Loving our Ireland Rose: Her she is... Ms. Ireland Rose Brady!!

Wednesday, August 19, 2009

Her she is... Ms. Ireland Rose Brady!!

I have so much going on right now that I cant even begin to try and get it all on here.... The best I can do is show of the most precious thing my eyes have ever seen!!! Today I have found something the is more powerful that anything else in the world... The love of your child. I am greatful for what I have been giving and now understand what all the other fathers have felt at the first moment you see that bundle of joy... I cannot say what I feel.. therefor I give you Ireland Rose Brady... These Pics are worth a million words!!!! Daddy loves you!!!!!!!

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Tracy MeatsAugust 19, 2009 at 12:39 PM
CONGRATULATIONS MIKE AND CHANDA!!! Ireland is absolutely beautiful...very precious!!! Tears of joy for your family. Stay strong Ireland and praying for only GOOD days in your future. How is Chanda doing?

Many prayers, Tracy
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AnonymousAugust 19, 2009 at 12:50 PM
Oh, Mike she is absolutely beautiful! You are all doing such a great job, we're so proud of you. Congrats on your baby girl!
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Alex, Ingrid, Alina & Robbie HouchinAugust 19, 2009 at 1:07 PM
congratulations mummy and daddy. She is soo cute! We're praying for your little one and hoping that everything will go well.
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BethanyAugust 19, 2009 at 1:21 PM
Wow, Ireland is a beautiful baby. Gorgeous. I'm praying for her and your family.
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bobdobleAugust 19, 2009 at 1:36 PM
Beautiful! She is soooo beautiful!!! I can't say anything else!!!
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Sarah and Barry MayerAugust 19, 2009 at 1:46 PM
Welcome to the world Ireland! She's perfect. Keeping you guys in our thoughts and prayers!
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AnonymousAugust 19, 2009 at 2:05 PM
Congrats on your beautiful baby girl!!!! You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers!!
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AnonymousAugust 19, 2009 at 2:08 PM
congrats on you baby girl
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AnonymousAugust 19, 2009 at 2:27 PM
Oh my goodness - she's beautiful!!!
Congratulations! Prayers are continuing!
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Candice and Rob BealAugust 19, 2009 at 2:36 PM
so very pretty! It looks like she is doing great! She also looks huge! How big is she? and how is mommy doing? Lots of prayers
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UnknownAugust 19, 2009 at 2:43 PM
Congrats Brady family she is so pretty!
Anna Stroud
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AnonymousAugust 19, 2009 at 2:47 PM
She is beautiful you guys!!!! Bless your hearts. Congratulations. I'll be there to see you soon.

JD
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LaurieAugust 19, 2009 at 2:58 PM
Congratulations - she is beautiful! Keeping you all in our prayers.
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Craig and Kristi KuehlAugust 19, 2009 at 3:08 PM
Precious, Beautiful girl!! Congrats to you both--you do good work:) Continue to keep us posted---we are praying hard for her to kick some serious booty....
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AnonymousAugust 19, 2009 at 3:47 PM
Imagine how much you love her.. now think of how much our Heavenly Father loves her and us.. to think God would care so much for you to give you a gift like Ireland Rose!! Isnt He a good Father!
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ShawnAugust 19, 2009 at 3:51 PM
Congratulations guys! We are so happy for you all and are sending prayers your way! She looks great!
Shawn
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Liz and ShaneAugust 19, 2009 at 4:07 PM
Congratulations! She is beautiful. We are praying for your little princess. How is mommy doing?
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AnonymousAugust 19, 2009 at 5:31 PM
She is precious!! It was so great to get home from work and see this wonderful update. I've been thinking about you guys all day!!

Christy Gilman
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Sue mom to Emily LCDH 1-22-08August 19, 2009 at 5:55 PM
Congratulations on your beautiful little girl! My prayers continue to be with you and liitle Ireland as you begin your next phase of your CDH journey.

CarePage:Emilyishere
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Maxton's MommyAugust 19, 2009 at 6:52 PM
She is SOOOO beautiful! :-) Congrats guys! I pray she is doing well!

Ash
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AnonymousAugust 19, 2009 at 9:27 PM
I am so grateful. She looks sooo wonderful. What a girl! when ya get a chance, let us know how she is doing and specifically what we should pray for .......Blood pressure is good, YAY...Mike, I just can't wait to meet you! Chanda was right; you are pretty amazing. Totally consumed with emotion. I feel inspired.

Love, Tree
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The Griffin FamilyAugust 19, 2009 at 9:40 PM
She is absolutly BEAUTIFUL. We will be praying for you guys over the next few days/weeks/months/whatevers. I know what you mean by the "new dad" thing...my heart literally EXPLODED.
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AnonymousAugust 20, 2009 at 4:16 AM
Chanda and Mike, your family at St. Peter's Church is praying for little Ireland Rose. She's beautiful! Blessings to all of you.
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Jennifer (Evans) WadeAugust 25, 2009 at 9:05 PM
Chanda,

I know it's been years since we've seen each other, but my hopes and prayers are with you. Seeing your beautiful daughter lying in the NICU brings back so many memories for me. It's been almost 1 year since I've lost my little Gage to Chromosome 6q 23.3-25.1 deletion (www.caringbridge.org/visit/gagewade). I am here for you. I know the roller coaster days. I know living in a hospital room NICU & PICU for 6 months of my brave son's life. I know what you are going through. I pray that for you and your family your daughter's battle ends differently than our did. I know that my baby boy is watching over your little one from Heaven. It's not easy by any means, but your daughter is a fighter. They all are and they can do amazing things. Please lean on me if you like. I have walked in your shoes and I know the feelings, the good days, the bad days and the days when you just don't think you can take any more. Give your sweet girl hugs and kisses and know that I am praying for her to be strong every day.
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What is Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia?

"Congenital" means "born with." The diaphragm is the breathing muscle that separates the chest cavity and the abdominal cavity. The diaphragm develops when the fetus is about two months old. Congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH) is the absence of the diaphragm, or a hole in the diaphragm. This can occur on either the left or right side, but is most common on the left. (Ireland's is on the left.) The contents of the abdomen, including the stomach, intestines, liver and spleen, may go through the hole and into the chest. The contents prevent the normal development of the lung (pulmonary hypoplasia) on that side, and may affect the growth of the other lung. After birth the infant will have difficulty breathing if the lungs are not developed enough.

Why is CDH of concern?

The lungs are developing at the same time as the
diaphragm and the digestive system. A diaphragmatic hernia allows abdominal organs to move into the chest cavity, instead of remaining in the abdomen as they are developing. With the heart, lungs, and abdominal organs all taking up space in the chest cavity, the lungs do not have space to develop
properly. This underdevelopment of the lungs is called pulmonary hypoplasia. A diaphragmatic hernia is a life-threatening illness. When the lungs do not develop properly
during pregnancy, it can be difficult for the baby to breathe after birth. Healthy lungs have millions of small air sacs (alveoli), which resemble a balloon filled with air. With pulmonary hypoplasia:
• There are fewer air sacs than normal.
• The air sacs that are present are only able to partially fill with air.
• The air sacs deflate easily due to a lack of a lubricating fluid called surfactant.
When these conditions are present, the baby is unable to take in enough oxygen to stay healthy. The intestines, when relocated in the chest, also may not develop properly, especially if they are not receiving enough blood supply while they are developing. A good blood supply is necessary for the
intestines to develop correctly, and to be healthy and function properly. CDH is also of concern due to possible associated anomalies, which in some cases may include heart, genitourinary, gastrointestinal, central nervous system or chromosomal anomalies.

Gift of Motherhood by Erma Bombeck in 1980

Most women become mothers by accident, some by choice, a few by social pressures, and a couple by habit. This year, nearly 100,000 women will become mothers
of handicapped children. Did you ever wonder how mothers of handicapped children are chosen? Somehow, I visualize God hovering over Earth selecting his instruments for
propagation with great care and deliberation. As he observes, he instructs his angels to make notes in a giant ledger.
"Armstrong, Beth; son; patron saint, Matthew.
"Forrest, Marjorie; daughter; patron saint, Cecelia.
"Rudlege, Carrie; twins; patron saints... give her Gerald. He's used to profanity."
Finally, he passes a name to an angel and smiles, "Give her a handicapped child."
The angel is curious, "Why this one, God? She's so happy."
"Exactly", smiles God. "Could I give a handicapped child to a mother who does not know laughter? That would be cruel."
"But has she patience?" asks the angel.
"I don't want her to have too much patience or she will drown in a sea of self-pity and despair. Once the shock and resentment wears off, she'll handle it. "I watched her
today. She has that feeling of self and independence that is so rare and necessary in a mother. You see, the child I'm going to give her has her own world. She has to make it live in her world and that's not going to be easy."
"But, Lord, I don't think she even believes in you."
God smiles. "No matter. I can fix that. This one is perfect. She has just enough
selfishness."
The angel gasps, "Selfishness? Is that a virtue?"
God nods. "If she can't separate herself from the child occasionally, she'll never survive. Yes, there is a woman whom I will bless with a child less than perfect. She doesn't realize it yet, but she is to be envied. She will never take for granted a 'spoken word'. She will never consider a 'step' ordinary. When her child says 'Momma' for the first time, she will be present at a miracle and know it! When she describes a tree or a sunset to her child, she will see it as few people ever see my creations. "I will permit her to see clearly the things I see-- ignorance,
cruelty, prejudice-- and allow her to rise above them. She will never be alone. I will be at her side every minute of every day of her life because she is doing my work as surely as she is here by my side."
"And what about her patron saint?" asks the angel, his pen poised in midair. God smiles, "A mirror will suffice."

Chanda's side note:...believe the mirror will break....would request a saint

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Her she is... Ms. Ireland Rose Brady!!

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