Most people know the concerns and trials of having a preemie, but there have been some blessings that few people would realize. We are thankful for each of these little things. The biggest blessing has been how God has grown us through learning to trust Him. We are thankful for how mightily He has worked.
- We get a sneak preview of the baby earlier than planned. For impatient people like me, this is definitely a perk! So even though, it has been hard having Isaac in the hospital, I try to remember he wouldn't have been 'out' anyways.
- Getting to enjoy the newborn, cuddly stage for longer. I always felt like that stage went by so quickly with my others. Having to intentionally plan one-on-one time with my baby. With my other children, it was harder to keep up with outside responsibilities and still enjoy time with my baby. This time around, God has shown us what's really important in our family. I cherish the times that I've been able to hold our little one and pray for his little soul, as well as spend extra time with Esther and Jonas. All of us have grown through this.
- The trips back and forth to the NICU have allowed for Stephen and I to have extra time together. I treasure those times we have cried out to God for His grace in our lives. We have tried to maximize that time in the car by listening to sermons or spending it in prayer.
- Milestones. I never realized how many developmental milestones in a baby's life I took for granted. We have gained a whole new appreciation for our Creator God who makes us fearfully and wonderfully, and being in the NICU we have gained more medical insight. From conception to birth, it is amazing all the things that take place. More than ever, we are aware of what it means that God 'sustains' life. Isaac's story is not about him, but it's about God, his Creator, and the work He is doing.
- The body of Christ surrounding us with love and help while having a preemie has been a blessing. We never had to depend on the body this way before, but our church has served us sacrificially, and God has been glorified.
2 comments:
Thanks for continuing to share about this journey you are on with Isaac. I especially love how you said that this story is not about Isaac but about God. How true...if I could learn to see my life like that, how much would my life change? I'm praying for you all!
What a blessing to read how God is working in all of you! It's so exciting to hear how Isaac is growing & how your family is growing along with him. Thank you for letting us in on your story- it's such a testimony of God's grace.
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