Carl and I were able to watch as the nurse and Carrie put in a catheter. It looked horribly painful, but thankfully didn't seem to bother Toby at all! Because they have been getting a lot of urine out when they cath him, they have started doing it every 4 hours instead of every 6. So far, he has only had a couple of wet diapers on his own. Carrie and Bruce will leave the hospital on what they call a "cath plan" where they learn all about putting in a catheter.
According to the Neurosurgeon, the CT will take place on Monday and the shunt surgery will happen on Tuesday.
I am just amazed how smoothly this whole process has gone and I know it is only because people have been lifting this family up in prayer! Thank you! Hopefully I will have more to share later.
By Kristin Lowe — Dec 30, 2006 3:32pm
ReplyDeleteBruce and Carrie,
We have been so blessed to be kept up to date of your pregnancy and now the birth of your beautiful son, Toby. We will lift you up in prayer as God brings you to our minds at this time. We pray for Toby's strength and healing, and we pray for the both of you and the boys as you adjust to all this! Run and don't be weary, walk and do not faint! God is so amazing. May He lift you in wonderful ways and give you the "kisses" of heaven (from Dee Brestin "...In Love with Jesus" series).
God bless you all at this time! We'll keep track of Toby's progress!
Kristin, Allen, Austin, & Emma Lowe
By Loretta MacGillivray — Dec 30, 2006 1:50pm
ReplyDeleteWow Carrie & Bruce, you done good, he is so beautiful. I can't wait to hold him. We know God has a plan for all that has happened. We are praying for Toby and all of you everyday. It is so awesome to see the Lord's hand in all of this. Love you Grandma
By Amy Meyers — Dec 30, 2006 1:47pm
ReplyDeleteThanks for keeping all of us informed via this website!Toby is adorable! We are so glad that everything has gone so well thus far! We know that God has plans for your little one and we will continue to pray for all of you!
Love, The Meyers family
By Martha Minnich — Dec 30, 2006 1:39pm
ReplyDeletecongrats bruce & carrie. Toby is so beautiful! God's unending faithfulness never ceases to amaze me!!! Peace to you + your family, now that the waiting is over, as you continue to trust the Lord with your new son's health + progress. He is precious indeed. We are thrilled for your new addition + all that God has in store for him. Love you,
The Minnich's
By Rachel Wojnarowski — Dec 30, 2006 1:03pm
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful boy! For some reason, I thought all along that he was a SHE. :) So that was a nice surprise. You don't need me to tell you that God is in control. :) Love you guys
By Christine Burkle — Dec 30, 2006 10:00am
ReplyDeleteCongrats! Toby is just adorable. We just wanted to let you know that we are praying for your family. We know that God is watching over sweet baby Toby.
By Theresa Luedeke — Dec 30, 2006 8:06am
ReplyDeleteHi Holt family,
You have another beautiful baby!! He looks like an angel. We will continue praying for him. We know he is in God's care and Toby will know from an early age how much God loves him!
Love,
Theresa & Dave Luedeke
By Kathy Pierce — Dec 29, 2006 11:11pm
ReplyDeleteBruce & Carrie: What a cutie! I'm so glad to hear things have gone well to this point, and we'll continue to pray for you guys and Toby. Hang in there...I know God is working!
By Beth Parker — Dec 29, 2006 9:07pm
ReplyDeleteOur God is so good to have given Toby to Carrie and Bruce and then to us, his extended family!! I look forward to holding you!!
Thank you for making this site for us to share in!!
By Aunty Kay Panter — Dec 29, 2006 9:00pm
ReplyDeleteHi there Toby
I am your Aunty Kay and we are so glad to welcome you sweet boy. Wow you are neat having your own web site. I will be so glad to meet you. You are a blessing to our family.
Love
Aunty Kay
By Melissa Schafer — Dec 29, 2006 8:50pm
ReplyDeleteHe is so beautiful! What an amazing miracle God has given you. I will continue to pray that this transition goes smoothly and Toby will continue to do well. I wish I could see him in person. I am glad this website has been set up so I can continue to check up on you and your precious family. I miss you so much! Much love, Melissa
By Krysty Bower — Dec 29, 2006 8:50pm
ReplyDeleteWelcome Toby and way to go on your progress after surgery! We can't wait to meet you...you're such a blessing to all who know you already! And you have your own website...what a cool kid you are! We're praying for your body to be strong and heal fast. You're the apple of God's eye! Ps. 17:8 Keep me as the apple of your eye; hide me in the shadow of your wings.
Love, The Bowers
By Jenny Lusher — Dec 29, 2006 8:18pm
ReplyDeleteBruce and Carrie,
We are so thankful to hear that Toby is doing well. The photo of him looks so much like Connor! He is a cutie! We'll be praying for him as more tests are done next week and also for you and the boys as you adjust to the newest addition of your family. Congratulations!
God Bless,
Jenny Lusher and Family
By Heather Conrad — Dec 29, 2006 7:38pm
ReplyDeleteWhat a precious baby boy! Amazing pictures! This website is a great idea. Great way to capture these first amazing moments. Thanks for allowing us to be a part of God's miracle in your family.
Love, The Conrads
By Lani Tower — Dec 29, 2006 6:49pm
ReplyDeleteToby is precious...so glad all goes well so far..I will continue to pray. Things on our end are very challenging right now so I can't come visit you but hope to see you in person in the new year. Blessings and congratulations to all of you.
By Mimi Anglin — Dec 29, 2006 6:04pm
ReplyDeleteWhat a miracle Toby is! A true blessing from God:) We are so happy for you all!
Love, The Anglins
By Renee Vrieze — Dec 30, 2006 6:58pm
ReplyDeleteCarrie & Bruce,
It's so amazing that Toby is finally here. You have yet to discover what a blessing it is to have a special needs child. Yes, you'll experience challenges along the way, but through each trial you will find that God's grace is sufficient. His mighty hand is upon your child. He has an awesome plan & purpose for Toby.
I am so grateful that the Lord has brought us together. May we always be a source of encouragement for one another. Your family will continue to be in my prayers.
Renee Vrieze (Ann Arbor, MI)
By Jennifer Owczarek — Dec 30, 2006 4:45pm
ReplyDeleteWhat a cutie! We are so proud of you guys! Love, prayers, hugs and kisses.
Jennifer, Steve, Abigail, and Benjamin
By Pam Hudson — Dec 30, 2006 9:39pm
ReplyDeleteDearest Family,Thank-you for sharing the pictures and stories of your precious little Toby.We are so glad that things are working out so well for Toby. God is good.We will keep you all in our prayers.Love you all!
By Becca Hood — Dec 31, 2006 1:36pm
ReplyDeleteBruce and Carrie,
Congratulations!!! He is just beautiful. Thank you so much for keeping us up to date all through this process. It is so awesome to see the Lord's hand on you all. He is so good!
Love and prayers
By Tina Castle — Dec 31, 2006 3:16pm
ReplyDeleteBruce & Carrie,
I'm so glad things went well on Thursday. We will continue to pray for you and Toby. What a special blessing he is already!
Tina & Ron Castle
By Jenny Davis — Dec 31, 2006 3:46pm
ReplyDeleteDear Toby
Welcome to our world. You are very precious to us. God is looking over you and will heal you. You have a very sweet Mom and Dad and two brothers. Can;t wait to see and hold you and kiss you.
Love Great Aunt Jenny
By Mary Richardson — Dec 31, 2006 3:54pm
ReplyDeleteDear Great Grandchildren . I am so glad our baby is finally here. He is so beautiful , can't wait to hold him. I am keeping all of you in my prayers . Love you all and God Bless you all.
G.Grandma.
By Bonnie Dowell — Dec 31, 2006 11:49pm
ReplyDeleteDear Carrie and Bruce, Conor and Garrett, your little Toby is such a precious blessing. My prayers are with you as you begin a new journey. I'm thrilled that everything has gone so smoothly so far. Let the Lord be your guide and receive the support of all the friends He has put in your life. We love you!
In Christ, Bonnie
Tim Holt 12/30/2006
ReplyDeleteHi, Carrie, Bruce, and Tobi!
This is a really nice way to stay in touch. Thanks. I'll be showing this to the rest of the fam when they're up and around. Tobi is a handsome little guy. Sure glad his surgery went well.
Love, Tim