Can you guess where we are?
Yep... you probably guessed it... back in the hospital. There were some more "issues" last night and as they continued this morning we decided to check in with the on-call doctor, who told us to check in to the hospital. I have been admitted, which means I'll be here at least tonight and then will talk with my doctor in the morning to see what the plan is.
News? Faith Clare now seems to be weighing in around 5lbs 11ozs which is great for 34 1/2 weeks. The ultrasound again looked good and they didn't see any reason for the issues that keep arising. I have progressed further, both dilated and effaced, and the contractions are coming. At this point I am on IV fluids to see if the fluid and the shot of breathine will slow things down. Today was supposed to be my last day on the procardia so that will be discontinued this evening as planned and we'll see what happens.
Right now I feel good about making it this far. Of course a few more weeks would be great, but I know that the Lord has a perfect plan for us and will make that known. If things slow down, we'll see what she says tomorrow about me going home or just staying in the hospital until Faith Clare arrives. If things continue or progress, our little bundle might be here sooner than we thought.
As I mentioned, I am so thankful that we are at this stage... knowing that our baby should be healthy and strong if she arrives on this hospital stay. But I also can't help but think about some of the "smaller" issues right now, such as her breathing on her own and also her ability to nurse. I knew with Maddox that nursing wasn't going to be possible, whatever the outcome, but what I didn't realize was that not being able to breastfeed would be one of the hardest things, both emotionally and physically, after losing him.
Please, if you would be praying for several things right now, we would be so grateful! Please pray for wisdom for our doctors, for strength and health for our baby girl, for her lungs to be developed and her ability to breath on her own, for no overnight stay in the NICU, for our peace of mind, and for her ability to nurse. I know that is a lot of requests and that God will chose to answer each one as He sees fit... Thank you for praying for us through this emotional time... through this very emotional year!
I will be sure to update with any news soon!
Love & blessings.
David's Prayer- "Then King David went in and sat before the LORD, and he said: "Who am I, O Sovereign LORD, and what is my family, that you have brought me this far?"- 2 Samuel 7:18
News? Faith Clare now seems to be weighing in around 5lbs 11ozs which is great for 34 1/2 weeks. The ultrasound again looked good and they didn't see any reason for the issues that keep arising. I have progressed further, both dilated and effaced, and the contractions are coming. At this point I am on IV fluids to see if the fluid and the shot of breathine will slow things down. Today was supposed to be my last day on the procardia so that will be discontinued this evening as planned and we'll see what happens.
Right now I feel good about making it this far. Of course a few more weeks would be great, but I know that the Lord has a perfect plan for us and will make that known. If things slow down, we'll see what she says tomorrow about me going home or just staying in the hospital until Faith Clare arrives. If things continue or progress, our little bundle might be here sooner than we thought.
As I mentioned, I am so thankful that we are at this stage... knowing that our baby should be healthy and strong if she arrives on this hospital stay. But I also can't help but think about some of the "smaller" issues right now, such as her breathing on her own and also her ability to nurse. I knew with Maddox that nursing wasn't going to be possible, whatever the outcome, but what I didn't realize was that not being able to breastfeed would be one of the hardest things, both emotionally and physically, after losing him.
Please, if you would be praying for several things right now, we would be so grateful! Please pray for wisdom for our doctors, for strength and health for our baby girl, for her lungs to be developed and her ability to breath on her own, for no overnight stay in the NICU, for our peace of mind, and for her ability to nurse. I know that is a lot of requests and that God will chose to answer each one as He sees fit... Thank you for praying for us through this emotional time... through this very emotional year!
I will be sure to update with any news soon!
Love & blessings.
David's Prayer- "Then King David went in and sat before the LORD, and he said: "Who am I, O Sovereign LORD, and what is my family, that you have brought me this far?"- 2 Samuel 7:18
Comments
I love you, Kenzie!
connie
I'm so thankful you've made it this far... every day helps...
I have been in your shoes for both the issues that you mentioned. I will pray for ALL of them, but especially for strength for you. I was reminded today of a great verses that I hope give you comfort. I am sure you do repeat the promise to yourself and listen to the song that mentions it.
Psamls 121 I lift my eyes to the hills. From where does my help come? My help comes from the Lord, who made the heaven and earth. He will not let your foot be moved; he who keeps you will not slumber. Behold, he who keeps Israel will neither slumber nor sleep. The Lord is your keeper; the Lord is your shade on your right hand. The sun shall not strike you by day, nor the moon by night. The Lord will keep you from all evil; he will keep your life. The Lord will keep your going out and your coming in from this time forth and forevermore.
I am praying for you and no amount of requests are too much for our Lord. He knows exactly what is to come here and I know He will remain faithful. Especially praying about you nursing, I know how important this is for you and for baby Faith. I love you Kenzie and am right beside you in prayer.
Hugs and Many Prayers, Laurie in Ca.
Rest well knowing He is holding you and precious Faith in His hands.
Praying for all of your requests.
Love,
Jill
I have been reading for sometime but this is the first time commenting.
I have been praying for you for sometime and will pray fervently for you now and your sweet Faith Claire, your hubby and son.
Hang in there and please keep us posted.
I will also pray that you are able to nurse. I know that feelng. I was not sure i would be able to nurse my third due to heart trouble of my own and meds.
Love in Christ,
Juliana
www.positivechaos.wordpress.com
Thanks for sharing your Maddox whose life deeply touched my soul.
Hugs and prayers,
Amanda
I LOVE YOU!!!
bri TX
Love, kari
Praying for each and every thing right now.
I love King David's prayer.
How true.
Aren't our families everything to God?
And HE brings us FAR.
Molly
Thinking of you!
Debbie
Blessings- Donna from Australia
I want to you know I always pray for you. Everyday,every time I think of you,I do pray for Stanfield especially for baby Faith. I pray for her health. It's the most important thing for a baby. I loving you so much. She will
be healthy enough!!!!!
Thinking of you and praying for you!
Iric
We are praying for you all and know that God has everything in place. Continue keeping your amazing spirits high. We look forward to meeting Baby Faith when the special day comes.
Love ya,
Amanda A. & family
I know you are getting excited about meeting Miss Faith...I think we all are!! =)
Romans 15:13
May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in Him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.
Love,
Kathy
i hope everything is ok. i will continue to pray for the 4 of ya'll.
I am praying you through this tough time - asking God to grant all of your requests and give you peace that His plan for your family is a perfect one. 2 Samuel 7:18 is so perfect and a verse I have come to love over the past few months. God has brought you so far to do a good work in you, and He will see you through. Can't wait to meet your new bundle of joy!
Hugs and prayers,
Karen
Darlene