Psalm 139:13-16

"For you created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother's womb. I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well. My frame was not hidden from you when I was made in the secret place, when I was woven together in the depths of the earth. Your eyes saw my unformed body; all the days ordained for me were written in your book before one of them came to be."

Friday, March 11, 2011

Post Op

We are loving every minute holding our precious Grace like a "normal" baby now!  It is amazing!  She is doing great!  Yesterday, we spent about six hours holding her.  Her incision looks great, and her doctors are very happy with how she is doing.  We got there and found a sweet pink bow in her hair, thanks to her nurse!  They extubated her early yesterday morning, and her vital signs and labs have been great.  They discontinued all her IVs except for one, which was giving her IV fluids to keep her hydrated.  We got to feed her for the first time after surgery around 2:00 pm yesterday.  She did great!  She took two ounces!  Her Nanny and Pawpaw got to visit with her some yesterday too.  We are so happy with how Grace is doing!  We may get to bring her home as early as next Wednesday!  She is such a miracle, and all praise to our Father!

I thought you would like to see some pictures of our miracle baby!

One of my favorites!
Morning of her surgery!

My first bow!  :)










First time holding her after surgery!





Sweet baby girl :)
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24 comments:

  1. Gracie BethMarch 11, 2011 at 10:05 AM

    she is SO beautiful!

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  2. AmyMarch 11, 2011 at 10:10 AM

    By God's Grace! How amazing. She is beautiful.

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  3. EmilyMarch 11, 2011 at 10:14 AM

    She is just beautiful!

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  4. JessiMarch 11, 2011 at 10:19 AM

    So incredibly happy!!!!

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  5. AnonymousMarch 11, 2011 at 11:04 AM

    We praise God for His miracle in Baby Grace. She looks so cute with her bow.
    Very happy for you all.

    Marielly

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  6. TheEzekiel5March 11, 2011 at 11:09 AM

    So happy for ya'll!! Look at those precious cheeks. Thanks so much for the update. Prayers for Grace's continuing progress. Praise to God !!

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  7. Memories by DesignMarch 11, 2011 at 11:23 AM

    She is BEYOND precious - such a miracle! I'm continuing to pray for your sweet girl - congrats!!!

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  8. Sandie-Matthew's MomMarch 11, 2011 at 11:31 AM

    Karen and Chad,

    It is wonderful to see both of you SMILING!

    Grace is positively precious and so cute. Wonderful news that she is feeding well and doing beautifully!! I continue to keep you all in my prayers and give praise to God!

    How exciting that baby Grace may come home next week. :)

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  9. AnonymousMarch 11, 2011 at 11:50 AM

    We are so blessed to have such an amazing God! He is so good!!! I'm so happy for you both & your smiles bring tears to joy to my eyes!!! You have been blessed with a miracle!!!

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  10. AnonymousMarch 11, 2011 at 12:13 PM

    GOD IS SO GOOD!!!! I am so happy for the whole family. Grace you are an amazing little girl. I can't wait until your mommy and daddy get to take you home. Thanks for the updates...and I hope yall have a great weekend.
    Allison
    www.jansens-journey.blogspot.com

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  11. LeslieMarch 11, 2011 at 12:21 PM

    She looks sooooo alert! What a miracle:)

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  12. JeanMarch 11, 2011 at 2:30 PM

    I had been so worried about your family especially the week before Grace's scheduled birth........I am beyond happy for you & yours. My eyes welled up today looking at your pictures. Grace is beautiful!

    You can tell by the looks on Momma & Daddy's faces that you both are finally being able to just experience the joy of your little one............without the heaviness & strees of the world on your shoulders.

    God bless your little family abundantly.

    :)

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  13. AnonymousMarch 11, 2011 at 4:03 PM

    She has the most beautiful fingernails. I am so happy she is doing so well. We NEVER underestimate the glorious God we serve.
    Linda Dowdy

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  14. AnonymousMarch 11, 2011 at 5:02 PM

    She is a beautiful baby. So glad everything is going better than expected.

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  15. MarilynMarch 11, 2011 at 5:10 PM

    Beautiful family!! ♥♫

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  16. ChristyMarch 11, 2011 at 5:25 PM

    She is beautiful. Praise God for your sweet little girl. I will continue to keep Grace in my prayers.

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  17. AnonymousMarch 11, 2011 at 5:34 PM

    I am so happy for you and your family, Grace. You are so blessed to be born into such a loving, faithful family!

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  18. crystalMarch 11, 2011 at 6:12 PM

    Karen,
    God is so good!!! I am so thankful that he still performs miracles!!! I am praying for you, Chad, Grace and the rest of your family. Grace's story should and has touched many lives and it should show people that He is still God. God knew that Grace would be a perfect way to show people in this day and time that He is still in control and He knew that you and Chad were Faithful enough that He could count on you to still trust in Him and believe in Him. I hope you guys get to take her home soon.
    Love in Christ,
    Crystal

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  19. AnonymousMarch 11, 2011 at 6:48 PM

    God is good! Thanks for the precious photos of your miracle baby. Again, GOD IS GOOD!

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  20. AnonymousMarch 11, 2011 at 7:08 PM

    From reading the comments above, everyone has their favorite parts- fingernails, cheeks, etc. I love the chin by her bottom lip, especially as seen in your favorite pic! I remember when our Elizabeth was that small- so sweet, soft, and loveable! Congratulations! I cannot wait to meet her!!

    Josh & Kelly W

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  21. AnonymousMarch 11, 2011 at 9:15 PM

    Whoever says Miracles don't exist- You look at this angel and know they do= Love both of your beautiful Smiles-Can't wait to meet her love you==

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  22. UnknownMarch 11, 2011 at 11:51 PM

    Beautiful precious little girl and I can't wait to see Grace at home with the two of you. How Amazing our God is. It's exciting seeing the smile on both your faces. I continue to keep all of you in my prayers.

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  23. Vanessa - Adelaide SAMarch 12, 2011 at 5:41 AM

    She is such a beautiful Baby - I am so pleased that Grace soldiered on through her operation.

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  24. AnonymousMarch 15, 2011 at 8:37 PM

    Congrats!!! She is beautiful. Tonight I heard "What it means to be loved" by Mark Schultz, and thought of you and sweet Grace.

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