The Begining!!

The Begining!!!!!

We found out on September 25, 2009 that we were going to have a baby born with a Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia. We were very scared and nervous and wasn't quiet sure what to expect. We were told that the baby would have to be born at UVA Medical Center in Charlottesville, VA. On October 1st we had an appointment at UVA for a ultrasound. We were very scared and not sure what the doctors would tell us. The doctors informed us that the baby was going to be born with a hole in his diaphragm. The hole would allow his stomach and intestines to come up threw the hole and push on the baby's lungs. The baby's lungs would not be able to develop as well a a normal baby's would. The baby would have to have a tube down its throat to help the baby breathe. They would do surgery on the baby 3 to 10 days after it is born to fix the hole and put everything back were its suppose to be. The doctors gave us all the facts and told us that there is no guarantee. We knew that it was going to be a very long and rough road ahead but we were going to stay positive and have faith. We received a lot of information that scared us and made us very nervous but we also were informed that we were going to have a baby BOY! We are going to have a son and he is going to be an amazing young man! We chose to name him Nathaniel because it meant "Given by God" and we knew that he is our gift and we were blessed. We have had many doctors appointments since then and many ultrasounds and he is growing and doing as well as can be expected. They are going to induce me on February 4. Nate will have to remain in the NICU until he will be able to breathe on his own. We have faith that God will take good care of him and he is going to be okay. Nate is making his mark early in life so God must have a special purpose in mind for him.















Wednesday, February 3, 2010

My Letter to my son!

Dear Nathaniel,

Well, we have been together 24 hours a day 7 days a week for 39 weeks. It hasn't always been pleasant with you in my ribs and me poking you all the time but we made it through it together. Having you with me all the time and knowing what you were doing was my reassurance that you were okay. I could feel you move and laugh when something was pushing on my stomach and you'd get mad and push back. Its very hard to have you leave me and not always know for sure that you are okay. You are a very strong and already stubborn little boy and I have loved every minute, every second that we have spent together as one. I have taken you has far as I can I've kept you safe, warm and full. Now its up to YOU, God and the doctors. You have to fight with every beautiful bone in your body because there are a lot of people that want to get their hands on you. Our journey together with me carrying you is almost over but our journey with me holding your hand is about to begin. I will be by your side for the rest of MY life through the thick and thin and in our case its mostly going to be thick. You are my beautiful, strong and courageous little boy and you have a lot of fight in you so don't give up. I love you more than you will ever know. Be my brave little boy.

Love always,
Mommy
Posted by at

3 comments:

  1. JennaFebruary 3, 2010 at 5:08 PM

    Im so excited to see you and Riley tomorrow, Linds! I feel like I havent seen you in forever. I cant believe I am gonna have a nephew in a day or two.

    ReplyDelete
  2. AnonymousFebruary 3, 2010 at 6:27 PM

    Lindsey and Phil: Just think, tomorrow you will have a new addition to the Ollis family - YAY!!! We will be thinking of you both tomorrow and praying for little Nate. He does seem to be a strong little fellow and I am sure things will be fine. I hope things go quickly and smoothly for you and we will be sending up little prayers all day long.

    Debbie

    ReplyDelete
  3. Karla MeltonFebruary 3, 2010 at 11:54 PM

    I can't hardly read the screen for the tears that are falling! You have been amazing throughout the beginning of this journey! Nate gets his determination honestly. You and Phil have had to cope with a lot, people don't realize what you have had to go through since September. Thank you for allowing me to be with you when I could. Tomorrow is almost here and God knows exactly what his plan is! I can't wait to see you and just be there. Remember just as you are going to be holding Nate's hand, we are all holding yours! I love you so much Lindsey. I pray you can get some sleep tonight! See you tomorrow!

    ReplyDelete

Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom)