tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2106730697143466211.post1732389007278273191..comments2023-06-21T07:07:15.648-07:00Comments on Parker's Fight: Emotionally drainedHeather and Adamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16329671381026662912noreply@blogger.comBlogger8125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2106730697143466211.post-22342326495438696202010-11-01T12:39:13.903-07:002010-11-01T12:39:13.903-07:00Ann Frank said this 'I don't think of all ...Ann Frank said this 'I don't think of all the misery, but of the beauty that still remains.' <br /><br />All of these appointments and the fear of the unknown are sooo incredibly miserable, but keep remembering that beautiful baby boy, and in just a short while you will get to see him, to touch him and to love on him..try to focus on that.. because THOSE moments are the moments you will remember the rest of your life.. ((hugs))Jenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07386710835021940223noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2106730697143466211.post-12758248536048228452010-11-01T10:03:46.130-07:002010-11-01T10:03:46.130-07:00I found your blog by way of my nephew Damon's ...I found your blog by way of my nephew Damon's blog. As just an Aunt, I know it is not the same, but let me say this: You will get through this. It will be tough and the road is long, but not impossible. "I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me" Phil 4:13<br />Hang in there, because once you see little Parker's face, you will find the strength to carry on.MommyShelle Chttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04312359532782706123noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2106730697143466211.post-35829556142933510512010-10-31T18:16:09.638-07:002010-10-31T18:16:09.638-07:00Lots of hugs! We are all here for you and praying...Lots of hugs! We are all here for you and praying like crazy for you guys! Like the moms mentioned before, the strength to get through it will come when it is needed...PROMISE!! I know it's overwhelming, but taking it a day at a time is all you can do. <br /><br />The pics are precious! He looks like such a cutie!!Tarahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13202621464167811581noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2106730697143466211.post-78927037454828386682010-10-31T10:01:18.516-07:002010-10-31T10:01:18.516-07:00I wish I could give you the biggest hug! I know ex...I wish I could give you the biggest hug! I know exactly how you are feeling. I remember feeling the same way. You don't think you are strong, but when you look back, you'll see the strength everyone is talking about. You have all of us other heart moms who are here for you too! Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers,<br /><br />Jenny- mom to Aly- HLHS 16 months<br />http://jennyandjeremylincoln.blogspot.comJennyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03815949154302796501noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2106730697143466211.post-89080918360176848772010-10-31T09:37:27.104-07:002010-10-31T09:37:27.104-07:00Oh hun I remember all to well how horrible those a...Oh hun I remember all to well how horrible those appointments were and how scary it is. Jacob had a restricted septum. Actually they thought his would be fine but it became completely intact after birth so they had to rush him to the cath lab because his lungs were flooded with blood. It is good they are prepared to take him to the cath lab already. If they had taken my Jake immediatly he would not have gotten so sick. Anyway, I didn't hold him until he was 9 days old and I won't lie it was hard very hard but it was also ok and he is doing amazing right now. There is hope and its true that the baby is so small they don't know what is going on nor will they remember. Jake is 7 months old now... I never imagined time would go by so fast. He is smiling, growing great and just a normal happy chunky baby. Don't lose hope hun, its good they found it early. As hopeless as it seems its not. The unknown is the worst part. <br /><br />Jacob's whole story is at <br />jacobsspecialheart.blogspot.com<br /><br />Please write me anytime if you need to talk, ask questions, what ever. I am here. Everything your feeling is normal. My advice, try to rest. I feared so much but learned even when my biggest fears happen it can still be ok. We are not in control but your giving your baby the best chance possible and tahts all you can do. <br /><br />Heart Hugs.Kathy Bakerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04770278646550731651noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2106730697143466211.post-85603336211485145062010-10-31T07:33:22.397-07:002010-10-31T07:33:22.397-07:00Not sure if you know, but Kathy Baker's son, J...Not sure if you know, but Kathy Baker's son, Jacob, had atrial septum issues and was cathed after birth as well. If you haven't talked to her and have questions, I'm certain she would answer them for you. She's a great source of information re restricted atrial septum issue/complications. Just thought I'd let you know.<br /><br />Kathy had Jake a little over one month before Zoe arrived. I remember her telling me, as my anxiety grew each day, that the anticipation and waiting is the worst. She was right. Try and relax (easy for me to say on the 'other side') these next several weeks. Parker is safe and sound inside your belly. Once he's born, you'll be strong. Somehow, we seem to find the strength in those times of need. Perhaps its survival instinct, but we all manage to dig deep and find that extra gusto. You'll do great. Breathe.Staceyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00236715948080857359noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2106730697143466211.post-84666805223729886332010-10-31T05:54:43.946-07:002010-10-31T05:54:43.946-07:00I soooooo know the feeling. :( I'm actually so...I soooooo know the feeling. :( I'm actually so sick of people telling me I'm strong! I'm SO NOT STRONG! I break down all of the time and don't know how I'm going to do this either. We don't have a choice. :( I got ZERO sleep last night because I'm terrified of what's to come that's getting closer so quickly. We've been getting the house ready and it's making everything so much more real. :( I HOPE you get a date scheduled soon. Just so frustrating that you have to pull teeth to get any information about dates like that and they don't realize how vital that info is to people. I just found out last week that my repeat csection will be on Dec. 23. My due date is officially 12.30. I have 2 more echos before then 1 the day before Thanksgiving and the other a week before his birth. Then they will determine if I have to deliver right in the cath lab so that he can have the procedure right away as well. :( Our reason is a bit different. They're saying it's due to a restrictive foramen ovale. I'm so sorry that your echo was so long and painful. That seems torturous to me. :( My scans are a tad long but haven't been painful although last time my silly baby was in such a position that I had to lie on my side for them to get the best view of his heart. Well, I want you to know that I am sending you big hugs from Chicago and also that you are not alone in your journey. Maybe one day our boys can meet and play together. Wouldn't that be the BEST?! Prayers for their strength and ours always!! <3 <3 <3amanda.hokansonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04026798556564033711noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2106730697143466211.post-73279861845949811712010-10-31T01:56:49.912-07:002010-10-31T01:56:49.912-07:00sounds almost to a t like my first visit!
i hope ...sounds almost to a t like my first visit! <br />i hope you continue to stay strong and you are doing amazing i cant believe he is 4 pounds thats great! huge hugs we are going to get through this!Katie Dhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15165292801491273903noreply@blogger.com