Saturday, August 27, 2005
Thursday, August 25, 2005
Clinton and Clayton
Hello everyone. We wanted to share an update regarding the passing of Braden's preemie friends, Clinton and Clayton White. Annie will be attending the memorial services for the babies.
Clinton and Clayton are the sons of Joel and Kim and those babies gave a lifetime of blessings in their short lives. We know those angels are smiling at us and watching us from above. "Some people only dream of angels. We held two in our arms."
Clinton and Clayton are the sons of Joel and Kim and those babies gave a lifetime of blessings in their short lives. We know those angels are smiling at us and watching us from above. "Some people only dream of angels. We held two in our arms."
Friday, August 12, 2005
Hi Gran!
Braden wanted to send a big hug and kiss to his great grandmother, Gran. She had surgery earlier this week and thankfully the surgery was successful. Gran is doing fine and Braden sends his love!
Braden has also been doing fine. He weighs 10.5 pounds and is growing every day! He's really happy at day care - he is truly surrounded by such loving people there! We do have some new pictures to share with you!
Here is Braden all ready to head to day care!
Braden likes to have some stretch time on the floor.
But he doesn't like to stay there too long.
His shirt says it all!
Braden's favorite place to nap is on a pillow tucked into a couch corner.
Braden has also been doing fine. He weighs 10.5 pounds and is growing every day! He's really happy at day care - he is truly surrounded by such loving people there! We do have some new pictures to share with you!
Here is Braden all ready to head to day care!
Braden likes to have some stretch time on the floor.
But he doesn't like to stay there too long.
His shirt says it all!
Braden's favorite place to nap is on a pillow tucked into a couch corner.
Tuesday, August 09, 2005
Braden's Friend Clayton
Hello everyone. We wanted to ask those of you reading this blog to take a few minutes today to say a little prayer for one of Braden's friends. His name is Clayton and he has not yet been born. His mom is still carrying him and they are in the maternity wing of Baylor in Dallas.
Sadly we found out that Clayton lost his twin brother over the weekend. And now the doctors are worried about Clayton. Clayton's mom, Kim, is doing everything she can to keep Clayton healthy and we all know that she is in the BEST care at Baylor.
So please say a little prayer for Clayton and his mom, Kim.
Thanks!
Sadly we found out that Clayton lost his twin brother over the weekend. And now the doctors are worried about Clayton. Clayton's mom, Kim, is doing everything she can to keep Clayton healthy and we all know that she is in the BEST care at Baylor.
So please say a little prayer for Clayton and his mom, Kim.
Thanks!
Monday, August 08, 2005
First Day of Daycare
Today was Braden's first day at his day care. You would think that I would be used to leaving my baby after 4 months in the NICU, but I was not. I cried all the way to work. I am extremely happy and comforted to know that Braden is staying with family friends. Even though we call it day care, it really is much more like a family setting for him. He is with wonderful people who love him and will take such good care of our little guy. I tried to hold out as long as I could before calling to check on him. I made it all the way to 10:00 a.m. and had to call. Of course, he is doing great.
The last few weeks at home with Braden was the best! It gave me a much deeper sense of being a mom. It was such an amazing thing to watch him grow. Each day, it was something new and exciting. Braden definitely trained Steve and I very well. He gets us up for middle-of-the-night feedings, diaper changes and tons of hugs. Steve and I have really learned so much and we are so grateful to have these experiences.
It's fun when people call now to check on Braden because I get to give such fun reports. They often ask how I am doing...and I can tell you that I haven't eaten a good meal since he came home. I'm lucky to get a shower by noon and if I'm really lucky I get 2 consecutive hours of sleep in a night. But, obviously, I love every minute of it. Braden's health continues to improve and he gives us a million reasons to smile.
We recently found out that Braden is on the Newborns In Need web site! If you'd like to see him, he is on the main page here: http://www.newbornsinneed.org/. You can also read some of his story and see more pictures at this page: http://www.newbornsinneed.org/html/urgent_needs.html . We send so many thanks to the Newborns In Need organization for helping Braden and so many other beautiful babies.
Below are some recent photos of Braden that we wanted to share. Thanks for checking on Braden and we hope you continue to stop by!
P.S. Braden is weighing about 10 1/4 lbs now !!!! 22" long !!!
Here is Braden having play time with his mommy.
Aunt Clara snuggled up with Braden in his duck towel after a bath.
Cousins Jackson and Jonathan gave Braden this onesie from their vacation to Galveston.
Steve and Braden enjoy their afternoon naps on the couch.
Here's Braden hanging out on the couch.
Braden got a "Mexican Woobie" which is a tradition on Annie's side of the family.
This is the boppy pillow that Braden loves so much.
Braden snuggled and slept with his Grandbob.
The last few weeks at home with Braden was the best! It gave me a much deeper sense of being a mom. It was such an amazing thing to watch him grow. Each day, it was something new and exciting. Braden definitely trained Steve and I very well. He gets us up for middle-of-the-night feedings, diaper changes and tons of hugs. Steve and I have really learned so much and we are so grateful to have these experiences.
It's fun when people call now to check on Braden because I get to give such fun reports. They often ask how I am doing...and I can tell you that I haven't eaten a good meal since he came home. I'm lucky to get a shower by noon and if I'm really lucky I get 2 consecutive hours of sleep in a night. But, obviously, I love every minute of it. Braden's health continues to improve and he gives us a million reasons to smile.
We recently found out that Braden is on the Newborns In Need web site! If you'd like to see him, he is on the main page here: http://www.newbornsinneed.org/. You can also read some of his story and see more pictures at this page: http://www.newbornsinneed.org/html/urgent_needs.html . We send so many thanks to the Newborns In Need organization for helping Braden and so many other beautiful babies.
Below are some recent photos of Braden that we wanted to share. Thanks for checking on Braden and we hope you continue to stop by!
P.S. Braden is weighing about 10 1/4 lbs now !!!! 22" long !!!
Here is Braden having play time with his mommy.
Aunt Clara snuggled up with Braden in his duck towel after a bath.
Cousins Jackson and Jonathan gave Braden this onesie from their vacation to Galveston.
Steve and Braden enjoy their afternoon naps on the couch.
Here's Braden hanging out on the couch.
Braden got a "Mexican Woobie" which is a tradition on Annie's side of the family.
This is the boppy pillow that Braden loves so much.
Braden snuggled and slept with his Grandbob.
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