September 19, 2009

He's here!

Nolan Michael Pertzborn was born on Saturday, September 19 at 5:52am. He weighed 4 pounds 14 ounces and is 18 1/2 inches long.

Nolan came into the world with a mighty scream, which was a relief because this meant his lungs were functioning. Emily held Nolan for about five minutes before he was swished away to the NICU. Since then Nolan's lungs have shown signs of prematurity and he has needed assistance in breathing. He currently has a CPAP that provides extra pressure in his lungs to keep the aveola open. Doctor's are still very optimistic and we are as well. No idea what is next.

Emily and I are doing well. We would really appreciate a day of rest with no visitors. We appreciate everyone's prayers and support, but Emily slept none last night and I slept one hour. We will need to rest to be ready for a little hell-raiser named Tessa on Monday.

Love,
Emily, Derek, Tessa, and Nolan
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10 comments:

  1. UnknownSeptember 19, 2009 at 11:49 AM

    Congratulations on the addition of little Nolan Michael to your family! I've been following everyday through your blog. Thoughts, prayers, and good wishes for all.

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  2. R CrowSeptember 19, 2009 at 1:16 PM

    Congatulations! I am so happy for all of you! Glad to hear we are keeping up the streak of baby boys going!

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  3. AnonymousSeptember 19, 2009 at 3:36 PM

    Congratulations Pertzies! We are so happy and proud of you guys! We can't wait to meet Nolan!

    Love Jason and Angela

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  4. LisaSeptember 19, 2009 at 7:17 PM

    Way to go guys!! Our thoughts and prayers will stay with you and we can't wait to meet him!!

    The Burros Family

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  5. Brown8602September 19, 2009 at 7:53 PM

    LOVE the name & Congrats to big sister Tessa also! We are super excited for you guys & will continue to keep you in our thoughts. Hopefully those lungs dev. fast & you're out of there soon. Can't wait to see pictures of the cute little guy. xoxo S.G.M.M

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  6. *The Daily Haley*September 19, 2009 at 10:32 PM

    Congratulations a million times over on the arrival of Nolan! Haley is also currently on CPAP, so I'm pretty sure it's something all the cool kids are doing these days! ;) You'll be in our thoughts and prayers, as you have been for the last several weeks in particular.
    Love,
    -Kristy, Chadmo, & Haley

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  7. AnonymousSeptember 19, 2009 at 11:10 PM

    I am so glad that your little one made a grand entrance. You are constantly in my thoughts and prayers.

    Jane Fazio

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  8. Anne L.September 20, 2009 at 4:13 AM

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  9. Anne L.September 20, 2009 at 4:15 AM

    Congratulations! Welcome to the world, Nolan!

    -Anne, Grant, & Andy

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  10. Aaron ReichowSeptember 20, 2009 at 6:57 AM

    YAY, GREAT NEWS! Hope all is well! Congrats! :)

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