Saturday, January 3, 2009


Heidi is just having a ball with the back labor! She just had a nice bath, and we had some dinner. Lori is going to be on her way over in about an hour to help me out. Labor is tough work for dads, I can't even imagine what it is like for moms!!

25 comments:

Unknown said...

Hang in there. It's all worth it. I will pray the back labor ends, it IS very painful. I had it with Kim. Wish there were a magic potion to get you both through this easier. Just know everyone is praying for you!
Love
Mom

Unknown said...

So the water broke!!!!!! YIPPEEEEE Won't be long now!!!!!!!!
Love
Mom

Julie Snider said...

Yikes, back labor. I had that with both of my kids - but this too shall pass and so much joy will come in its place. I will continue to pray for all of you. Love ya tons
Julie

Jen said...

HEIDI I LOVE YOU!!! Hang in there - you are doing a great job! Know that I'll be thinking of you tonight :)

Jen

Unknown said...

Dennis have that camera ready. I want to see the new one asap.
I am pacing :-)

Anonymous said...

Hope all is going well. I am off to bed, but i want to hear from either you or mom no matter what time of night! Tell Heidi we are sending our love and wishing her a speedy delivery!!!!! I remember the pain well, the plus side is the second she sees the baby it will only be a small memory and a whole bundle of emotions will take over! Oh yeah, Lucas is predicting a GIRL!!!! We'll see???? Great coaching Dennis (and Lori)

Anonymous said...

so dennis that previous comment was from me, Nancy. Sorry i never did this blog thing!

Unknown said...

Dennis and Heidi,
I want a call no matter what time it is. I have both phones by my bedside.
Love
Mom

Unknown said...

Please everyone prayer for Dennis Heidi and Little Swender. Just Prayer.
Love

Anonymous said...

Edmund Phillip was born this morning and was taken to the hospital due to fluid in his lungs. He is in the NICU right now and it isn't good. Please pray for strength for Dennis and Heidi and that Edmunds respitory system will take over (he is currently on a respirator).

Anonymous said...

Just got an update and he is doing better than at 6am. He is starting to breathe on his own. There is still a long road ahead.

I am at the hospital so email if you need anything.
Chris at thehubbards dot org

Unknown said...

Dennis and Heidi we will be on our way soon. Have to drop the dog off at Nancys and heading straight there. Love Mom

Unknown said...

Dennis and Heidi our prayers are with you and Edmund.Your mom is keeping me informed on whats going on.I also emailed Mike and Amanda so you have there prayers going up as well.

Love To You Both
Jackie

Melissa said...

I had back labor with Riley so I feel your pain - hang in there. Not long now! Thanks for keeping us updated! Can't wait to hear of his arrival! It will be the best day of your life!

Brad and Melissa

Anonymous said...

My mom is on the way to the hospital now. Dennis just called her and said Edmund is still breathing a little on his onw, but he is still on getting help from the respirator. They just took the baby to get a brain scan to see if there is any damage and to check his tissue to see if there is any damage there. Please keep praying, he is not out of the woods and can use every little prayer.
Dennis' sister, Nancy

Melissa said...

Ok I just read all the comments and realized he has already been born - we are praying!

Julie Snider said...

Praying for all of you.

Amy Brandau said...

We are so happy to hear that Edmund has arrived! Ava went down the same path Edmund has gone down with a respirator and all and she has no complications. We pray for the same outcome for Edmund. You are in our thoughts and prayers during this time!

Love,
Amy and Jake Brandau

Anonymous said...

Praying for you Heidi and Dennis!!
Please keep us up dated.. and if you need anything..

Anonymous said...

Keeping Edmund and you both in our prayers, luv leanna

Lucy said...

We love you, Dennis and Heidi, and are praying for you constantly.

Lucy and David

Holly said...

Praying for you all.

Don Bartemus said...

You guys are strong in the Lord. He is good, always good and everything He gives is good. He is bigger than any circumstance and He is with you, so do not fear.
We love you,
Don and Cheryl Bartemus
College Park Church

Metanoia said...

Hey guys, we're praying for you. Dennis - I was going to give you a call this morning as I said I would, but alas you had much more important things to tend to than catching up with me! Hang in there. -Brock

Anonymous said...

Dennis-

I was looking for you online and came across here- Looks like you have a new addition to your family!! Congrats & God bless-

Mike Westfall

Email me when you get a chance -
mwestfall79@yahoo.com