Tuesday, April 27, 2010

Welcome Home Braxton




So Braxton finally got discharged from the hospital today after being in the NICU for 7 weeks. He made such tremendous progress over the past 7 weeks that he didn't have to stay as long as they thought he would. He was sent home on an apnea machine because of his little "episode" he had last Friday (when he was originally suppose to come home) They don't think that he will really have any more since that was kinda a one time thing, but they just wanted to take precautions just in case. So we're not sure how long he will need to stay on it. Hopefully, not long cuz that thing is FREAKIN loud!!! Having him home has been great... besides the fact he peed on me already, the dogs keep trying to lick him and I have to lug that machine from room to room but other than that, we couldn't be happier to finally have our little one with us. My mom was here to help me with him today and she even let me take a nap since I got no sleep last night being at the hospital. I have a feeling it is going to be an interesting first couple weeks trying to adjust to this whole new lifestyle, but it's worth it. Once again, we just want to thank everyone who kept us in your prayers. I know that is part of the reason he is doing so well.

Braxton McKay
Born: 3/7/10
Weight: 3 lbs 3 oz
Length: 16 1/4 in.

Released from Hospital : 4/27/10
Weight: 6 lbs 14 oz.
Length: 19 in

Oh, one of my best friends Kallie finally had her baby today, Easton Henry Brown. He is so cute! Yay! Braxton has a little friend now!!!

5 comments:

Stephanie and Cody Sunderhaus said...

That is so stinkin exciting!!! YAY. Welcome home Braxton!! Love you guys. Can't wait to meet him.

Sharisa at Outstanding Occasions said...

Yeah!! That is so great! It's an adjustment no matter what so hang in there :) and yes...you will be peed on many many times!

Beth said...

Yay!! We are sooo happy for you guys and for B!! We can't wait to see him soon. BTW, get used to the no sleep thing...it's gonna be rough for a while, but rough in the best of ways! You have your sweet little boy home! Nothing could be better, than knowing he is such a miracle and he is really yours!!

Ben N Nessa said...

How fun for you guys! Keep the pictures coming :)

Sunderhaus Family said...

Tell your friend that Easton Henry is a freaking awesome name.

Also, CONGRATULATIONS! I knew it would all work out in the end. :) It takes some definite adjustment, but just wait til he is following you around saying "Mere Mama Mere!" And wants to show you something. You are going to melt!

Rachel