Nolan James Anderson

Well, that squirmy little worm just didn't want to be inside any longer. I was having trouble sleeping Sunday night, so I went out to lay on the couch and watch TV at about 11:45 pm. I was sitting there and suddenly heard a POP come from my belly while the baby was moving, which scared me half to death and I went running in to wake Danny up. I told him what I heard, and I was afraid that the baby had hurt himself or something, but two minutes later we knew that my water had broke. We started packing in a frantic rush and called Danny's brother, Lee to come stay with Myles while he slept (thanks uncle Lee!) My contractions started about 10 minutes later and were instantly 5 minutes apart. Danny sped to the hospital (Danny would like me to document that a Toyota Sienna tops out at 110 ;) and we arrived there at about 10 min to 1am. My contractions were 2 minutes apart. They got all of my info and admitted me, took me upstairs and took their sweet time getting me changed and getting my IV started, which was necessary before I had my much desired epidural. well, I went from 4cm to 8cm in about 10 min, and about 2 minutes later he started coming on his own. SO.. no epidural. But God got me through it, and Nolan James Anderson was born at 2:59am. He was 7lbs 11oz and 20 inches long.


Nolan was born at 36 weeks, which is considered premature. He was having trouble breathing, had fluid in his lungs, and had very low blood sugar, so they brought him to the Intensive Care Nursery, where he has been since he was born. After a couple of days of assesment, they have determined that he is suffering from Respiratory Distress Syndrome, which is a result of being a little premature. So he is on a machine called a CPAP which is a kind of respirator, and he has a few different things running through umblilical lines, including his IV and nutrition/vitamins.

I was discharged to go home today as I actually recovered very quickly despite how crazy my delivery was. Nolan is still in the ICN, we will be going to see him in the morning. As soon as he is able to start nursing I will likely be staying overnight at the hospital until he is ready to go home. The staff at the hospital have all been wonderful. It helps us to know that he is getting the best care possible. Most importantly, knowing that he is in God's hands is what gets us through. We are so grateful for our new baby boy, and we can't wait to bring him home. Myles wants to meet his brother! Although he is enjoying getting to spend so much time with Grandma and Grandpa while we are at the hospital :)

Sorry this is so lengthy, but I just wanted to let everyone know what is going on. If you feel so inclined, we would appreciate your prayers for Nolan as we are anxious for him to recover and to be home with his family.