New son in the club (don't open if you dont want to see baby pics!)

On the RX

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As some of you know, Marshé and I had a son, Liam O'Rion Varns, on new years day. He came really early as his due date was 4/20! He was born just under a pound and took advantage of every bit of known medical equipment to keep him with us. He is currently doing well with no issues other than being small, and having two hernias that will need opperated on before he comes home. We have been keeping this info mostly close to the family as it was an unknown on how everything would go. Plus I didn't have mich them to answer texts, calls, and messages!

He is now close to 4 pounds and getting close to coming off of cpap. He will be coming home in less than a month if he keeps this progression going!

I appreciate all the well wishes and check ins from the people thay figured it out! As always, you all are an amazing group of people and we appreciate you all. Sorry if we have missed a few meeting and up coming events. We will be around and involved welhen we can and gettingnout is a good way to relieve some pressure. I may be a bit flakey for the next year, so heads up on that! I will pop in when time allows!

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The cutest little dude, Dom and I can't wait to meet him. 😍🥰😍
 

rushthezeppelin

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Ohhh goodness. I'm so glad he's doing well and has gained weight. I will keep him and the whole family in my prayers!
 

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Oh my goodness he’s just so darn cute!! So excited for this update! Glad to hear all is going well he’s such a little fighter! Get ready, he’s gonna give you a run for your money (in the best way possible) 🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰 seriously, offer still stands if you guy need anything at all just let us know!
 

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Oh my goodness he’s just so darn cute!! So excited for this update! Glad to hear all is going well he’s such a little fighter! Get ready, he’s gonna give you a run for your money (in the best way possible) 🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰 seriously, offer still stands if you guy need anything at all just let us know!
Same from me, not much I can truly offer atm given I'm dealing with vehicle troubles but if there is something I can do let me know. Even something as simple as making a meal to bring over if I have time.
 

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Congrats and being a Dad is the best bumpy trail ride of them all!
This is very true!

Congrats @On the RX!!

For what it's worth, my best friend growing up (we met at age 7 and we still talk every couple months) his mom was a neonatal/preemie nurse. Those folks are saints and miracle workers. I'm sure you're in good hands.
 

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Much love to all of your crew @On the RX
So happy to see that he's doing well!
As Lisa said... need anything let us know. We're close.
 

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Aw, congratulations and welcome Liam! He seems like one tough little dude. ❤️
 

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Congratulations to you and your family!
 

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Congrats Adam, so glad to here your Son is doing well. My Wife's Daughter had a 2lb 13 oz baby 28 years ago and watched her go through that long struggle as well. Everyday was a good day but is was long 2 1/2 months before she left the hospital. Dan
 

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So happy for you guys, Adam! Congrats!!
 

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@On the RX Congrats! Even though we haven’t spent a lot of time together, 100% I can honestly offer to babysit if you need a date night or day off for a trail run after the last 4 months. My 7 and 9 year olds would love to help. If you need a break, please don’t hesitate to reach out.
 

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Congrats Adam! Glad everyone is healthy and on the up swing
 

On the RX

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Quick update: Liam has been moved to the level 2 and 3 NICU, down from level 4. He is in an open crib, one step away from low flow o2 (currently on high flow), and his feeding tube has been moved from his mouth to his nose. He is 4.75 lbs and made his first attempt at nursing last night with success! It was short and tiring for him but he latched on like a champ! He has a hernia surgery to get through in the next few weeks and then should be coming home shortly after.
This is my favorite photo so far. He propped his head on his hands and decided this was a good spot to take a nap the other day.
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OMG he is so stinking cute!!!! What great news he really is a little fighter! So happy for you guys and can't wait to meet this little dude!
 

Notyourmomslx450

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Quick update: Liam has been moved to the level 2 and 3 NICU, down from level 4. He is in an open crib, one step away from low flow o2 (currently on high flow), and his feeding tube has been moved from his mouth to his nose. He is 4.75 lbs and made his first attempt at nursing last night with success! It was short and tiring for him but he latched on like a champ! He has a hernia surgery to get through in the next few weeks and then should be coming home shortly after.
This is my favorite photo so far. He propped his head on his hands and decided this was a good spot to take a nap the other day.View attachment 129956
that's great news!
 
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