Yes, Max is here! He was born Dec. 4 at 5:48 pm and weighed in at 4 lbs. 9 oz. which is actually pretty big for only 33 weeks. I got to see him for about 2 seconds before they took him to the NICU. He's doing really well. He didn't even have to be intubated and is only on a tiny bit of oxygen and they're about to take him off that too.
We had an amazing experience during the c-section and know that there were many guardian angels watching over us. I can still feel them when I go to visit Max so I know he is in good hands. He is a very cute little guy. He pretty much sleeps all the time because it takes all his energy to breathe, but today he opened his eyes and really looked at me for the first time. It was awesome. I try not to talk too much when I'm with him because it always excites him and makes him breathe faster, so I know he knows who I am but I am content for the moment just to watch him.
I am home as of today. I had a little bit of a rough recovery because I lost a lot of blood. I ended up having a transfusion and that seemed to help a lot because for a while there I wasn't able to lift my arms up. I wasn't able to go see Max until 2 days after he was born, I thought it was going to kill me, but it was all worth it when they let me hold him! I plan on spending a lot of time down with Max in the NICU and luckily I have amazing friends and family that are willing to help out with Megan and all the other things that will have to go on the back burner. Megan is so sad because she can't come to visit Max because of RSV season, she's just going to have to be patient with pictures. :)
We really don't know when Max will come home, the only definite date they can tell us now is the due date, but almost all babies go home way before that and Max is doing so well that I think it's safe to say he'll be home around New Year's.
the 1st time I got to hold him
The 2 seconds I got to see him
April, Congratulations!!! He is such a beautiful baby boy. We are so happy that things are going well. Lance and I fasted for you and baby Max today. It was so great to see the blog post and know you are both doing good. Please let us know what we can do to help you. We would love Megan to come play with our kids, anytime!
ReplyDeleteI love his fuzzy head! What a cutie, I think he looks like you Apes. Poor Megan, I bet she can't wait to meet him. Congrats!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations, he looks adorable. I am sorry things were so crazy, but glad that you are both doing well. We hope Max continues to grow and do well and that he will be home with you as soon as possible.
ReplyDeleteHe is Sooooo beautiful! I love the shot where he's on his tummy. Love the chubby little arms and back! I'm glad to hear he is doing so well! I hope your recovery is speedy too April - so you can all enjoy each other! Love, MKG
ReplyDeleteCongrats!! You guys continue to be a cute family. Max looks great and I am so impressed he is doing so well. We love those angels. We are looking at Max's pictures tonight for a little family time..even Paisley gets excited:) We miss you guys and hope to see you soon if you don't mind. We would love to see Max but we know that will come soon. We would also love to have Megan around sometimes..I am free as can be this season so give me a call if you need anything...even a ride down to the hospital if you want. We sure love you guys and are so happy all is well.
ReplyDeleteCongrats! What a cutie! We are so happy everthing went well.
ReplyDeleteCongrats!! I am glad he's doing so well. I had similar experience with feeling angels around Hailey when she was born and during her stay in the NICU. It's so wonderful to know they're being watched over from the other side. Like I said before, we would love to have Megan come over. Please give me a call, 898-8923. Congrats!!!
ReplyDeleteApril you are such a trooper. I hope you start feeling better. Max is such a cutie, Please let us know if there is anything we can do for you guys.
ReplyDeleteWay to go Max on being such a tough little guy. It is so great to hear that he is doing so well. I hope that you continue to recover as well. We can't wait to see him in person, but know that we will just have to wait with everyone else. Congrats!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations! We've been praying for you and little Max as well as for your mom. We hope Max get's to go home and meet his amazing big sister soon. Good luck in the NICU and we will keep you and Max in our prayers. Who knows maybe between prayers and angels he will be able to get home in time for Christmas!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations April and Toby! I am so happy for you guys! A new baby is so much fun :)
ReplyDeleteOh my goodness you two he is beautiful!!! I started crying when I saw his picture....I know you have wanted him for so long and now here he is and he looks like he is worth every second you waited! I am so glad you are all doing great and recovering well. I will keep you in my prayers and I hope he is home with you soon! Enjoy those precious kids!
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Gotta love his crinkle forehead! He is so adorable. We are so glad he is doing so well. . . you can tell he's a Spjute with all the determination he has and that he got the uber powered Johnson lungs. We love you guys and are praying for you all. Love, Brandon and Netell
ReplyDeleteWe are so happy for you both. Wow, what an adventure you have been here to bring little Max into the world. He is a miracle. We are happy that so many guardian angels are watching over your family. Congrats again!! We are very happy for you and like Heidi said-Kameron would love to play with Megan any time.
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