William Chase Cragun (Chase) was born, unexpectedly, on Nov. 5th. We had a scheduled c-section on the 16th, but he couldn’t wait. Chase was born with his intestine twisted which caused a blockage. He underwent surgery at only 3 days old and is currently in the NICU with a second surgery needed in January. The doctors said that it was a blessing that he came 3 weeks early; each day in the womb would have worsened his condition. It saddens us everyday to wake up to an empty bassinet, but we know that our Heavenly Father is keeping a close eye on our special boy.
Chase is improving everyday and that’s all we can ask for. There is still no word on his homecoming date, but we are hopeful for sooner rather than later. The nurses tell us that when he gets fussy, he prefers to just be held instead of another dose of pain meds. :)
Chase is improving everyday and that’s all we can ask for. There is still no word on his homecoming date, but we are hopeful for sooner rather than later. The nurses tell us that when he gets fussy, he prefers to just be held instead of another dose of pain meds. :)
Thanks again for all your visits, phone calls and most of all, your prayers. We will keep you updated with all the good news.
Jake, Celeste, Tanner, Logan and Chase Cragun
P.S. I know my husband has been e-mailing most of you with updates, so sorry if this old news! Here is what he sent earlier this week, in case you didn’t receive it.
Hey everyone,
Thanks so much for all your thoughts, prayers, babysitting, car rentals, bed rentals, dishwashing, patient calling, and just good-old fashion TLC.
Tanner, the oldest brother, finally met his new little brother tonight and he must of felt his presence as he woke right up for him. Tanner wanted to give him his UCLA teddy bear. Chase is still a little uncomfortable, but who wouldn't be with a hole in their tummy. I really appreciate all the love and support you've given our little growing family. I'm sure Chase will be fine, but he still has some recovery time and another surgery ahead.
Celeste gets out of the hospital tomorrow and is dying to hold her baby.
Anyhow, I'll keep you all posted on how things are going and again, maybe someday, somehow our family will be able to "Pay it Forward" as much as you all have helped us.
