hollyanne Posted December 29, 2005 Share Posted December 29, 2005 All - I gave a birth to a beautiful baby girl - Caroline Anne on December 20th at 7:54. She was 8 lb 2 oz of love. As many of you know my mom worsened substantially right before she was born -- and we induced the baby to "get her out." We have stopped all treatment for my mom and called hospice. I am so shocked at how fast this has all gone. I am devastasted. On top of this all (this may seem small) - but my Chesapeake Bay Retriever named Maggie was just diagnosed with kidney disease -- she is my constant canine companion -- we don't know how long she will be around and she is only 3 years old. I don't know how much more I can take... it is all so bittersweet. I know I have a lot to be thankful for....but some days keeping that attitude is next to impossible. Our hospice team is amazing - and I have great confidence in them....please lend me your prayers. A newborn, no sleep, my mom in decline and my brown canine friend sick is a lot for me right now. All my love to you, Holly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bunny Posted December 29, 2005 Share Posted December 29, 2005 Holly, I am thrilled to hear of the arrival of that perfect baby girl, but so sad for everything else you're going through and the timing of it all. you will get through this, hang on to Caroline - she's hope incarnate. we'd love a picture. I pray for peace for you and your mom, and for strength in this sad time. xoxo amie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ry Posted December 29, 2005 Share Posted December 29, 2005 We've all been so worried and wondering about you and your mom. Congratulations on the baby. I am very sorry your mom is declining. I am glad you have a good hospice team and I hope your mom is comfortable and has some good days ahead. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carolhg Posted December 29, 2005 Share Posted December 29, 2005 Prayers for you during this beautiful, difficult and bittersweet time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J.C. Posted December 29, 2005 Share Posted December 29, 2005 Hello Holly, Congratulations for Carolin Anne, Sorry for your mother that all treatments she had didn't buy her years of health. The good team of hospice will help her, they are good to manage pain and care for their patients. We had hospice for my husband and the nurses were like friends to both of us. Maggie, depending on the kidney sickness, she may have years or many months left, some kidney sickness can be controlled others can be medicated or treated. So a smile for you and Caroline and prayers for your Mom and Maggie. Love Jackie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sharyn Posted December 29, 2005 Share Posted December 29, 2005 Caroline Anne, what a beautiful name. I am so sorry Mom is declining, but so happy she got to see her lovely granddaughter. Many Prayers... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ma's kid Posted December 29, 2005 Share Posted December 29, 2005 (((((Holly))))) Congrats on your precious baby girl. Many, many prayers for your mom and your fur baby. Hugs, Libby Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hopeandstrength Posted December 30, 2005 Share Posted December 30, 2005 I'm so happy your baby is here and that she is able to bring joy to your family at this most difficult time. I'm sure your mother is very thankful that she can hold this precious little angel. Caroline is beautiful! Hugs to you all, Cathy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hollyanne Posted December 30, 2005 Author Share Posted December 30, 2005 Hi Katie B was kind enough to post some photos for me...under general http://lchelp.org/community/viewtopic.p ... 101#199101 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shineladysue Posted December 30, 2005 Share Posted December 30, 2005 Holly, Congratulations on the birth of your baby. A new baby is such a wonderful gift , but it can be emotional time, in itself, and so full of newness and uncertainties. You have your hands full Holly. I am so sorry to hear about your mom , but I do hope that Hospice can be helpful and comforting to you and your family. As for your dog, I hope something can be done to treat her . My advice to you is to accept all the help that is offered to you. You have just to much to handle alone. Know that I am sending prayers your way. Love, Sue Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Wood Posted December 30, 2005 Share Posted December 30, 2005 Holly, you have a beautiful daughter. Glad that went well. And your mom got to see it happen. I'm sorry it has come down to Hospice but they will take good care of her. Don Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don M Posted December 30, 2005 Share Posted December 30, 2005 Holly: congratulations on the birth of your daughter. I am glad that hospice is doing a good job taking care of your mom. You all have my prayers. Don M Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
icbn Posted December 30, 2005 Share Posted December 30, 2005 Hollyanne, you have a daughter. Daughters are a gift. You are blessed beyond measure. Just ask your mother. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leslie221 Posted December 30, 2005 Share Posted December 30, 2005 Hollyanne! CONGRATULATIONS on the baby!!!!! Have been waiting on pins and needles for news. Well done! So sorry this tremendous adrenaline-rush, joy is mixed with the completely opposite experience with your mom. Must be very confusing and very exhausting. And then your dear doggie friend! I know all about that worry. Hopefully, things will improve and not be as dire as you might worry. Can YOUR doctor give you someting to help with all this emotion? I mean, post-baby hormones are hard enough on anyone under any circumstances. Keep us posted. Thinking of you every day and sending all caring thoughts to your mom. Leslie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MilliBr1 Posted December 30, 2005 Share Posted December 30, 2005 Congratulations on the birth of your baby girl! Sorry to hear about your mom I will be keeping all of you in my prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kaffie Posted December 30, 2005 Share Posted December 30, 2005 Beautiful baby! I'm so glad your mother got to see her. I agree with Leslie, maybe a trip to your doctor for something to help you get through this is in order. You are going to be dealing with one of the happiest times of your life as well as one of the hardest times of your life. Too much for anyone. Kathy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NancyT Posted December 30, 2005 Share Posted December 30, 2005 Dear Holly, So much going on, the baby is so beautiful........ I am sending prayers for your Mom, I so understand the pain in watching the decline. My Dad is doing poorly and I will soon be calling hospice. I am so sorry to hear about your dog too.......I have 2 german shepards and they are like 2 extra kids to me. I hope your dog will recover. Thinking of you and sending prayers NancyT Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nushka Posted December 30, 2005 Share Posted December 30, 2005 Holly, Congratulations on the baby girl. Caroline is a beautiful name. I remember the long nights with no sleep. That part will get better and the first smile will make your heart so proud and happy. It is very hard to see someone you love not doing well. For me, the hardest of all was my mother. I understand your grief there. The little fur friend is another hard thing to deal with. Your emotions have to be all over the place right now. Prayers from me will be frequent in the next weeks and months. I hope hospice helps your mother and can help you accept the situation to some degree. You certainly have your plate full at this time. Give Caroline a big hug from all of us and tell her she is an angel. Nina Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maryanne Posted December 30, 2005 Share Posted December 30, 2005 Congratulations on your beautiful Caroline. You can tell by your posts how tired you are. Things are so hectic there is no time Holly. I hope you have help with the baby and you get a break and get some sleep. You will feel so much better with some rest. Hospice is wonderful, and they know exactly what to do to make a patient comfortable. Prayers sent to your mom. Also sending some to you as you seem like you certainly could use some. Enjoy Caroline, she will be your salvation through all of this. Maryanne Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mamasbabygirl Posted December 30, 2005 Share Posted December 30, 2005 Holly, I am so glad that Caroline is here!! Can't wait to go check out her picture.. I am so very sorry that this is the news for your mom. My prayer for her is that she can hold her beautiful grandchild and enjoy every minute of it. Life is funny sometimes.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jdjenkins Posted December 30, 2005 Share Posted December 30, 2005 I'm so happy everything went well with the birth of Caroline. She is sooooo CUTE! I love the pictures. I'm very sorry you had to call in hospice for your Mom. I know how hard that can be, it seems so final. But my Dad has been in hospice for three months now, so don't ever give up hope. I hope your Mom gets to spend lots of time with Caroline. Denise Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hopeandstrength Posted December 30, 2005 Share Posted December 30, 2005 I forgot to mention that I'm so sorry about Maggie. It IS horrible to have to think about losing a pet. I had to put my beautiful, Bernese Mountain Dog/Australian Shepard to sleep due to cancer in 2003. I rescued her when she was 12 years old and she was such a dear friend. Her name was Maggie also. Anyway..hope your mama is doing okay and you are getting some rest here and there... Cathy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jang Posted December 31, 2005 Share Posted December 31, 2005 Congratulations Holly! My prayers are with you and your Mom. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bethluvswill13 Posted January 1, 2006 Share Posted January 1, 2006 Holly, I would first like to say congrats!on your beautiful little baby girl. Im sorry to hear your mom's health is declining so quickly. I'll be adding ya'll to my prayer list.Im also sorry to hear about your dog...it seems like your having a real tough time right now. I hope it end soon for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RandyW Posted January 1, 2006 Share Posted January 1, 2006 Thoughts and prayers are with you always Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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