Our baby boy has finally arrived! We are so excited to announce that Bowen Matthew Hammitt was delivered tonight, September 9, 2010 at 7:59pm at the University of Michigan Women’s Hospital. He weighs 7 lbs, 7 oz and is far more handsome than we had ever imagined!
We weren’t sure if we’d be able to hold him tonight, but our OBGYN and the nurses in the PCTU were kind enough to give us a few minutes with him before they sent him to undergo several hours of testing. Once they finish all of his tests, they will give us an update on his heart and overall health. We will continue to update our blog regularly so our friends and family can pray for baby Bowen and follow his story as it unfolds.
Overwhelmed with joy at the birth of our son,
Matt and Sarah
Sherri Steimel
September 10, 2010 at 3:37 am
Praise Jesus! I am so happy to hear the latest news! Ya’ll continue to be in my thoughts and prayers as you await results. The precious few moments you shared with Bowen give me tears of joy for you all. Thanks for the posts!
Maggie
September 10, 2010 at 3:44 am
God is good! I just found your blog this evening and I’ve been hitting refresh for hours! It’s so amazing to see how your precious little boy has touched so many hearts and lives before he was even born. Just imagine what God has in store for him now that he’s actually here! Only a truly awesome God can do that. Praying for your family and rejoicing with you tonight. What an amazing God we serve.
Sandra Bostwick
September 10, 2010 at 3:46 am
Congratulions!!!! Our whole family is praying for you and Baby Bowen!!
Sandi
Heather
September 10, 2010 at 3:48 am
Congratulations! He is a good weight for a heart baby. Praying for you all!
Jenny
September 10, 2010 at 3:49 am
What a miracle birth is. I was ableto witness the birth of my granddaughter on September 1. (She was 7 lb 9 oz) Will be in prayer for your dear son. God has been gracious to allow you those first precious moments with this tiny precious child.
Molly
September 10, 2010 at 3:52 am
God is GOOD. SO happy to hear he made it here and you were able to hold him! I’m sure it feels so good to finally have him in your arms. We will continue praying for baby Bowen’s heart. Stay strong little man!
Memory Severn
September 10, 2010 at 3:53 am
Congratulations! Wow our God is so amazing. This is a great day to be born, Thank you Jesus! Praying for Bowen and for your family. Love you guys.
JaieLyn
September 10, 2010 at 3:53 am
I just heard about Bowen this morning on Air1. You all were immediately in my prayers — I have a 13 yo son, who was born with a congeital heart defect. He had surgery at 4 days old to fix his heart — he had transposition of the great vessels. He is fine now & I know God used that to time teach me some things. Little Bowen & the rest of your family will continue to be in my thoughts & prayers!
Britney
September 10, 2010 at 3:58 am
Yay! Congratulations. Sending good thoughts your way that all is as good as can be.
Angela
September 10, 2010 at 3:58 am
You all have been on my mind as this time has been approaching. As I heard your story for the first time from you Matt on KLove. I too heard the news as Kelly talked on the radio and you texted her about being in labor. My heart is truly heavy for you and pray for the best outcome possible. I am so glad you got to hold him for awhile. That is a treasured moment!! He is in Gods hands and as difficult as the uncertainty is may you have some peace knowing our God is in control and he is holding you tight right now!!
Bless you! Thank you for the updates we all appreciate it.
Angela
Connie
September 10, 2010 at 4:06 am
Congrats Matt & Sarah! Baby Bowen is in my prayers. I have been listening to Lisa and Eric on KLove since they first learned of Bowen. I am so happy he is here! God has great plans for this little man!
Yoandy
September 10, 2010 at 4:08 am
Congratulations! God is good…Keeping you and your family in our prayers! May God bless you and your ministry.
Brenda Harrison
September 10, 2010 at 4:11 am
So happy for your Family. You are all in my prayers !!!
helen
September 10, 2010 at 4:22 am
Praying for baby Bowen…God Bless you and your family!
Trent Hamilton
September 10, 2010 at 4:24 am
Matt & Sarah,
We are so excited that Bowen has arrived. We are praising God that he is doing okay so far and we are praying fro God’s grace and healing hands to be upon him over the coming weeks.
We are also VERY excited that Bowen is sharing a birthday with our guy, Tucker, in addition to being HLHS/heart buddies!
There will be some difficult and stressful times over the next few weeks, but know that God will provide for your every need and that he will put his perfect plan into motion for Bowen’s life. Bowen is only a few hours old and he has already touched the lives of others!
Please let us know if you guys have any questions, concerns, or just need to vent about things that are going on…we are always available!
Happy Birthday to Bowen and Tucker!
Trent & Dena Hamilton
http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/tuckerhamilton
janet
September 10, 2010 at 4:28 am
Congratulations! My prayers are with you and all of your family.
ron stowers
September 10, 2010 at 4:30 am
praise God I am so happy for you. So glad you got to hold him. Thanks for the update. Hope you are able to get some rest. You are surrounded by a God who loves you, us who love and are praying for you, and you are in a place where you are surrounded by the best of the best people who can help Bowen. Love you guys.
Liz
September 10, 2010 at 4:59 am
First and foremost, Congratulations!! God bless you guys and your babies…when my daughter was born the doctors told us, after her newborn testing, that she had findings of Cystic Fibrosis. We felt our heart stop. We didn’t understand why God had given us such a beautiful gift and why she was sick. We prayed for hours that day. After second testing, they found that there had been an error!! After going to see a pulmonologist and a geneticist, we thanked our Lord. we learned to be still, and above all to trust in him!! So I know that the Lord has special plans for baby Bowen!! God bless you!! And know that my family and I here in El Paso, Texas are praying for you!!
Lindsey
September 10, 2010 at 5:46 am
So thankful he is here! I’ve been praying for that precious baby, you guys, and the doctors and nurses that will be taking care of him. So thankful that our God is the Great Physician! Please keep us updated!
Kristi Verderaime
September 10, 2010 at 5:48 am
Congratulations! What a big boy he is!
I hope everything goes well for baby Bowen and hope mom is feeling alright. I gave birth to my fifth child (2nd boy) in August. He’ll be a month on the 12th of this month. Continuing to pray for your family. Praise God!
H
September 10, 2010 at 6:00 am
Just thought you should know … his middle name should really be “Arrow.” You think I’m kidding. I’m not!
Psalm 127:4
Many congratulations…. and I’m just relieved he’s finally here …. even if his middle name is going to be Matthew.
Jennifer
September 10, 2010 at 6:17 am
Congratulations!!! Will be praying for baby Bowen and your family!
Linda Marie
September 10, 2010 at 7:27 am
Praise God!! Rejoycing at the birth of your Son, Bowen! Prayers have been going your way, all day!!! God Bless!
chad macy
September 10, 2010 at 9:02 am
Thank God. You guy’s have been on my heart so much. Last night I put my son to bed. He didn’t want to go. He turns two in Oct. So I cracked the door, grabbed a stool and sat with him in the dark until he fell asleep. In the quiet darkness I felt God say,” I’m here we can talk.” It was a little after 8p.m. My sons name is Bowen also. I prayed for your Bowen then I prayed for mine. Remember we serve a HUGE God and He can do anything. We will keep you in our prayers.
Shannan
September 10, 2010 at 9:29 am
Welcome Bowen! Be prepared to leave a mark on the world, little man! You have already gotten people on their knees and praying for a miracle. Matt and Sarah-I’m praying for strength and an overwhelming peace only God can provide. I’ve been down the road you are soon heading down-it’s hard, but you will grow in God’s love and grace.
Shannan
proud mommy to Jamie (PA/IVS)
Angela Davis
September 10, 2010 at 9:43 am
Congrats Hammitt Family and Welcome Bowen to his first appearance to the world. God is with you all and watching baby Bowen..You are truely Blessed..You are in our prayers..
stella rodriguez
September 10, 2010 at 9:46 am
I have prayed for baby Bowen & hope he remains healthy.
Jen
September 10, 2010 at 10:06 am
Praise God on the birth of Bowen Michael! Praying for the hands of the doctors, nurses and technicians to be guided as they evaluate Bowen and plan the course of treatment for his heart. God’s perfect timing is just that perfect! I look forward to continuing to pray for your family as you chart through unknown waters.
Deb Brighty
September 10, 2010 at 10:20 am
Sharing in your joy….what a precious gift. Anxious to see updates and you all are in my prayers. God our great physician is at work in Bowen!!! Love you all, Deb
Sandy Daron
September 10, 2010 at 10:31 am
Praise be to God that Bowen is here!!! I will be praying for God to watch over and protect Bowen and keep him safe. I pray for God’s wisdom and discernment for the doctors in treating Bowen.
A Newborn ‘ s Conversation with God
A baby asked God, “They tell me you are sending me to earth tomorrow,
but how am I going to live there being so small and helpless?”
God said, “Your angel will be waiting for you and will take care of you.”
The child further inquired, “But tell me, here in heaven I don ‘ t have
to do anything but sing and smile to be happy.”
God said, “Your angel will sing for you and will also smile for you.
And you will feel your angel ‘ s love and be very happy.”
Again the small child asked, “And how am I going to be able to understand
when people talk to me if I don ‘ t know the language?”
God said, “Your angel will tell you the most beautiful and sweet words
you will ever hear, and with much patience and care, your angel will
teach you how to speak.”
“And what am I going to do when I want to talk to you?”
God said, “Your angel will place your hands together and will teach
you how to pray.”
“Who will protect me?”
God said, “Your angel will defend you even if it means risking its life.”
“But I will always be sad because I will not see you anymore.”
God said, “Your angel will always talk to you about Me and will teach
you the way to come back to Me, even though I will always be next to you.”
At that moment there was much peace in Heaven, but voices from Earth
could be heard and the child hurriedly asked, “God, if I am to leave
now, please tell me my angel ‘ s name.”
God said, You will simply call her, “Mom.”
Love in Christ!!
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Sandy Daron
Sally Hartzell
September 10, 2010 at 10:44 am
We are so happy for you and your family Sarah and Matt.I speak for all the girls at Visions ,we love you guys and will keep praying for Bowen.God is the great! He is with you every step of the way.
Paula
September 10, 2010 at 11:18 am
CONGRATULATIONS! I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers.
Cathy Collinson
September 10, 2010 at 11:25 am
Praise God! Our God truly IS an awesome God and he still reigns from heaven above! (To borrow a phrase from a Michael W. Smith song…..lol) My prayers continue for your entire family, as well as the medical staff that is taking care of him…..may they FEEL the hand of God on them as they care for that tiny, precious life.
Teresa
September 10, 2010 at 11:26 am
CONGRATULATIONS!! on the birth of you beautiful son!! My prayers are with you. I only recently got back to listening to klove and since I heard about baby Bowen, I have been following and checking the website for updates. You are forever in my prayers. A good friend of mine had a daughter born with CHD and some other complications and she celebrated her first birthday a few weeks ago. I know you know that God does work miracles!!!
Lorie Walker
September 10, 2010 at 11:27 am
Congratulations on your new baby, Bowen. I have a grandson that has HLHS. He is now 6 months old and has already had the first two surgeries, the Norwood and the Glen and is now doing fine. Get ready for a roller coaster ride and know that God will be there to carry you through every hill and valley. Our prayers go out to you and your family. Thanks for the frequent postings.
Michelle
September 10, 2010 at 11:30 am
Rejoicing with your family! God is so faithful! Can’t wait to see pictures of the “more handsome than you can imagine” bundle of joy!
Michelle in VT
tina
September 10, 2010 at 11:31 am
CONGRATULATIONS!!!! I will continue to pray for Bowen and the family.
Jeff Mills
September 10, 2010 at 11:31 am
Guys, thanks you for sharing you journey. The youth group
that I shepherd is praying for your entire family. Your music
has touched us through the years and now it is our hope that
our prayers will touch your through Jesus.
Blessings, Jeff
Lindsey Morrison
September 10, 2010 at 11:33 am
I am so happy for you both….We also got a few minutes with iely before they took her to Childrens Hospital. Remember God in in control and he is still able to heal Baby Bowens heart. I am believing and praying for a miracle like we got. HLHS can be healed!!!!! Enjoy every minute with your baby boy.
qiana
September 10, 2010 at 11:38 am
congrats on bowen and he is in my prayers may god bless and continue to enrich your family
Maria
September 10, 2010 at 11:40 am
Congratulations!
Welcome to the world, Baby Bowen! We have been following Bowen’s story for months now, ever since hearing the awesome song “Lead Me,” and I just now found this blog. We’re delighted to hear that Bowen is finally here!
You all continue to be in my and my family’s prayers. We will keep right on believing for complete healing for his heart! You and your story have touched us so much, and now it’s our hope that God will give you and Bowen a special touch through our prayers.
God bless each of you – especially little Bowen!
Melissa
September 10, 2010 at 11:46 am
Congratulations on the baby! Be strong in the Lord! Your family is in my prayers continuously.
Amber
September 10, 2010 at 11:47 am
Happy Birthday Bowen! Congratulations, Matt and Sarah. You all are in my prayers.
Terri Bohman
September 10, 2010 at 11:55 am
Congratulations On Baby Bowen! God Is Good! I’m Continuing To Keep Your Family In My Prayers! God Bless Your Family!
Heidi Schlagheck
September 10, 2010 at 12:01 pm
Congratulations! It is so wonderful you were able to hold Bowen. It is also great that heading into his first surgery he is at such a great weight. We will be keeping your little guy and your entire family in our thoughts and prayers as this new adventure begins!
Heart Hugs,
Heidi (Austin HLHS)
http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/littleaustin
Peyton Family
September 10, 2010 at 12:01 pm
Praise the Lord! I heard on KLOVE this morning that sweet baby Bowen finally made his appearance. Praying for his health! Thank you for sharing your story!
Rebecca Miller
September 10, 2010 at 12:03 pm
Congratulations on Bowen’s arrival! I heard about it on 106.9 The Light this morning.
I have a four month-old named Grant. He is the love of my life! I work at a Christian school, and we will be praising Jesus this morning for Bowen’s safe arrival. We are also praying for Bowen’s health as he grows physically and spiritually. One thing that was impressed upon me during my pregnancy and still is-our babies belong to God. He has been kind enough to let us love them and take care of them. Bowen is in His hands. 
Ahsha
September 10, 2010 at 12:23 pm
Your joy in this handsome little one is strong. The more we thank God for the more we have to thank God for. This tiny boy has already made a great impact on people who have come together over distance and cultures to pray for him and for you, the loving parents. Congratulations on your new son. To God be the Glory!
Michelle McVaney
September 10, 2010 at 12:27 pm
Congratulations. Was praying for you all yesterday. Will continue to remember Bowen in my prayers.
Carrie
September 10, 2010 at 12:27 pm
Ohhh Congrats! Can’t wait to see a pic. God is good! Praying for strength, peace, and wisdom for you as the next few days play out. God has him wrapped in is loving arms as well as you two.
Chris Wirick
September 10, 2010 at 12:30 pm
Congratualations on the arrival of Bowen! While exciting I know that these next few weeks will be quite scary. My daughter (youngest of 3) Faith just celebrated her 1st birthday on 9/3, she has HLHS, and we were unaware of her condition until she was just over a week old when she had to be rushed to the hospital. Nothing I can say could prepare you for what you are about to endure over the next weeks and months, but God will see you through this. I never prayed as much as I should in the past, but when Faith went for her first surgery I prayed to God and just said “I give her to you and I trust that you will bring her back to me , my wife and her brother and sister, for we have just met her and we know she has a special place in life.” See I didn’t like the name Faith, but my wife was set on it and I reluctantly gave in and she couldn’t have picked a more perfect name! We ended up with people all over the country praying for her and it worked, you wouldn’t know by looking at her that there was anything wrong with her at all she is full of smiles and getting ready to start walking. So with all of the prayers you will be receiving I believe Bowen will be joining a band and asking Mom and Dad for tips on how to make it on the road before you even know it.
Apryl Griffith
September 10, 2010 at 12:34 pm
Congratulations! Praying for baby Bowen and your family. Thanks for taking the time to update us!
Pam
September 10, 2010 at 12:35 pm
I am not sure why these things happen to folks but what I am sure of is that God has a plan and one day I will understand. That has helped me through some tough times but none nearly as tough as what you face. I will keep you and all of your family in my heart and prayers.
Amanda
September 10, 2010 at 12:49 pm
Congratulations!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Bowen and your family will continue to be in our prayers. May god bless you and keep you all safe.
Mandy Allwein
September 10, 2010 at 12:58 pm
YAAAY BOWEN!!! Congratulations and I will continue to follow his story and pray for him. So thankful that he is here! And I’m sure you are too! :0)
Jo Ann
September 10, 2010 at 1:01 pm
Congrats!!! I heard your story on K-Love, I wanted to say I will be praying you and your lovely family. I love the pic of ya’ll minus Bowen, but he will be a lot of pics soon, I bet. Keep trusting him and believing his word!!!!
Jennifer
September 10, 2010 at 1:02 pm
Congratulations!!!!! I started my registered nursing career at Mott’s Children’s Hospital in Ann Arbor, Michigan 21 years ago working on the pediatric cardiology floor. You are in an awesome place!!!! Praying for God’s MIGHTY SOVEREIGN POWER to be displayed in Bowen’s life!!!!! “For I know the plans I have for Bowen’, declares the Lord, ‘plans to PROSPER Bowen and not to harm him, plans to give Bowen HOPE and a FUTURE!!!” Jeremiah29:11. Praying for you all!!
Lacy Jenkins
September 10, 2010 at 1:04 pm
God is good all the time, am praying all the way from Oklahoma….God bless you and your family.
Grace Mae
September 10, 2010 at 1:16 pm
Hi Matt and Sarah!
Welcome to the world Baby Bowen!
Praise God he is here. I am praying for you and have all my friends praying too.
To God Be the Glory Great Things He Hath Done.
Love you all, Grace Mae
Patrice Wyatt
September 10, 2010 at 1:20 pm
Praise the Lord for He is wonderful! I know Bowen and your family are first on your list of priorities right now and they need all your time, but please keep updating so we know how to pray!!!!
Hannah
September 10, 2010 at 1:23 pm
I am so happy for you all. God will give you the strength to get through the next few weeks as Bowen undergoes his surgery. I have a friend who’s daughter was born with HLHS just last year so your story really touches my heart. I will be praying for you during this journey!
Kim Phelps
September 10, 2010 at 1:25 pm
Congratulations! I’m so happy for your family! I will continue to pray for Bowen. Blessings and Love.
Cindy
September 10, 2010 at 1:43 pm
I am so thrilled for you all. Welcome to the world little Bowen. I will continue to pray for your family and God’s will. Congratulations to all of you. Now onto the rest of your journey.
Dee Joseph
September 10, 2010 at 1:46 pm
Our prayers are with you. Welcome baby Bowen, God Bless you little man.
Elizabeth McKenzie
September 10, 2010 at 1:52 pm
May God hold each of you close. May He provide the doctors with guidance and wisdom for Bowen’s care. Bowen is blessed to be born into a family with strong faith in the Lord! Lean on Him to carry you. Bowen will be in my prayers as well as the rest of the family. Love, hugs, and prayers.
C.O.L..E prayer team
http://www.colesfoundation.com
Theresa Leibold
September 10, 2010 at 1:53 pm
Such wonderful news!!! So glad Bowen Matthew is finally here!! You all are in my/our prayers! Reminds me so much of the birth of my son, Samuel, who also had Hypoplastic Left Heart! My husband and I also were able to hold him before he was taken away for tests. My family, along with Samuel, who is now soon to be 16, has been following your family and Bowen’s arrival! Although the condition of Samuel’s heart was not healthy enough to have the Norwood surgeries, he was given a new heart, 7 days after birth. He too is a true blessing and miracle from God! Keep trusting and placing Bowen in the hands of God and know he is in the best place ever!! Love and prayers will continue to cover you! ~Theresa
Deborah
September 10, 2010 at 1:53 pm
I am the grandmother of a child diagnosed with HLHS while in utero. Praise God she is now two years old living a very healthy, active life. She plays, sings, wrestles, runs and loves. I KNOW God heals. I BELIEVE and have witnessed His touch with my own eyes.
While anxiously waiting her arrival on the day she was born I read this verse in my quiet time – “My own hand laid the foundations of the earth, and my right hand spread out the heavens’, when I summon them, they all stand up together.” Isa 48:13. That is POWER. What did I have to fear when I believe in everything He said he was able to do? There is no greater power. Praise His name!!!!
Kristen
September 10, 2010 at 1:54 pm
Thank you Jesus! God is so faithful! Just wanting to add my congratulations to all the others. Will continue to keep you all in my prayers. Praying for extra strength and blessed rest for mom. Praying also for Bowen and all hands involved. God, please open your flood gates of blessing for this family and grant Matt your love, grace, wisdom and everything he needs as he leads his family through the days ahead. Amen.
Jill
September 10, 2010 at 1:54 pm
I will continue to pray for your beautiful baby boy and your whole family. God has lead me to your music and it has helped me so very much in the last 3 + months as I walk through things that I never imagined were possible. God is with you in this place and time. He is constantly hovering over every part of your life because He loves you so much. When I hear the wings of a hummingbird flitting about it reminds me of the hovering that God does for us in every circumstance.
Kim
September 10, 2010 at 1:55 pm
Welcome little Bowen, we are so glad you’re here!
Beth R.
September 10, 2010 at 1:59 pm
Congratulations! Welcome to the planet Bowen!
H
September 10, 2010 at 3:59 pm
Bowen ARROW
That would be an awesome name. Psalm 127:4
Laura Jean
September 10, 2010 at 4:01 pm
Praising God for the safe delivery of your precious baby boy! Isn’t God great? Thank you for sharing your story and you’re families journey with us! You two are amazing and such a great reflection of God’s love!
God bless your new family of 5!
Prayers and hugs from ND!
Laura Gardner
Liz Springsteen
September 10, 2010 at 4:14 pm
I’ve been praying for you both and your little girls and Bowen since my husband read about your page from Sanctus Real’s website. He loves the band, as do I, but I think he’s gone to a few of their concerts. I’m SO happy that Bowen’s HERE! God bless you all so very much! I’ll continue to pray for him always and please post pics soon so I can edit a pic and send it to you!!
Kim Gibson
September 10, 2010 at 4:23 pm
Praise God! Congratulations and we will continue to lift your family in prayer.
Bethany
September 10, 2010 at 4:42 pm
Congratulations! So excited for you guys and your new baby, we will continue to pray for your family!
The Houstons
Coppelia
September 10, 2010 at 5:03 pm
Praise God!! We have been asking Air 1 listeners to pray for Bowen and the entire Hammitt family and we’ll continue to do so for Bowen’s 100% recovery and health.
By the way, I loved Deborah’s comment! Thank you for sharing the heart of a godly grandma and setting an amazing example for the rest of us.
Cindy
September 10, 2010 at 5:29 pm
Congratulations and welcome to the world Bowen! Jer 29:11
God has given you a precious gift and with it He will give you the strength for everything you will face. Our prayers and love are with your whole family!
Renee Gonzalez
September 10, 2010 at 5:32 pm
Congratulations!! You don’t know me, but I heard of your story on KLove and have been praying for you!!! So happy that baby Bowen has finally arrived!! Best of luck with everything!!!
Joy Higginbotham
September 10, 2010 at 5:32 pm
My husband and I, as well as our whole family, and extended church family, will be praying for you all! I can’t wait to see a picture of that little boy! Congratulations, and God bless you all!
Melissa
September 10, 2010 at 5:34 pm
My prayers are being sent out for you and your family and little Bowen…I know the feeling of having a child with a chronic disease…God does prove his grace on these adorable children…mine is now 5 and still doing well…much love and many blessings:)
Stephanie
September 10, 2010 at 5:40 pm
I couldn’t help but notice the numbers. He’s definitely a blessing from Heaven! 7:59 pm, 7lbs and 7oz.. if i got the numbers right, that 777. I always seem to catch whats going on with the numbers. Congrats on the new baby!
Michelle Leach
September 10, 2010 at 5:48 pm
Congratulations! What a joyous event! Your family is in our prayers.
Donna
September 10, 2010 at 5:56 pm
Dear Matt and Sarah,
You and your family have been in my prayers for months. I know exactly how you’re both feeling as I was in your exact situation over 2 decades ago. Our God is a God of love, mercy and HOPE……praying you feel those truths each and every minute!
Molly
September 10, 2010 at 6:16 pm
Listening to The Way the World Turns…WHAT AN AWESOME GOD WE SERVE and that we can turn to Him, whatever our situation! Your family is an inspiration to me, personally and I know that God has a wonderful plan for Baby Bowen. So glad everything went well with the delivery…now, we await more news…continued prayers from California!!
Judy Walsh
September 10, 2010 at 6:20 pm
Congratulations!! I know how you are feeling right now. Almost 5 years ago I was in your place. My daughter Maggie Ann was born on Sept 30th 2005 with Hypoplastic Left Heart as well. I can only tell you that your child is so special. He will bring you more joy than you can ever imagine. It’s not an easy road, but one worth taking and God will get you through. You will be amazed at how special God has made your little Bowen with his tiny half heart.
My thoughts and prayers are with you. Please don’t hesitate to contact me if you ever need anything. Welcome to our “heart” family!
Hugs,
Judy Walsh proud mom of Abbi (HH) and Maggie HLHS
Laura Santo
September 10, 2010 at 6:35 pm
Praise God! Welcome, Bowen! Praying with you. Glad to hear you’re at the best hospital, too!
Didn’t realize you were so close. We’re up in the Thumb!
Wendy Starnes Taylor
September 10, 2010 at 8:32 pm
A true gift! Congratulations and prayers as one journey ends and another one is just beginning!
Tina Walp
September 10, 2010 at 8:45 pm
Congratulations on Bowen’s birth! I can imagine the roller coaster of emotions you are on now with the uncertainty of these coming months. You are in wonderful hands, first with our Creator & second the staff of UofM’s Congenital Heart Center, Dr. Bove & PCTU. They are fabulous doctors, nurses & people.
May God bless you all as you embarque on this journey in the world of CHD’s. May he give you strength to endure & peace in knowing that He is ultimately in control! Praying for you!
Dayna Gary
September 10, 2010 at 9:53 pm
Congratulations to you and your family on your new baby boy. We will continue to keep you all in our prayers and may GOD heal that precious little baby boys heart. Keep your faith strong in GOD and and he will take care of everything. May GOD bless your family and your baby Bowen.
Jennifer O'Keefe
September 10, 2010 at 10:44 pm
Congratulations to you and your family. I’m so glad that Bowen is here and you are able to touch…. hold…. kiss his every being. I know first hand what kind of trials your little guy will endure. I was born with what was considered a serious and rare heart defect back in 1966. My chances of survival were slim… God had other plans
and with God on our side we are fighters! I’m married 19 years and have 3 boys! God is a God of miracles. Your strength and your faith in our Awesome God is so inspiring. My family and i will be praying for little Bowen and for your precious family.
Julia Bowie
September 11, 2010 at 12:10 am
I am praying for complete healing of little Bowen’s heart, as well as strength and peace for you two and the girls. Your latest song Lead Me has done so much for me lately, I really want to thank you and lift you all up. God bless you all!
Laura Gilbert
September 11, 2010 at 2:56 am
Welcome to this world baby Bowen!!!! Though your start may be a bit bumpy, the Gilbert family is praying that you will be as strong as our HLHS son and one day do things that the doctors said you may not be able to do! Monday will be EXTREMELY hard for your family—you get to sleep and will have no memory of the seriousness of that day but know that Jesus is directing the hands of Dr. Bove and all the nurses and doctors that will be in the operating room! Prayers will get your family through the long wait in the wailting—and we look forward to the praise report that your family will post!! You have many heart buddies and someday you will have the chance to pray for another child that will be going through the same thing you have—–we have been there and know how each one of you feel! Praying for a sucessful Norwood procedure and a miraculous recovery!!!
The Gilberts, Waterford MIA
Dale, Laura, Austin, Allison, & Andrew (6 1/2 yr old HLHS miracle boy)
Leah Conroy
September 11, 2010 at 3:05 am
Almost 3 years ago, my son was born with HLHS and a very dangerous complication, an intact atrial septum. He has undergone 5 open heart surgeries, 6 heart caths, GI surgery, brain surgery, a thoracotomy and a tracheostomy, and 2 cardiac arrests, the latest which has left with with a very profound brain injury. When your son is more stable, please use your notoriety to advocate for congenital heart disease. Someone well known needs to speak out for our children and give them a voice! People need to know that our children suffer and that we need more research and funding. God bless!
zoe moore
September 11, 2010 at 3:18 am
Will be praying for little Bowen! My son recently did a project about the Norwood Procedure, a procedure that a Dr. in Massachuests develped for this condition. Praying for God’s divine healing for Bowen! And that God will wrap you all in his peace and rest!
Melody
September 14, 2010 at 5:11 pm
I have been praying for you as klove brought it up, but I had not been following closely. I went to the website and found that Bowen was born on my birthday. He was also born a year after I found out my son had died in my womb at 24 weeks. He was born that day and was named Matthew. I now feel a strange connection with you and your pain, and will pray ever more deeply and fervently. My matthew’s middle name is Asaia, which in hebrew means “God did it” seemed slightly humorous and true in our painful situation. perhaps it does for you as well
Kim Betts
September 15, 2010 at 9:46 am
I’m so happy for you and your family, I have just begun reading about your journey with Bowen. What a blessing you have been given. One of my best friends has a baby with Dilated Cardiomyopathy and he had his heart ‘fixed’ (transplant) on 9-9-09, so he just had his heart birthday when your Bowen was born!!! I will continue to pray for Bowen and your family and you will always be in my thoughts.
Cori Curtis
September 19, 2010 at 3:41 pm
What an awesome tesitomy your entire family will have to share one day with others. Little Bowen and I share the same birthday. As a matter of fact within hours of each other. I have two of my own little miracles. We were told we would never have children. Our daughter, we were told would have club foot and a hole in her heart. Her we are 5 years later and she is as perfect as anyone would want. God healed her. She was born without either. My faith was tested a lot over the 3 years we attempted to have any children, but because of that I can reach out to others facing similar situations. Thank you for sharing your wonderful story with all of us.
Drabeye
September 19, 2010 at 8:28 pm
Father,
We thank You for being our God and Lord. We thank You for Jesus Christ our Savior and Redeemer. And we thank You for the Holy Spirit who tells us what to do. We are beliving now for Your hand to be upon Bowen. In Jesus name heal him, and restore him to a full recovery. And Father, comfort Bowen’s mother and father and give them strength as they care for Bowen.
AMEN
Pam Schanz
August 3, 2011 at 9:24 am
I’ve heard a lot about Bowen through KLove and felt led to come to your webpage today. My daughter Mollie was born just days before Bowen- on September 3, 2010, and has CHD. I’m encouraged by all that I’ve read today. CHD is very difficult and yet so strengthening. Praise God for all that He’s done and doing in Bowen’s and Mollie’s lives.
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