold him soon!
Posted on 10/29/15 at 4:14 am to Kantz
I am so glad that your wife is stil "with child". To help with soreness, buy a lotion with dimethicone. Generic eucerine is what we use on the Icu and put it on any area that is sore or bony. A gentle massage might help and make her feel better. I am thankful right now that Molly is still chilling in utero! Geaux Molly!!!!
Posted on 10/29/15 at 5:01 am to Kantz
Morning prayers for your family. And an extra prayer for the baby.
Posted on 10/29/15 at 5:01 am to Kantz
Thoughts and prayers, best wishes for you and your family.
Posted on 10/29/15 at 9:26 am to Kantz
You're doing a grand job, Kantz. It's hard to be relaxed, I know, but it's good to get some rest. I know your wife is appreciative of your thoughtfulness. It's a lot to handle and the more calm you are, the more calm she'll be. I know it's been a very long several days. Time sort of crawls when you need it to keep going!
7 weeks for us today. Feels like about 5 months, but it's all good. I saw the sweet thing yesterday through the window, sleeping soundly with a few stretches here and there after his feeding. He took a third of an oz through the bottle for the very first time, so we hit another milestone somewhat. They limit the sucking so they don't tire out.
Hang in there like you are. Y'all are doing fine.
7 weeks for us today. Feels like about 5 months, but it's all good. I saw the sweet thing yesterday through the window, sleeping soundly with a few stretches here and there after his feeding. He took a third of an oz through the bottle for the very first time, so we hit another milestone somewhat. They limit the sucking so they don't tire out.
Hang in there like you are. Y'all are doing fine.
Posted on 10/29/15 at 9:51 am to Kantz
So glad everything turned out well for you. I have yet to experience the birth of a child but I can only imagine how stressful it is if everything goes alright, I can't imagine what yall must have went through. However very glad to hear things are turning around.
Haven't read all 11 pages, but what on earth would cause someone to downvote this man's story.
Haven't read all 11 pages, but what on earth would cause someone to downvote this man's story.
Posted on 10/29/15 at 10:58 am to patchesohoulihan_007
I am going to assume either fat fingers or down voting because it is sad. I want to believe nobody would be that cruel at a time like this.
Posted on 10/29/15 at 11:16 am to jennBN
How's your little one today, Jenn?
Posted on 10/29/15 at 11:31 am to Kantz
Good to hear. Glad to read all is improving
having both of my girls in the NICU (nowhere near as long as some of these other stories), it is always good to hear happy stories
having both of my girls in the NICU (nowhere near as long as some of these other stories), it is always good to hear happy stories
Posted on 10/29/15 at 12:08 pm to Kantz
Im late to the party, but glad to hear your wife and daughter are doing well. Ill keep you guys in our family prayers. As the father of 2 little girls, I gotta say, your relationship with fear is only beginning haha I have never been more scared, nervous, yet excited in my life than I was waiting for my first daughter to be born. I now have 2 and have no regrets about any of it. Just be there for your wife though, and continue on with what you are doing. Im hoping to save your "welcome to parenthood" reply for a few more weeks.
Posted on 10/29/15 at 4:47 pm to Kantz
Okay, Kantz, I hope we haven't heard an update from you because you and the wife have been napping or busy entertaining yourselves during this waiting game.
Posted on 10/29/15 at 5:31 pm to Gris Gris
My little girl is doing pretty good. We will probably be here another 1-3 weeks but it looks like most of her issues are just prematurity and not anything that will cause long term problems. It's scary but I am grateful because so many of these babies have a greater struggle in front of them than mine. I am just really thankful she is doing as well as she is :)
Posted on 10/29/15 at 5:36 pm to jennBN
So glad to hear that, Jenn. I know you will both be glad to get her home.
Posted on 10/29/15 at 11:50 pm to Gris Gris
Well....Thursday, October 29th 2015 at 10:03 pm my beautiful little girl, Molly, was born at 26 weeks and 2 days. She is 1lb and 12oz.
My wife's vitals took a turn for the worse this morning and continued to decline throughout the day. She began having all the wrong kind of pains and at about 9 pm they decided to deliver Molly.
She is off to a good start so far. All the important things that needed to be good are good. I got to touch her and see her and tell her how much I love her.
My wife is also doing well. She's not out of the woods yet and her vitals so far haven't bounced back..but they will.
We have a long road ahead of us, but I know my faith will lead my family through this. Please keep the prayers coming. I truly believe that y'all's prayers helped buy us 3 extra crucial days. All of you have helped my family so much and there is no way I will ever forget any of your stories.
Eye65 and jenn We keep sending you our prayers your way. One day I'm going to tell Molly how much y'all's story ment to her dad and how it helped me stay strong for her.
I'll keep this thread updated regularly for y'all as we work our way through this time. I hope that eye65 and jenn use this thread to keep in touch with my wife and I so that we can be inspirations to each other.
My wife's vitals took a turn for the worse this morning and continued to decline throughout the day. She began having all the wrong kind of pains and at about 9 pm they decided to deliver Molly.
She is off to a good start so far. All the important things that needed to be good are good. I got to touch her and see her and tell her how much I love her.
My wife is also doing well. She's not out of the woods yet and her vitals so far haven't bounced back..but they will.
We have a long road ahead of us, but I know my faith will lead my family through this. Please keep the prayers coming. I truly believe that y'all's prayers helped buy us 3 extra crucial days. All of you have helped my family so much and there is no way I will ever forget any of your stories.
Eye65 and jenn We keep sending you our prayers your way. One day I'm going to tell Molly how much y'all's story ment to her dad and how it helped me stay strong for her.
I'll keep this thread updated regularly for y'all as we work our way through this time. I hope that eye65 and jenn use this thread to keep in touch with my wife and I so that we can be inspirations to each other.
Posted on 10/29/15 at 11:52 pm to Kantz
Best of luck to your family
Thoughts are with yall
Thoughts are with yall
Posted on 10/30/15 at 12:11 am to Kantz
Kantz-We are very fortunate to have great family benefits here that enable my husband and I to both be at home for the next 6 months. I don't know your work situation or needs but if you sign up for any community support like a gofundme or meal program for new parents, please let us know. We would love to try to show support for your family...this is going to be a marathon for you guys not a sprint. Try your best to take care of yourself. Our situation is not as dire as yours but if you have any questions about our experience feel free to ask. Let Molly know our little Allison June is rooting for her too!
As far as prayers---OT this young man needs them much more than we do right now so please focus your energies on him.
Keep the good news coming Kantz :)
As far as prayers---OT this young man needs them much more than we do right now so please focus your energies on him.
Keep the good news coming Kantz :)
Posted on 10/30/15 at 12:12 am to Kantz
Damn man...first off, congratulations on becoming a dad! I looked on here just to see how you were doing. I've actually felt guilty about jumping in your thread..your road will be much tougher than mine. All these stories here have been truly inspiring though and I'm thankful for everyone who has sent thoughts and prayers our way. ..
I want the OT to focus on your and your two ladies though. Our situation will be a minor inconvenience while yours will be a great voyage. I'm not really a religious guy but I am praying for you guys today, tomorrow, and in the days ahead.
I want the OT to focus on your and your two ladies though. Our situation will be a minor inconvenience while yours will be a great voyage. I'm not really a religious guy but I am praying for you guys today, tomorrow, and in the days ahead.
This post was edited on 10/30/15 at 12:18 am
Posted on 10/30/15 at 12:27 am to eye65
Congrats on becoming a father. Praying for your wife and daughter to become stronger and healthier with each passing minute. Congrats to the other 2 sets of parents that's posting on here. Praying for all 3 families
This post was edited on 10/30/15 at 12:29 am
Posted on 10/30/15 at 12:57 am to Kantz
I had a feeling you'd become a father. Congratulations on Molly!
1.12 was what my nephew weighed 7 weeks ago. I know how small that is and seems, but you may be surprised at the strength those wee ones develop in NICU.
Patience will truly be a needed virtue. You and your wife can handle your new normal because at the end of the rainbow, you have the treasure of Molly. This is a baby steps situation and, on occasion, there could be a step backward. That's okay. It's the nature of the situation. You keep moving forward one foot in front of the other.
It may take a little while for your wife to stabilize. Took the mother of my nephew a while to get the BP back to normal. Had to take some meds temporarily. Do what the docs and nurses tell y'all to do.
Accept all offers of help from friends and relatives that will truly help you. They want to help if they've offered and some of it can be invaluable. That's what friends and families are for.
Most importantly, keep the faith! We've got you covered with prayers.
Definitely keep us updated on our little mascot!
1.12 was what my nephew weighed 7 weeks ago. I know how small that is and seems, but you may be surprised at the strength those wee ones develop in NICU.
Patience will truly be a needed virtue. You and your wife can handle your new normal because at the end of the rainbow, you have the treasure of Molly. This is a baby steps situation and, on occasion, there could be a step backward. That's okay. It's the nature of the situation. You keep moving forward one foot in front of the other.
It may take a little while for your wife to stabilize. Took the mother of my nephew a while to get the BP back to normal. Had to take some meds temporarily. Do what the docs and nurses tell y'all to do.
Accept all offers of help from friends and relatives that will truly help you. They want to help if they've offered and some of it can be invaluable. That's what friends and families are for.
Most importantly, keep the faith! We've got you covered with prayers.
Definitely keep us updated on our little mascot!
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