Update on the babies...
Rachel, Haley and Ashlyn are doing well and hanging strong. Braden is OK, but has had some struggles. He seems to keep fighting though. Kaitlyn is the one we are worried about the most. She has had her fair share of struggles, but is still fighting. We are not sure what the next day or hour will bring. We miss our little Dallin so much, but we know he is in good hands with the Lord. We hope and pray for all of them all the time.
I am so glad to hear the babies are fighting and doing as well as can be expected. I will say an extra prayer for Kaitlyn and I know all of them are in good hands. I'm also glad to hear you are up and moving even if it is a little slower than you were before. As always we will keep your family in our prayers and I am looking forward to all your updates.
ReplyDeleteAmanda,
ReplyDeleteI am so glad to hear that you are feeling better today.
I will continue to pray for Kaitlyn, Rachel, Haley, Ashlyn, Braden, Thomas, and you. I hope all of you can feel the love so many of us are sending your way.
A Nala from Ohio praying for you and your little ones.
ReplyDeleteI'm so sorry of the loss of Dallin
I just found your story today and have read the whole thing. I will keep your family in my thoughts and prayers. When my daughter was born with a heart defect, the dr told me to stay strong for her-that she would know. Thats the best thing I can say-stay strong and have faith. May God bless you all!
ReplyDeleteI am glad that you are feeling better. I will continue to pray for you and your little ones.
ReplyDeleteI'm glad to hear that you are doing well. Mom sometimes gets lost in the shuffle of preemie life! You guys are amazing, as are all six of your little ones. We'll be praying big time for Kaitlyn, Haley, Rachel, Ashlyn, and Brayden.
ReplyDeleteWords can't express how it is to lose a baby. We lost 2. Something you carry with you for the rest of your life. But the good news is, you keep learning from it for the rest of your life. And while it never stops hurting you will get to a point wehre the pain is bearable and you will be awed by the power of Heavenly Father, over and over!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much for keeping us updated through these tough and trying tmes. We are all praying for you and those sweet babies.
ReplyDeleteYou will continue to feel better every day as long as you remember to take care of yourself while you are watching over your little ones. I'm sorry that Dallin's stay was so short, and pray that the others will continue to fight and thrive.
ReplyDeleteWe are keeping you guys and your sweet babies in our prayers.
ReplyDeleteEva's gram here again - had to check to see how your little ones are doing... you are one strong Mama to be up and walking and with your staples out already ! i'd be sitting on the edge of the bed saying "oh my goodness i don't want to!" You go Girl! i don't even know you, but i know i love you.
ReplyDeleteI will pray for you too! You guys are so strong and I am sorry to hear about little Dallin. That must be so hard. What a blessing to know that he is with our Father in Heaven!
ReplyDeleteAmanda and Thomas, your little ones are such fighters. Thanks for sharing your story with us, prayers and hugs to your family. Sherri
ReplyDeleteFind you a preemie support group and make the time for it. Being a preemie mom myself, I understand the struggles. It motivated me to start a preemie support group at the childrens hospital I worked at. I can tell you that sharing those moments with someone who is experiencing something similar, although nobody is in your situation, can help you process the emotions you are having. I also believe it plays a significant role in the healing process. I wish you two the best of luck and courage to get through this difficult time. Once all is said and done and you finally get to sigh, it's all worth it.
ReplyDeleteAmanda and Thomas,
ReplyDeleteI am so sorry that little Kaitlyn has returned to the loving arms of our father in heaven who loves her so much. Having lost 3 children my heart aches for you and I know that so many questions will enter your mind. Even though it does not always help one thing that helped us through was knowing that these are very special spirits and all they needed was a mortal breath and then they can go home with the promise of the celestial Kingdom. It does not make the ache any less but for my husband and I it gives us something to strive for to be with them again someday.
We will continue to pray for you and your beautiful babies.
Wendi :)
I, too, am very sorry to hear about Kaitlyn. I'm sure her and Dallin had a wonderful reunion. I'm praying for the other 4 babies who I know are fighting hard to be here. I love you!
ReplyDeleteI am so sorry to hear about the loss of Dallin and Kaitlyn. I know that God is protectiing them now and has you all in His hands. Our family prays for you all each night. Can't wait to meet them! Michelle L
ReplyDeleteAmanda-I'm glad to hear you are starting to feel a little better. As if having your teeny ones be sick isn't stressful enough, feeling sick yourself doesn't make it easier. I hope they keep up the fight.
ReplyDeleteI am so sad to read that you have lost another child. Please accept my condolences on your daughter Kaitlyn. These are painful times and as Amber said, very stressful.
ReplyDeleteDon't let the pain interrupt your joy for the others.
Virginia
I just read your twitter post, I'm so sorry about Kaitlyn. This brings tears to my eyes. I sincerely hope the other 4 will pull through. We are all cheering for you and the babies. Good luck, we love you guys and you are STILL in our prayers each and EVERY day.
ReplyDeleteI am so sorry to hear about the loss of Kaitlyn Amanda. Please know that many people are praying and thinking of you all.
ReplyDeleteI'm so sorry to hear about the loss of 2 of your precious babies, but what a joy and comfort it is to know that Dallin and Kaitlyn are yours forever and you will see and raise them again some day. You are all in my prayers and my the Lord sustain and comfort you during this difficult time.
ReplyDeleteThank you for keeping us updated. I keep checking all the time. It is very kind of you to think about your "followers" and find time (during this stressful period) to keep us informed. I can tell you are a strong person. You are up, walking and removed the staples in such a short period of time! I'm proud of you!
ReplyDeleteMy heart is broken, but I know Kaitlyn is safe on His arms and reunited with Dallin. However, it is always diffucult to accept the loss of a child. I know that nothing that I say will make you feel better, but you and Thomas should be very proud of bringing these children to our world and giving them a body. They are special souls and needed you to do that for them. I have faith that God has a special plan for all of us and that's why Kaitlyn and Dallin are now back Home. May God bless you and Thomas during this difficult time. All my love and prayers are with you, Thomas, Braden, Rachel, Haley, and Ashlyn.
I am sorry to hear about the lost of Kaitlyn as well. My prayers are with you and your family.
ReplyDeleteI too have been through the "NICU roller coaster" as they like to call it, with four kids. The thing that I discovered on my own journey was that I was so happy to have the chance to meet all of them, no matter how long I got to keep them for. Make your memories now. Write down things that you learn about them or things you just don't want to ever forget. Take pictures, no matter what. Leave a radio at their bedside with your favorite CD for when you have to leave. Get them each one small stuffed animal and wash it in your mild detergent, keep it next to them in their bed so they can smell "you". Give them all a nickname. Be sure to record it all somehow in writing or blogging, whatever. No matter what happens this will be a time you won't want to forget.
ReplyDeleteI have been following your story and anxiously awaiting updates. While I do not know your family personally, I wanted to thank you for sharing your story so publicly with all of us here. You two are an amazing couple and are truly relying on our Lord for the best for you and your family. From our family to yours, we will continue to pray for each and every one of your miracle angels and for you as a couple as well. Keep the faith ~ prayer is a powerful thing!
ReplyDeleteJust wanted to send a note to tell you that your family has been in our prayers. We will continue to pray for you each day.
ReplyDeleteSincerely,
Bonnie Clowney
i just checked your twitter and i am so sad that Kaitlyn had to leave the party early. once more - MISSION ACCOMPLISHED! my tears are sad, but joyful at the same time... love to you Amanda and Thomas and your sweet family
ReplyDeleteLovingly,
Erma Carlisle
Midvale, Utah
aka Eva's gram
Oh my! I am so sorry for your two beautiful losses! My husband and his family knows your husband from Houston. I guess they grew up in the same stake! My husband's name is Trever King and his mom is Melonie. We gave birth to quadruplets on Dec 30th at 25 weeks. We went through quite a journey and it was very difficult at times but Heavenly Father helped us every step of the way! If you ever feel up to it, you can visit our blog and read about my babies' journey. treverjennaeva.blogspot.com Though we have not met, we love your family and will pray for you constantly!
ReplyDeleteJust found your story and will be following it. So glad the babies are
ReplyDeletedoing good...so sorry about your loss.
Praying for you all in Australia
ReplyDeleteYour sweet family is in so many prayers. God bless you.
ReplyDeleteSo sorry for the loss of those precious little ones...I know a lot of prayers are being sent up for both of you and your four little fighters. Stay strong for them.
ReplyDeleteOOOHHH You Poor thing! You have got to be so scared? SO sorry hon! Your in my prayers and thought...xoxoxo
ReplyDeletePrayers and love coming from the Murray Quadruplets.
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