Introducing:
Elliana "Elly" Faith
Born October 27, 2009
(Due February 6, 2010)
1 pound 6 ounces
Elliana "Elly" Faith
Born October 27, 2009
(Due February 6, 2010)
1 pound 6 ounces
12 & 3/4 inches
3:07 pm
Our very little girl came as a quite a surprise Tuesday afternoon as I was just going in for a rountine OB check up. Her heart rate was low, and so I was sent to labor & delivery. At the time I thought it was just for monitoring and not concerned. But within a few minutes I was being prepped for an emergency c-section. Her heart rate was having severe drops, and I was told whatever was going on inside, was not good, and that she stood a better chance on the outside. Once in the OR they got to her, and we found out what was causing her distress. She had the cord wrapped around her neck 4 times tightlty. We were told that if she hadn't been taken then, that she probably wouldn't have made it much longer with the cord how it was. So we consider it a miracle, and blessing in disguise that all events lined up as they did. Of course like any pregnancy we wish she could have made it full and to term to grow and develop, but are just grateful at this point that she is here and recieving the best care possible. She is what the doctors refer to as a micro-premie. Things are positive at this point and she is doing very well. We have heard many success stories of babies that have been born at this stage and are very comforted by this. The doctors have warned us there will be good days and bad days, but so far we have had more good than bad. We would like to express our deepest gratitude to all our family and friends. We are so thankful that we have been able to have family members come and be with the other kids at the house and keep things as normal as possible for them. We are truly blessed to have each of you in our lives. We have felt the love, support, and prayers for our family over the past 6 days. We thank you all from the bottom of our hearts.
Here's one more picture to show perspective...that is Dave's Aggie ring on her arm.
I've been trying to put a video clip, but I'm having blogger issues. Will try again tomorrow.
8 comments:
Oh Liz and Dave, my heart and prayers go out to your family at this time. We pray Elliana will continue to grow strong.
Liz and Dave,
I hope everything continues to go well for her, and for you! I'm assuming she will most likely be in the NICU until her due date (or there abouts). I hope everything continues to be smooth for your other kids. I just wish I was closer so that I could help out!
Liz, you and your beautiful family have been in my thoughts and prayers constantly! Elly is beautiful and such a miracle! I love that her middle name is Faith..so perfect! I am here for you whatever you need! Please use me!
She is precious and so small. I am glad you have lots of friends and family there to be with you. She's an angel!! So pretty. I am thankful we have doctors and modern medicine to help her. Our prayers are with you all.
*Sending you our love & prayers*
Liz and Dave-I heard just yesterday. She is sooo tiny! Our prayers are with you all!
She is a beautiful little girl. Our hearts and prayers are with you and your family. Our Father in Heaven is a miracle worker! I pray that you may find comfort and that Elly continues to improve, If you need ANYTHING just ask!
Liz thank you for sharing your precious pictures with us. I too have a story close to home of a baby born at 25 weeks. She is now 12 years old and a thriving, healthy young lady. Our thoughts and prayers continue to be with your entire family. What a blessing and miracle you were in the right place at the right time. We are here if there is ever anything you or your family need.
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