Chad Henry was born just after midnight on Monday morning - not bad since Mom and Dad didn't arrive at the hospital until 11:30pm. To say the least it's been a very exciting last few days. He is the new heavyweight record-holder on BOTH sides of his extended family at 9lbs 4oz and 21 1/2 inches long! Interestingly enough though, he's really not as chubby as his weight might suggest. He has the skinniest legs and arms. He just seems to have the appearance of a two or three-week-old. For all we know he was overdue!
Mom and baby just came home earlier today and both are doing great - now. Chad was born with a pneumothorax, which is a hole in the lung and causes air to leak into the chest cavity. He had to have his little chest punctured with a needle to remove the air, after which he healed on his own. Apparently the condition isn't entirely uncommon in newborns. He had to stay in the hospital a couple of extra days for observation. We're glad to have him and Mommy home now. Daddy is especially glad to have Mommy home - this single parent thing is tough!
-Christian
Seconds after birth...
Cleaned up...
Derek and Audrey enjoyed their visits to see Elizabeth at the hospital...
Especially so they could watch the TV on the wall from the comforts of her nice recliner bed...
And play with the curtain in her room...
First day home with his proud Papa...
He is the sweetest kid...
14 comments:
He's beautiful! Congratulations!
Congrats! I love it when sibblings look so much alike! Elizabeth, you're my hero. Just barely made it in time for an epidural!!!
Hey guys!! great photos and loved the updates. so proud of you...three kids down and 4 to go!!!
love you guys!
CONGRATS!! He's so sweet! We're so happy for you all!
What a handsome little guy! Congratulations! My little brother was born with a pneumothorax as well, and has been totally healthy all his life.
What a handsome little guy! He looks a lot like Derek :) Glad everyone is home and doing well. I look forward to holding (if you'll let me) that new little guy.
PS We are all planning on you guys figuring out how to parent 3 so you can tell us all the secrets later! (you're the first in our group to have 3!)
Congratulations!! So excited for you all!!
Congratulations! That picture of Elizabeth and Audrey and Derek on the hospital bed is adorable! I can't believe Chad is so big!
Holy moly Elizabeth....I don't know how you do it!! Congratulations an another adorable little boy
Such a cute little picture!!! I think its so funny to see Audrey and Derek enjoying the hospital!
Love ya,
Natalie
Wow! He's just as beautiful as your other two children! He's a keeper, for sure! You guys look too happy! Keep up the good work!
Wow- those cute kids all come from the same recipe! So sweet- can't wait to meet him. Hope you are all happy and healthy!
Congrats Screech! Peni said he saw you when he was up at conference. I am glad he ran into you and that your family is doing well.
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