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Monday, September 1, 2008

Ella's Early Arrival




Ella Hope Carder was born last night around 7:30 p.m. She weighed in at 4 lbs. 3 oz and is absolutely beautiful. She has gotten good reports from her doctors so far and Amy is doing well.

Now for the details. It was pretty scary yesterday when Amy called and said that they were going to the hospital to get checked because she was having terrible headaches. She started having them early Saturday morning and when it continued to get worse the Dr. told her to go ahead and come in. Once they got to the hospital they monitored her blood pressure and it was extremely high. They decided under the circumstances to go ahead and do the c-section. It all happened so fast and now Ella is here and healthy. Her daddy even got to hold her last night! So we are all thankful that both mom and baby are doing well.

Please continue to pray for Amy as she recovers from a rough day yesterday and as the doctors continue to monitor Ella and determine when her surgery will be. It could be as early as today. We will keep you posted.

31 comments:

Ashley said...

Please keep us updated! Praying for all the Carders

Kedra said...

We love you & we are praying for you!
Hang in there~

angela said...

First off, congratulations on the birth of baby Ella! We are praying for you guys! Keep us posted on the progress:)

Holly said...

You are in our thoughts and prayers! Keep us updated.

Anonymous said...

We love you and can't wait to meet sweet Ella!

Jess

LST team to Morelia, MX 2010 said...

So happy to hear about Ella coming and praising God for that deliverance! Now praying for quick recovery for Amy and a surgery that will quick and effective!!

Marilyn and Ron

Anonymous said...

We prayed through the night as did others. We love you all and are so proud of your faith, courage, and love. Can't wait to meet Ella.

Blessings,

Jeanene Reese

Kylie said...

We are praying for you Rick and Amy. So glad baby Ella is here. Congratulations.
Daren and Kylie Miller

Summer said...

we are praying and are so thankful that amy and ella are both healthy and stable. God is good...all the time and we know that He will work this out according to His perfect plan.

Jodi said...

Congrats! Thank you Lord for her healthy arrival! We're praying for you guys constantly and looking forward to wonderful news on her surgery and progress! :) Love y'all!

Jennifer K said...

We will continue to pray for sweet baby Ella and your family!

Brooks Inc. said...

We have been praying around the clock for you guys! Loving you so!

The Brooks

Leilanni said...

Congratulations on baby Ella! I had no idea any of this was going on until I read Amanda A's blog. You all are definitely in our prayers. You can do this because God will enable you with whatever you need at just the right time. Love y'all!

Unknown said...

Love you and continue to pray for each of you...I am extending the dates on the prayer chain to give more people the opportunity to sign up as Ella's journey continues!
Hugs!

Laurie said...

Ella is beautiful! Lots of prayers are being sent up for your guys. We will talk to you soon. Russell, Laurie, & Annaleigh

Julie said...

rejoicing
with
you
and
continuing
in
prayer...

The Speck family said...

Ella is so incredibly beautiful~ we are thrilled that she is here and praying for you guys continuously. Amy, you are in my thoughts nonstop and I am praying for your physical recovery and roller-coaster of emotions. Ella is in the BEST of hands and angels surround her bed always....we love you all so much. Kelly & Travis

jody said...

We are praying for all of you, and we are so happy that Ella is here. You are so loved! Jim & Jody Reese

angela said...

What a beautiful little girl! Thanks for the pictures!

Alyssa said...

Praying for you all... we love your sweet family!

Anonymous said...

She is so beautiful! I am praying for you both and for her!

Kaley Ihfe

Anonymous said...

Praying for you and love you all very much! Thanks for the pictures!

Monica said...

What a beautiful little girl!! Glad to hear Daddy got a little snuggle time with her!! What a sweet blessing. Praying for complete healing. We love you guys.

Shanta said...

Yay Ella! The Murrays send hugs and smooches to all of you. We hope to stop by when you're up for visitors.

Kate said...

Praying for Ella's surgeries to go well and so thankful for her and Amy's health. We ask God's blessing and support for your family!

Chesley said...

She is beautiful! I can't wait to squeeze on her!!! I also love that the girl already has a bow in her hair. We love you and are praying for you tons!!!

Anonymous said...

Was praying for you all last night whild we were riding the back roads of Arkansas. God's timing is so sweet.
Much love and insight to the Father's love for you both.

Amanda said...

You're in our constant thoughts and prayers. She is beautiful! Love you all!

Kristen said...

She is absolutely beautiful! We are praying for you!

Kara said...

Congratulations on a beautiful baby girl! We will be in constant prayer for successful surgeries and good reports.

Shelly said...

Ella is so beautiful!! Praising God for the safe (although not ideal for you) delivery and praying for supernatural strength for the 2 of you!!! Looking forward to a good report on the surgery. We love you!!! --Tra and Shelly