well…
after an uneventful weekend.
we had a rather eventful monday.
as the previous photo indicated…
madeline decided to make her first appearance today.
here are some photos and a nice story…
baby’s heart rate dropped around 3:30am.
everyone was concerned.
dr. stopped by in the morning.
and said that it may be best to have madeline come out and play.
dr. nelson came a bit later and agreed.
so we were given 2 hours notice.
(9:30am).
we waited.
and made a lot of phone calls.
and sent a few e-mails.
anya came immediately.
grandparents booked flights (again).
around 11:30am liz took a little ride.
to the delivery room.
anya and i followed behind.
liz went with the doctors.
anya went to the waiting room.
i got dressed in my “daddy suit.”
(said to myself…”holy shit. this is really happening.”)
i waited in the hallway.
…and waited…
liz also waited.
i came in to the delivery room.
then the doctors started working…
and a little while later…
madeline met mom.
mom met madeline.
i cried a little.
cleaned up my act.
cut the cord.
and took a nice close-up of baby.
madeline took a little trip to the nicu.
mom took a nap.
i paced.
anya did some liz babysitting.
i found my way in to the nicu.
and hung out with our baby.
i left after about 30 mins.
gave momma a report.
went to lunch with anya.
relaxed for a few minutes.
and went in for another visit with madeline.
doctors say everthing is good.
madeline is sucking in a little extra oxygen for a few days.
she may stay in the hospital for a little while.
just so we have enough time…
to get her room ready.
oh yeah…the important stuff.
madeline was born
at 11:56 am (march 24, 2008).
at a bruising 3 pounds, 13.5 ounces.
17.25 inches long.
(almost as tall as her mom at age 30).
kidding of course,
but liz is really short.
and baby is really long.
we’ve been joking over the past few days…
if madeline gets daddy’s height and mommy’s looks,
everything will be okay.
if it goes the other way
she’s in trouble.
thankfully she’s long…
and beautiful.
thanks to everyone.
the visitors.
the callers.
the writers.
the silent web page readers.
we appreciate the support more than you know.
the proud parents will continue to update everyone on our beautiful baby.
look forward to even more good news.
(i know we will).
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Greetings to all Logelins!
While I am NEVER early for anything (I’ve been known to say to my Madeline and Anna “hey, we’re not late!”), your Madeline joins a great, wonderful force of early arrivers:
Andrew Glessner was 6 weeks early
Jenny Glessner was 4 weeks early
Madeline Ruff was 17 days early
Welcome and congratulations! We are all very excited!
Love,
Tim, Barb, Madeline, Anna Ruff
Welcome to Madeline!
She is absolutely precious, and I cannot believe how beautiful Liz looks in the midst of surgery. Congratulations to the new parents- you’re going to be great. Now for a little feeding and growing in the NICU. Our thoughts continue to be with you all, and we can’t wait for more updates.
What a wonderful story! I’m still wiping my eyes. Welcome to motherhood and fatherhood-I can already tell that you both will be fantastic parents to that precious child. Maddie is gorgeous, and Liz you look so excited. Tim and I are so happy for you both, and we can’t wait to introduce Isabel to Madeline!
Congratulations, now Mom & Dad Logelin!
And, as my nephews would say: Welcome to the world, Madeline!
So glad that everything is going well and all are healthy. Let us folks at work know of anything we can do.
Congratulations! She’s a cute, tiny little thing!
CONGRATULATIONS Matt and Liz,
She is a cutie Pie, can’t wait to see more pictures.
Liz get plenty of rest, Matt take good care of your Ladies.
Love Auntie Esther and Uncle Tim
Hi Matt, Liz and Madeline!
Congratulations! She is beautiful. We’re so excited to welcome Madeline to our great big, glorious family. Liz and Matt, try to get as much rest as possible while you’ve got the help. Let us know if there is anything you need or want. We love you!
~Renee and Rob
Congrats! Baby is cute!
Devin
I’m a little teary after reading this! Congratulations, you guys, I am so so happy for you. Take care and I will see you sometime soon!
Hi Madeline! You are so precious and Aunty Anya says you are really strong – just like Mom.
Liz and Matt, we are incredibly PROUD of you. Congratulations to the beautiful new family.
It truly is amazing – I’ve been in tears all day checking with Anya, Flickr and the website.
LOTS OF LOVE!
Maleeda and Kevin
Congratulations to you! Madeline’s going to be a tall drink of water.
No matter her size, maddie will be full of spunk and personality..look at her awesome parents! Can’t wait to meet the little darling! Congrats and love to you all.
I read your wife’s obituary in the Mpls. paper. I had NO idea what happened – yet wanted to reach out! I am a single mother of 2. I am SO sorry for your loss! I can’t inagine the pain you feel! But know – those in Minnesota wish you well! Your daughter is beautiful! You are AMAZING!! I would love to keep in touch~ GOOD LUCK!!!
I read your story in the Star Tribune. I am so sorry for your loss.
You will do great with your new little daughter. She is beautiful.
Take one day at a time.I will keep you both in my prayers .
God Bless!!
I found your blog thru a friend. I was born on MArch 24th too. Madeline is a precious little girl. I hope she brings you happiness. Prayers to you and your family.
Matt- I am one of liz’s cousins (andrea gagnon’s) really good friend. Andrea and I go to the same school and live in the same neighborhood. WHen liz died andrea came to school late the next day, with tears in her eyes. I didn’t know what had happened. Then I found out that her cousin had died. It was a HUGE shoch to me because just about two days earlier i asked andrea how liz and the baby were, ad she said, “they are doing really good!”. THen one night andrea asked me if she could call me and we could talk. ( this was only like 4 days after death) She was telling me everything about how family got together to talk and to talk about going to CA and she just went on and on balling and balling. She just couldn’t believe what was happening. ANd seeing one of my best friends cry when i was talking to her made me cry on the phone too, and after I got off the phon e I told my mom and i cried myself to sleep that night.
I had the same situation, My fluilds were low and my son was born with the cord around his neck not breathing. His heart rate was coming and going. In an hour they only got 40 seconds of a heart rate. They tried putting a device inside me to get a heart rate but by that time I was beginning to push the baby out. Stay strong there are alot of people supporting you even the ones you dont know. Take care
I’m glad that the baby is Ok.Before reading this part I read about the passing of Liz,that is a real bummer trading one life for an other.
Hi Matt & wee Madeline!
I found you thru Ms Single Mamas’ blog – I’m a single mama from NZ, the other side of the world – your story has travelled far! My 2nd son Sebastien was born exactly a week before your wee girl, so I can imagine what a handful the nights have been on your own. You are a sincere inspiration to me, and an example of just how brave a single parent can be.
Sending you all our 1-parent family support from NZ,
Jess, Jack & Sebastien.
Matt,
I just discovered your blog thru Ms.SingleMama, a dear friend of mine. I’m the editor of Single Parent Magazine, launching this fall. (I’m also the co-creator of iHeartSingleParents.com). Anyway, the magazine’s tagline is “Happily ever NOW” and the feature article in the first issue is about embracing life as a single parent. I would be honored to showcase your story, if you would be interested? i hope you are!! You are a genuine inspiration. Get in touch with me asap, damn deadlines you know?
P.S. I’m adding you to my personal blog, ModernSingleMomma.com and will be back to check up on you and Madeline often.
Hi Matt,
While I don’t know what it’s like to be a single parent, I do know what it’s like to lose the love of your life. For that, I am so very sorry and please feel free to email me if you ever want to talk. I’m also the mommy of a now-3 year old preemie, so we have that in common, as well. Please let me know if there’s anything I can do!
Sara
Hi matt, I met you and Madeline at the Waldorf hotel, been thinking of you every since. My prayers go out to you, may God protect you and your baby always. Please call me if ever you need to talk. 917-539-8012
P.S I am the server at the bar.
I have just now heard of your blog from mamakat’s blog, was interested in your story, and wanted to read more. Madeline’s birthdate is the same as mine.
She is so pretty!
I have already sent up a prayer for you and your daughter to have strength to get through this time. She is a very blessed baby to have you as a father.
Now that I have found you guys, I will have to keep up with your blog!
AWE She’s adorable. Totally get your blog listed over at MomDot!!
Jessica/MomDot Street Team
http://www.MomDot.com
Matt,
I am both happy and sad for you. Having experienced the miracle of birth for myself on May 11, I know how truly amazing it is to hold the little one in your arms. I am so sad for you and Madeline, though, to have lost your partner and your love. If there is anything I can do to be of any help please let me know. Sometimes a friendly ear to listen to is all you need.
I’ve put the address for my website if you want to check out my adventures in Mommyhood.
3/24 is my mother’s bday – she passed almost 2 years ago – so I’m hysterical crying right now as my 4 mth old and 2 yr old sleep. Life can really suck…why why why!!!! God bless you and your little angel. Enjoy every minute as they fly by too fast! You are an amazing person.
Madeline’s birth weight was so close to my son’s… 3lbs. 14 oz. 17.5 inches long…
He’s thirteen now! He is on the smaller side of the chart, but for a girl that is great! Good Luck! Madeline is lucky to have you! You seem like an awesome Daddy!
I’m so sorry to hear about your wife but you have a beautiful little girl to look at. I also have a little girl (1 of 2) that was born on March 24, 2003 and her name is Madeline Paige. You are in our prayers.
There are no words I think could cover the grief you must have. How bittersweet to have such a lovely child and have such loss. I am single mom not by choice at all. My pain is even close to what you had to endure. I found this site looking for support for single parents. You are to be admired so completely.. I am sorry for your loss… so very sorry. You will do so well… with this little girl.
I had three months of bedrest with my first child , it was difficult. You do inspire all of single parents.
All the best,
Di
You are an incredible father, and Madeline could not be more fortunate considering the circumstances. You are incredibly graceful in the way you are so tender, considerate and in awe of your little girl. I cannot imagine the strength it has taken you to endure, and bring blessings to others out of your misfortune. You are an inspiration.
I read your story today in People magazine and sobbed my eyes out. I, myself am a single mother but not under such difficult circumstances. your little girl is beautiful and I’m sure she’ll make you and Liz very proud.
Nicola, Birmingham, Uk
Hi, Matt.
My name’s Jen. I’m a fourteen year old girl from New York, and I just discovered your blog through my aunt. While I know you’ve heard it hundreds of times…I’m so sorry for your loss. It’s inconceivable to me the pain you must have gone through and must still be experiencing. I don’t have much insight or experience in life, but I hope that this small amount of support brightens your day.
Hope all is well with Madeline and yourself, and I hope everything is beginning to get easier.
after reading your story in People magazine, i immediately got online to find your blog. i started back in March 2008 and i’m reading my way forward. your story is such an inspiration. you’re a strong man and Liz is surely proud of you! words of strangers (strike that) friends will never completely heal your wounds, but i am thankful that you allow us to try.
Manda in Meridian, MS
matt,you are a very strong man .lost the love of your life what a beautiful women and your daughter is beautiful like her mother. im so sad not sure what i want to say,i lost my daughter at a very young age she was three.i will never get over that she was beautiful. i so sorry but i know there is a wonderful person up there with my daughter i hope you can find comfort in that because i do.doesnt change the fact that there not here.make sure your daughter knows her mommy ,i’ll never forget this i wish you the best of luck with maddy god bless you and if there is anything i can do let me know cant find where i make a donation can you guide me.lorrie quebedeau
MATT, i am so sorry, i have a baby too and i can not imagine how you feel now that you are alone…..congratulations for the courage that helps to your daughter, she knows that she has a great father.
I saw you in Rachel´s show i am form MEXICO and believe me that made me visit your blog and send you this message.
God bless you both!
I LOVE your candidness. Continue to vent, and we will all continue to love you, to pray for you, and to TRY to understand, although we never truly will. Much love from Arkansas….
I DON’T KNOW HOW TO FIND THIS BLOG. COULD SOMEONE PLEASE EMAIL ME AND LET ME KNOW HOW TO READ MATT’S BLOG? THANKS IN ADVANCE. DONNA
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Matt and Maddy!
I wanted to come back to the day Madeline was born to say Happy 1st Birthday Beautiful Maddy!!! I wish you many more wonderful and eventful birthdays to come!! We hope you have a Beautiful Day!
I read your story and am so touched. You and little Madeline are going to be best pals. I am sure her first birthday brought joy and sadness. Continue to be the best father you know how, and all will fall into place.
Aww:] Maddy looks so cute! Good luck Matt Liz & Maddy
Hello Matt and Madeline,
I was forwarded your blog by Kris Garvey who met you yesturday at the weinermobile. (never thought I would use wienermoble in a sentence!) I work with the children’s clothing company Right Bank Babies based out of Los Angeles. Everyone at the company was touched by your story and we would love to send Madeline some of our collection. Please let us know how to reach you as we would all love to meet you both.
-The ladies at Right Bank Babies
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