Happy "Gestational" B-Day Hayden!!!

Hey all you Hayden fans, sorry it’s been so long since the last post!

Hayden is now 7 POUNDS 4 OUNCES!!! Wow, almost 4 times his birth weight. Keep going big man!!

Today, July 2nd, was his official due date (he is 103 days old, or 3 months 10 days old!) but not even 1 day old gestational. He continues to amaze all who love him and pray for him! He has truly shown all of us how to be a fighter. His parents have shown us pure love and dedication while never losing hope or becoming pessimistic, even when everything seemed so unfair and wrong. They never wallow in self-pity or blame anyone for this tough situation, even though we couldn’t blame them if they do. I think we could all learn something from this courageous family.

Even though Hayden is getting so big, the battle is not over. His protein levels in his brain (which have to be below 200 before he comes home) are at 3500. They think it is due to the blood clots in his brain (from the bleeds) dispersing.

Hayden was able to stay on the nasal canula for 28 hours, but was just too tired to do it all on his own. He is currently breathing room air through nasal prongs, and will try for the canula when he is ready. Maybe then he will begin to drink from a bottle!!

Thanks to the many visitors Hayden has received lately, Auntie Sara, Grandma B & Grandpa B (Brenda & Bryan), Aunt Cleo, Tish, and everyone else. And of course, MANY MANY MANY thanks to Lisa’s parents who visit Hayden on a daily basis, sometimes even twice every day; without everyone’s support, it would be an even more difficult journey for the Vorse family.

And remember, whenever you are feeling down and out, gain strength from this little family and recognize the courage it must take them to thrive so courageously & unselfishly…God has a plan for us all and sometimes hard times are a blessing in disguise. I truly believe that God must think extremely highly of Lisa & Dustin to bless them with such a special little man. Keep thriving Hayden, you’ll be home before you know it!!

Don’t forget, Lisa’s showers are fast approaching!! If you have not received your invitation by Friday, please send me your address and we'll get one to ya!! Let’s make sure Hayden has everything he needs when he gets home =) Thanks sooo much!!!

Love to all!!!

Aunt Krys