He was born last night, at 36 weeks, by c-section. Though still a preemie, he weighed in at a whopping 6 pounds, 1 ounce and 18 inches long. You see him above with B's freakishly large hand.
Because he is a preemie, and also a c-section baby, he is having a little trouble with his lungs in that he has some fluid in them. He was working hard last night to clear them out but finally had to be put on oxygen. Today they are weaning him off already. They also had to put an IV in his sweet little head so that he can get some nutrients. He is too busy breathing to be bothered with feeding right now. They expect him to be doing just fine in a couple of days.
What a wild ride!
I would guess that the relinquishment paperwork can be signed sometime on Saturday. We don't have a day yet that we can expect to head home.
Please continue to pray for Andrew, the birth family, and us.
Congratulations! I am very happy for all of you!
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Congrats Chris I am absolutely thrilled for you and your husband!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations!! He is beautiful. I will be praying that he gets to come home soon.
ReplyDeleteI still get tingles just thinkin about this. Awesome! Our prayers are with you and can't wait until you bring the little man home.
ReplyDeleteThat is great news!!! And what a precious picture!!!! We'll be thinking about you in these next few days and weeks as we pray the little boy grows strong every day! What a miracle!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations, Chris!! He looks adorable! When can he go home with you? I think it won't be too long--that's a good birth weight!
ReplyDeleteChris - he is beautiful!! I want to give you a big big big hug! You are in my thoughts
ReplyDeleteChris - Had to post here even though I've texted and emailed you...I am so incredibly happy for you and B. CONGRATULATIONS, MOMMY!!!
ReplyDeleteWelcome to the world Andrew Robert! and welcome to parenthood Chris and B! Congratulations!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations Mamma!
ReplyDeleteBest wishes for a wonderful next few days...
-Jenny
Congratulations! I hope everything continues to go well for all of you!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations!! That picture just makes me want to plant kisses all over his cheek!! He is just too adorable for words!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations!!!!!!! He is wonderful. I'm so, so thrilled for you.
ReplyDeleteI am so happy for you- I have tears in my eyes. What an amazing gift you have just gotten- and I know you will be wonderful parents. So so happy for you! Please keep us posted. P.S. I always loved the name Andrew. YAY!
ReplyDeleteHOORAY! Congrats to you and your family. What a perfect little baby boy. :-)
ReplyDeleteBig congrats to you!!!
ReplyDeleteHurrah!!!!! What a perfect little guy!!!
ReplyDeleteHurrah!!!!! What a perfect little guy!!!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations! Love the name.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations Mommy!
ReplyDeleteHe's beautiful
Congrats! What a wonderful joy. He is very cute.
ReplyDeleteVery Beautiful and great color. Congrates, prayers and hugs for all of you.
ReplyDeleteI am so happy for you! I can't believe how quickly everything went. Congratulations, he is perfect!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations! He's such a little sweetheart!
ReplyDeleteWonderful Wonderful news! I cant wait to meet you Andrew!!!! I know mommy and daddy have been waiting for you.
ReplyDeleteGod bless you and watch over you while you continue to grow the strenght to come home!
Your a MOMMY!!! How sweet it is..... he is adorable of course. My my he's a big boy -- well for his gestational age anyway... Congrats and we need more more more pictures...... sam
ReplyDeleteCongrats Chris and Brian!!
ReplyDeleteLove Uncle Eric and Auntie Kari
Congrats, Mama!!! He sure is a handsome little man! What a blessing!
ReplyDeleteWelcome to the world, sweet Andrew!
Hugs & Blessings to you all!
Kim
What a sweetheart, A wonderful gift from God. God Bless you all. Your Mom's Genealogy Friend, Darleen in Huntington Beach, CA
ReplyDeleteOk, I don't usually cry reading blogs, but right now I do - he is going to be such a blessing to you :) Congratulations!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations - that is wonderful news!!
ReplyDeleteMany, many congratulations, good thoughts and prayers for everyone.
ReplyDeleteOh my goodness, congratulations to you guys! What a beautiful boy; I'm so glad to hear things are going well!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations!!!! I'm so happy for you both and hope you'll be bringing him home soon! He's gorgeous. :)
ReplyDeleteCongratulations Mama!
ReplyDeletePraise God for a safe arrival!!! I'm just so thrilled for you guys!!! I'm praying that little Andrew continues to strengthen! I hoep the paper signings go smoothly!!
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