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

Thursday, October 29, 2009

Day 42- Benjamin is 30 Weeks today!

Benjamin is really growing; he is now up to 2 pounds 13 ounces. He had another good day today. His oxygen is remaining between 38-48% which is good considering he was maintaining around 50-60% and higher at times. The doctors say he needs to require less oxygen assistance and maintain it for a while before they will attempt to wean him from the ventilator. We need his lungs to continue to mature and then with God's help he will be strong enough for CPAP(Continuous Positive Airway Pressure), which will mean he is doing the breathing on his own and utilizing the CPAP to help keep his lungs from collapsing all the way during exhalation. This will be a huge step in the right direction, but can be challenging for babies his size and age.

I got to hold him again tonight, but Todd had to work late. Benjamin is such a little angel. I think he really enjoys being held. I know it puts me in a place of complete peace when I am holding him close.

I am so thankful for this little blessing that has come into our lives.

Thank you for the continued prayers.

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4 comments:

  1. chattycathy526October 30, 2009 at 6:53 AM

    Such great news!! The Lord is answering our prayers as we continue to believe for Benjamin*s continued development!! Praise God!! Obviously his lungs are growing and will continue to do so!! My prayers continue for Benjamin, you and Topdd!! I know he feels your powerful love when you guys hold him. Benjamin could have ever found more wonderful parents than you and Todd.
    May continue to bless your lives with your perfect Benjamin!! Sweet dreams Baby Boy!!

    Love and hugs

    Cathy

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  2. amyoutlawOctober 30, 2009 at 9:01 PM

    Oh that was such a sweet post.

    Amy

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  3. UnknownOctober 31, 2009 at 5:36 PM

    sherri and todd, Jorge and I are so glad to see Benjamins progress. Stay strong. He really is growing!!!!!! courtney and Jorge

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  4. Chris and MachelOctober 31, 2009 at 10:37 PM

    So happy for the three of you! We continue to pray for Benjamin's strength and progress. God Bless!

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