Here's our family of three (Harper Looks thrilled to be with us, huh? ha!) We had another good but busy day. I'm afraid I'm getting worse and worse at replying to (and reading) e-mails and you can see my blog post is coming extra late tonight. Now that our little pumpkin is awake and alert and feeding - we are trying to spend as much time with her as we can - plus we had a parenting class today. So if you don't hear from me - I love you and I'll try to get to you as soon as I can - but I am a momma now - and she takes first priority!!! (Can you blame me?)
Harper had a good day! She got all of the tubes out of her belly button. She was weaning off her pain meds so she got a little cranky today. We finally heard her cry! She sounds like a little lamb when she cries. It made us laugh. She was easily soothed with a little food or a paci.
This is our lactation specialist, Tina. (or as we like to call her - "Lac-tina". ha! She is SO nice - she helped us nurse this afternoon and Harper did pretty good. (She is not choking Harper - just burping her!) She was mad as a hornet at first and turned red and cried. We know we have to be patient. We bottle fed the rest of the day because she got so worked up - she was breathing a little hard and I want her to be able to breathe well so we will try again tomorrow!
Harper got moved to a cute pink crib today! She also got to wear clothes for the first time. Tomorrow I'm going to take her something cute to wear. This was me sad when she was throwing a fit. I wanted to scoop her up and kiss her all over. (I eventually did).
This sweet girl, Amy, came and saw me today and brought me the cutest note cards I've ever seen in my life that she made. SO thoughtful!!!! I got SOOOO many cute things in the mail today. I wish I could put them all on here but it might get out of control. I can't believe how nice all of you are. You REALLY don't need to send me things.........but I know it is all sent out of love and I can't express how much it has touched me.
Please pray for my friend Amy. She has a one year old girl and is expecting twin girls - Molly and Ruby. She is due the end ofApril but started having contractions and dilated today. They have given her medicine to stop it but I'm so worried. I've spent the last week looking at tiny babies and I'm praying her girls won't join that club.
P.S. Harper weighs 10 lbs and 9 oz! I love her so much!!!!
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«Oldest ‹Older 201 – 229 of 229 Newer› Newest»Oh, Kelly! I've checked on you guys several times today....I'm so thankful our electric is back on...and I smile, praise the Lord, and cry all at the same time, every time :) Still praying and praising for all of you......love,
Terri
Sinking Spring, OH
Came across your story a couple of days ago and wanted to come check back. God is good. What a beautiful girl you have.
I'm so glad that Harper is doing so well. She is a beautiful and strong baby girl and you guys are an amazing family. I am blessed to have gotten the opportunity to get to know your family through your blog. I'll keep praying for her and you all!
my cousin has a blog and was kind enough to show me yours, for we have something in common. 1st of all we both gave birth on January 16th to beautiful baby girls, both named Harper. Both who have been transfered to other hospitals and in the nicu. my little girl right now is in surgery to fix a coarctation in her aorta and a pulmonary band placement. we still haven't heard anything from them and we are so worried. this is the first of two surgeries. our little harper will have to undergo open heart surgery in the future, they will send her home in about a week or so (if everything goes well) in order for her to grow. the surgeon would like for her to be at least 6mths or older before doing the open heart surgery for the hole in her heart. i read most of your blog and we totally understand what you are going through. we also feel very blessed especially after seeing the more unfortunate babies in the nicu. we will be praying for your little harper as we pray for our own. both are beautiful baby girls and have been overwhelmed with all the prayers that have been sent our way through abby's blog. please check out her blog to see details about our little angel and i will keep a check on yours. my prayers are with you. Erin Miller
What a precious family picture!!
She really looks like her momma! She is such a beauty and a fighter!!
I don't go to church but through Harper I have been able to build up a relationship with the Lord. I am so greatful for this!
I will always be thankful for your family!!
Much love from over the ocean!!
Jessi
Oh she is a BEAUTY...look at that sweet girl. Wow- 10 lbs 9 oz. She is doing great and to God be the Glory!
I have been sitting here in tears reading your most recent updates! God is so faithful and I am thrilled to update my boys who have been praying for you and sweet Harper!
Hey Kelly & Scott ,
Little Miss. Harper looks so cute in her pink outfit and Pink Big Girl Hospital Bed. But , You oughta know by now that I don't come here with jus comments ... I useually have a Question to go with it. Anyway , What is the Bandaid Circles on Harper 's Sweet Little Face for ? I love you Ladies and Gentleman!
I started reading your blog when Harper was born because my friend Faith K. posted something about you. I have been praying with you for Harper. Praise wonderful Jesus that she is doing so well. She is so cute! What a little miracle! You are such a strong woman and reading your blog makes me teary everytime. I am always amazed at the faith you have. I am so thankful to serve a God who is still so alive and still working to perform miracles daily! I will continue to pray for Harper and your family! I live in Tulsa and work down the street from St Francis, if you need something random, post it!! But it looks like you have been tremendously blessed!
In Christ,
Beth
Hi Kellie ~ definitely being a mommy to that sweet little girl comes before anything else! What a beautiful family picture...still praying for you and your precious family!
Hugz,
Michele
Kelly...Just wanted you to know I'm praying for you all often and the other babies in the NICU. Enjoy your sweet bundle.
Cindy
Texas
Kelly-
I think in the 3rd picture she looks so much like YOU! :)
We are rejoicing with you. Praise the Lord- the giver of all good things!
Jen
praise god!! this is such wonderful news!! you all look so happy!!
praise God for Harper's health! It is so wonderful to see her pretty eyes, and your happy smile!
(((((hugs)))))
so happy for you guys!!!!
-Kellianne
aww she is too cute...your lil chunky monkey is gonna be a heartbreaker when she gets older.
Beautiful, wonderful, happy news! Lets hear it for crying babies!!
You guys are a gorgeous family by the way.
MO
dang Kelly! I can't believe how much she has gained all things considered. It would be normal for her to just be back up to birth weight, and in a bigger baby... it'd be normal if she weren't even back up to that yet!
Yea! What a great day! I LOVE the pink crib and can't wait to see what you dressed her in today!
What a miracle Harper is - God's hand truly reached out and touched your family. Thank-you so much for sharing your story with us!
Praying for you, Scott, and Harper - every day.
Kelly,
I just love looking at these new pics of Harper! She is precious! The family pic is just beautiful! Praise the Lord for all he has done!
Kim
What a BEAUTIFUL family you have; we are thinking about you and praying for Harper. I am loving seeing the good news on your blog- here's hoping that it continues:) What a precious and beautiful baby girl you have:)
I cry each and every time I view this blog. Happy and spiritual tears! She is sooo beautiful... she's a special girl. I know God has wonderful things in store for this child...
there I go again... crying...
Praise Jesus!!! I haven't been on here in awhile and oh happy day! She is BEA-utiful! How glorious that God has answered so many prayers. God bless your family of 3, oops I mean 4.
I will continue to keep in touch through your blog, I feel like I know you!
Came across your blog via a widget... Of course I had to click.. My name is Harper... It's a family last name and a strong name. I hope for you and yours!
And she is beyond words beautiful and has the BEST name ever!
Kelly,
I just found your blog from a friend's blog. I'm a pharmacist at WCWH, but am out on maternity leave. I wish I could have met you while you were there. I'm praying for Harper and your family. You have been such an inspiration! Harper is absolutely adorable and I hope you get to bring her home soon.
Thank you, God, for the sweet miracle that is Harper. You are all so blessed, and deservedly so. One word of advice ( all right, maybe a coupla words) from a mommy and grammy. Do, indeed,keep up with the nursing. BUT, if it is not to be---don't beat yourself up about it, and go full tilt with the options. Bottom line : It's all about a healthy, happy baby!!
I haven't stopped by in awhile so I did a lot of catching up today on your blog and I just wanted to say! Amen! and congrats on the beautiful baby girl! So cute and so sweet! I'm glad all is well!
What a beautiful little girl - her chubby little cheeks and her big eyes - you would never know there is anything wrong with her. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you that Harper goes home real soon and you can all be together at home.
God Bless
Kelly,
I am still hoping to make it to the hospital before you guys leave, but I picked up a cold last week so I know you wouldn't want me around. :( I have been praying that nursing will go well. I'm not sure if you started today or not, but hang in there whenever you do! I hope to see you soon, Dana
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