You definitely aren't the first strutter to have a "NICU Baby"... (its the soulstrut NICU curse and it is REAL.)
Its such a trying time that when you are finally able to bring your baby home its like the greatest thing in the world. To be able to hold your baby in your own house with all the beeps and machine noise of the NICU... no more tubes in the nose, IVs, hear rate monitors, etc... just a little baby in her own clothes in her own bed, in her own home.
I think that the NICU experience makes you realize just that much more how precious that little life can be and how lucky you are to have your child.
So congrats to you. The first couple of months can be a real bitch but it gets easier!
MODERHATER SPAWN (Little Gary and Little Anna/Cas)
You definitely aren't the first strutter to have a "NICU Baby"... (its the soulstrut NICU curse and it is REAL.)
Its such a trying time that when you are finally able to bring your baby home its like the greatest thing in the world. To be able to hold your baby in your own house with all the beeps and machine noise of the NICU... no more tubes in the nose, IVs, hear rate monitors, etc... just a little baby in her own clothes in her own bed, in her own home.
I think that the NICU experience makes you realize just that much more how precious that little life can be and how lucky you are to have your child.
So congrats to you. The first couple of months can be a real bitch but it gets easier!
MODERHATER SPAWN (Little Gary and Little Anna/Cas)
what Gary said...I'm part of the NICU club as well, my little dude is happy and healthy and about to turn 9 months old.
Hey, some GOOD news at last. Best wishes from across the pond and enjoy the ride.
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You definitely aren't the first strutter to have a "NICU Baby"... (its the soulstrut NICU curse and it is REAL.)
MODERHATER SPAWN (Little Gary and Little Anna/Cas)
NICU curse or not, Strutters definitely produce offspring more attractive than their parents. Very cute kids. Thanks again, everyone. I'm just now rebuilding my reserves of strength and courage, every little bit helps. Remember, expose your children to vinyl early and often:
I won't out him until he does it himself but another Strutter of note became a father to a baby girl over the weekend.
Congrats ******!
Thanks Oliver!
Nora Nancy Schrock arrived on 4/18 at 4:06 PM, and is the most gorgeous thing I've ever seen. I'm not ashamed to say I cried for about an hour in sheer amazement. I have a new obsession in life now, other than records!
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I won't out him until he does it himself but another Strutter of note became a father to a baby girl over the weekend.
Congrats ******!
Thanks Oliver!
Nora Nancy Schrock arrived on 4/18 at 4:06 PM, and is the most gorgeous thing I've ever seen. I'm not ashamed to say I cried for about an hour in sheer amazement. I have a new obsession in life now, other than records!
wow congrats again! she's a cutie. i'm starting to want one of these things!
For us, we wanted to get in on the "academic mating season" - my wife is a professor, and if the baby arrives in April-May, you get the summer as an extended maternity leave
Thanks for all the congrats, and sorry dollarbin for the hijack! Your daughter is gorgeous.
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What was in the air around 9 or 11 months ago?
For us, we wanted to get in on the "academic mating season" - my wife is a professor, and if the baby arrives in April-May, you get the summer as an extended maternity leave
Thanks for all the congrats, and sorry dollarbin for the hijack! Your daughter is gorgeous.
No need to apologize. The only thing better than a one baby thread is a two baby thread (with gatefold cover).
For us, we wanted to get in on the "academic mating season" - my wife is a professor, and if the baby arrives in April-May, you get the summer as an extended maternity leave
Thanks for all the congrats, and sorry dollarbin for the hijack! Your daughter is gorgeous.
No need to apologize. The only thing better than a one baby thread is a two baby thread (with gatefold cover).
2 beautiful babies... congrats to your families. It's a wonderful experience unlike any other.
Seeing this thread made me reminisce about my (only) 20 month old. I wrote this at her 1st bday:
A year ago today our lives started on a new trajectory. I know that it hasn't all been easy, but it certainly feels that way right now. I guess hindsight isn't always 20/20. I do know that I love this little girl with all my heart. Her innocence and happiness is infectious. I work and have worked with A LOT of kids. I honestly can't think of a little one who is so consistently upbeat, social, and engaging. Regardless of my parental bias, Cadence has given me a renewed appreciation for humanity and a perspective (that I once had) on how to again view the world. If we all still had the optimism, wonder and openness from our youth, the world would most definitely be a better place. Happy Birthday little girl. I love you. ~Dad
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Its such a trying time that when you are finally able to bring your baby home its like the greatest thing in the world. To be able to hold your baby in your own house with all the beeps and machine noise of the NICU... no more tubes in the nose, IVs, hear rate monitors, etc... just a little baby in her own clothes in her own bed, in her own home.
I think that the NICU experience makes you realize just that much more how precious that little life can be and how lucky you are to have your child.
So congrats to you. The first couple of months can be a real bitch but it gets easier!
MODERHATER SPAWN (Little Gary and Little Anna/Cas)
She's tuff enough.
what Gary said...I'm part of the NICU club as well, my little dude is happy and healthy and about to turn 9 months old.
Congratulations, you're in for a ride.
NICU curse or not, Strutters definitely produce offspring more attractive than their parents. Very cute kids. Thanks again, everyone. I'm just now rebuilding my reserves of strength and courage, every little bit helps. Remember, expose your children to vinyl early and often:
Congratulations to you and your wife - Miss D is beautiful and not to be held back!
All the best.
Congrats ******!
Thanks Oliver!
Nora Nancy Schrock arrived on 4/18 at 4:06 PM, and is the most gorgeous thing I've ever seen. I'm not ashamed to say I cried for about an hour in sheer amazement. I have a new obsession in life now, other than records!
wow congrats again! she's a cutie. i'm starting to want one of these things!
peace, stein. . .
Congrats to you, too, Papa Schrock. Looks like 2009 is the year of the Baby Girl (good news for the decidedly dashing Reuben).
For us, we wanted to get in on the "academic mating season" - my wife is a professor, and if the baby arrives in April-May, you get the summer as an extended maternity leave
Thanks for all the congrats, and sorry dollarbin for the hijack! Your daughter is gorgeous.
No need to apologize. The only thing better than a one baby thread is a two baby thread (with gatefold cover).
Seeing this thread made me reminisce about my (only) 20 month old. I wrote this at her 1st bday:
A year ago today our lives started on a new trajectory. I know that it hasn't all been easy, but it certainly feels that way right now. I guess hindsight isn't always 20/20. I do know that I love this little girl with all my heart. Her innocence and happiness is infectious. I work and have worked with A LOT of kids. I honestly can't think of a little one who is so consistently upbeat, social, and engaging. Regardless of my parental bias, Cadence has given me a renewed appreciation for humanity and a perspective (that I once had) on how to again view the world. If we all still had the optimism, wonder and openness from our youth, the world would most definitely be a better place. Happy Birthday little girl. I love you. ~Dad