Benjamin Chance is here!

As many of you know, Sherri and I recently had a new addition to our family. Benjamin Chance was born September 17, 2009 at 6:16 am. He was only 24 weeks old and weighed in at 1 pound, 5 ounces and was 12.25 inches long. Needless to say, he was extremely premature and very small. After 5 long months in the NICU, Benjamin was able to come home on February 10, 2010. Benjamin is doing great now and is moving on from his stay at the NICU. Thank you to everyone for your thoughts and prayers; we really appreciate it.

If you believe, you will receive whatever you ask for in prayer.
Matthew 21:22

As you do not know the path of the wind, or how the body is formed in a mother's womb, so you cannot understand the work of God, the Maker of all things.
Ecclesiastes 11:5

Monday, October 12, 2009

Day 25 - Still resting

Benjamin had a really good weekend. They continue to place him on his side and stomach, but they have to strap him down and really watch him because he likes to move so much. They used his teddy bear to keep him from moving, but that only lasted a few minutes.

Benjamin was weighed over the weekend and is now just over 2 pounds. His feedings have continued to be increased since his surgery since he is digesting it really well. You can all ready tell when he gets hungry because he starts to get restless.

Overall, Benjamin looks pretty good. The concern right now is still his lungs, but he started a steroid yesterday that should help those grow. Hopefully the good days continue; please continue to pray for Benjamin.
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  1. AnonymousOctober 12, 2009 at 9:55 AM

    So glad, and so thankful that Benjamin is resting well and growing. God has truly answered our prayers. We continue to pray for steady growth and development.
    Love, John and Alice

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  2. chattycathy526October 13, 2009 at 6:17 PM

    I am so glad to hear Benjamin is doing so well!! I know those lungs are going to grow and grow!! Prayers that Benjamin will continue to grow and be well cotinue as well as for Sherri and Todd. 2 pounds....that is great news!! You Go Benjamin!! Thank God for answering our prayers!!

    Love and Hugs

    Cathy

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