Phil's new Grandson-

[Phil]

Some may look at this picture and shake their heads in pity. Don’t. Some shake our heads at what God has done. Do! I am floored. We were prepared for the worst and hoped for the best all the while knowing God has a plan that we may never clearly see this side of heaven. There is NO WAY to look at this and claim that this all ‘just happened’. God is the creator.

The facts are that Britton Lee Carter was born about 11:45am April 26 at 24 weeks, 6 days. He is 1lb, 2oz. As a good friend said… less than a bottle of water. His entire hand is about the size of the last bit of my little finder (I had permission to put my hand in J). They judge newborns on the APGAR scale :
For Britton, he scored 4,7,7 meaning at birth 4, several minutes later, 7 then at 10 minutes old, 7. Highest is a 10 which even the best of babies usually only get a 9. He was breathing well on 21% oxygen which is pretty much room air with a Q2 level of (as I remember in the NICU) 94% and a 155 pulse. A….mazing.

Now… the next 48 hours will be critical and by no means is he good to go. They have all of the tubes in him to feed him, prepare for any needs he may have, and help him as he acclimates to this world. I have NO idea what God’s plan is for little Britton. NONE of us is even guaranteed our next breath for that matter. But I do know that today I saw a miracle. Look at that picture and see a miracle of God today. Welcome little Britton. Welcome.


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[Littlebadwolf]

I'll include baby Britton in my daily prayers... Hang in there...Everything happens for a reason...Larry

 

[DynamoBT]

Happy Birthday, Britton!! I used to work in a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (not as a nurse). The small ones can do amazingly well. I will be praying that Britton does well too.

 

[johnnyrocket]

phiks new grandson

Some may look at this picture and shake their heads in pity. Don’t. Some shake our heads at what God has done. Do! I am floored. We were prepared for the worst and hoped for the best all the while knowing God has a plan that we may never clearly see this side of heaven. There is NO WAY to look at this and claim that this all ‘just happened’. God is the creator.

The facts are that Britton Lee Carter was born about 11:45am April 26 at 24 weeks, 6 days. He is 1lb, 2oz. As a good friend said… less than a bottle of water. His entire hand is about the size of the last bit of my little finder (I had permission to put my hand in J). They judge newborns on the APGAR scale :
For Britton, he scored 4,7,7 meaning at birth 4, several minutes later, 7 then at 10 minutes old, 7. Highest is a 10 which even the best of babies usually only get a 9. He was breathing well on 21% oxygen which is pretty much room air with a Q2 level of (as I remember in the NICU) 94% and a 155 pulse. A….mazing.

Now… the next 48 hours will be critical and by no means is he good to go. They have all of the tubes in him to feed him, prepare for any needs he may have, and help him as he acclimates to this world. I have NO idea what God’s plan is for little Britton. NONE of us is even guaranteed our next breath for that matter. But I do know that today I saw a miracle. Look at that picture and see a miracle of God today. Welcome little Britton. Welcome.


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We will be praying for Britton, just remember God is in control:bowdown:

 

[ataDude]

Welcome to the world, Little Britton!

Prayers are coming from Texas for you, your Mom and Dad, your Grandparents and for all of the doctors and nurses caring for you!

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[SpyderWolf]

Welcome into the world a little earlier than expected Britton. Our prayers are with you, your family, and the entire medical staff that will be taking care of you for a while. Lord willing you will continue to get stronger each day and amaze all of them.

:congrats: to you and your daughter Phil. ray:

 

[SpyderRyderTV]

Phil, the Savior and His Father are watching over baby Britton for They have a special purpose for him in this world--have Faith.

 

[spydrluvr]

Happy Birthday, Britton! Good things come in small packages.....praying that God continue to keep you in the palm of His mighty hand...

 

[bruiser]

Our Amanda just turned 27 last Saturday. She too had a very hard time at birth. At first we asked why, then we asked why not. We wouldn't trade her for the world. God is good... Prayers for all.

 

[Phil]

Thanks to all for your prayers. If you're at Spyderfest, please allow me the honor of personally saying thanks.

I received better clarification on the first 48 hours- Seems like that is a honeymoon period when all generally goes well. After that, his body will figure out that there are foreign tubes and things in him and will then react, or not. So.... I'll have occasional updates but for now, all is well.

God is in control....

 

[SpyderWolf]

Thanks to all for your prayers. If you're at Spyderfest, please allow me the honor of personally saying thanks.

I received better clarification on the first 48 hours- Seems like that is a honeymoon period when all generally goes well. After that, his body will figure out that there are foreign tubes and things in him and will then react, or not. So.... I'll have occasional updates but for now, all is well.

God is in control....

ray: God is definitely in control. I will continue to keep all of you in my prayers and please update us when you are able.

 

[COOLMACHINE]

Prayers

My prayers are with you and your family!

 

[SPYDER4FUN]

A very special miracle for sure ... add my prayers for wee Britton and your family. I believe there is nothing quite like the power of prayer !

 

[IWN2RYD]

Congratulations, and your family is in our prayers... :spyder2:

 

[fleegeds]

God is good, Congratulations. we are praying for you all.

 

[Spyder Cat]

:congrats: We're adding our prayers and best wishes to all the others.ray:
As you said, one breath at a time, that's all any of us really have.
And by the way, I know some big people who started out in tiny packages like little Britton has.
Please keep us posted on his progress.

 

[Phil]

Thuesday 28th Update

Britton had a rocky night. Had to go to 100% O2 for a while, but word from this afternoon is that he is again back to pretty much as he was when he was born- amazing! The coming days will still be rocky and many of you know. There are so many things that will be developing like his immune system. When it does, it may not like the tubes, etc. and it may get unhappy. They are keeping him very quiet to let him grow.

Generally take it that no news is good news. Thanks so much for all your prayers. Thanks to the folks at Spyderfest that made themselves known so I could thank them in person for praying.

 

[SpyderWolf]

Thanks for the update Phil. I also agree with the no news is good news philosophy in this situation.

 

[dltang]

Phil, It was great meeting you today. As you can see, I came here and read your thread and to see the photo of Britton. What a precious child of God. Prayers for him and your family as you all go through these delicate times together. Jesus is our healer and our comforter. You are all in his hands, but those are the best hands of all to be in.

 

[rcantrell52]

Phil's new grandson!!!!!!

Phil!

You and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers! (Ann says: What a precious bundle of life - on my knees before God asking for all the good things this little one can have!) We will be thinking of you and hoping for the best for Britton!

Warmest regards,
Reese & Ann