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I just wanted to update you on the latest news about Eden. The doctors have decided that Eden needs to be delivered tomorrow (Friday, July 3 in Sydney) due to complications which include asymmetry (her head and body are not growing at the same rate) and they have identified the beginning of a blood flow issue in the umbilical cord. Her chromosomal issues and high risk for Down Syndrome are also contributing factors.
Jonathon is in Malaysia but is trying to fly into Sydney by 0800 tomorrow.
I was to have been admitted at 1500 for the delivery to occur a few hours later. The hospital just rang and requested that I not eat or drink after midnight, as they are desiring to deliver Eden even earlier.
Please pray for me to be overflowing with God's peace, for the doctors and delivery team to be well skilled, for Jonathon's flight not to be delayed, for the surgery to be scheduled at a time for him to be present at his daughter's birth, and for the life and health of our baby Eden.
Thank you for praying. Our God hears every one of them.
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About Eden
Eden is a miracle. (See details below)
From conception to birth, she has shown that "With God nothing will be impossible." (Luke 1:37)
After 19 years of marriage and no kids, God surprised us with little Eden.
From conception to birth, she has shown that "With God nothing will be impossible." (Luke 1:37)
After 19 years of marriage and no kids, God surprised us with little Eden.
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Prayer Requests
Please pray for:
| * | Health for Tina |
| * | Eden's memory to be a testimony for Jesus. |
| * | Strength for Eden's mommy and daddy. |
Psalm 139:13-14
For You formed my inward parts; You covered me in my mother's womb. I will praise You, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made; marvelous are Your works, and that my soul knows very well.
Birth Countdown
July 3, 2009 at 2:20pm
Current Status
Eden Lanay Graves
Born July 3rd, 2009 at 2:20pm
Sex: Girl (of course)
Weight: 1.38kg (3.06 lbs)
Length: 42cm (16.5 in)
Born at 33 Weeks - 4 Days
Diagnosed with Trisomy 18 (Edward's Syndrome)
Went to heaven: July 10th, 2009 at 9:05pm
Born July 3rd, 2009 at 2:20pm
Sex: Girl (of course)
Weight: 1.38kg (3.06 lbs)
Length: 42cm (16.5 in)
Born at 33 Weeks - 4 Days
Diagnosed with Trisomy 18 (Edward's Syndrome)
Went to heaven: July 10th, 2009 at 9:05pm
Eden's Time on Earth
7 days, 6 hrs, 45 min
Miracles of Eden
Here are a few of Eden's Miracles:
Ultimately, the doctors were right in the diagnosis, but the percentage of those who make it as far as Eden is minute. We are so happy we continued the pregnancy! It was worth it all for the seven days we had with her.
| * | We became pregnant at all. After 19 years of marriage and seemingly unable to have kids. |
| * | 12 Weeks. Her ultrasounds and Tina's blood tests showed Eden would not make it to 19 weeks. |
| * | 19 Weeks. The doctors were shocked that she was still around and the ultrasounds looked 'normal' |
| * | 23, 25, 29 Weeks. Doctors continued to be shocked. They told us we should expect to lose her soon. |
| * | 33 Weeks. Doctors decided to deliver her early but thought she would not survive the birth. |
| * | July 3rd. Eden did survive and lived for seven days. |
| * | She stole the hearts of Mom & Dad without doing much of anything. |
| * | She stole the hearts of many of you whom she's never met! |
Ultimately, the doctors were right in the diagnosis, but the percentage of those who make it as far as Eden is minute. We are so happy we continued the pregnancy! It was worth it all for the seven days we had with her.
4 comments:
Thanks for the update.
We're praying for you guys.
May the Glory of the Lord rise above this and may His great mercy and graciousness bless those surrounding Eden tomorrow. God - to You be the glory - Amen.
You are being covered in prayer, we love you!!! Susan & Gary
I am crying as I read your post. God is being glorified through this baby and through you as a family. Praise God, He is good. I will be praying for you all- may the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, guard your hearts and your minds- in Christ Jesus!
Love to all three of you.
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