On Wednesday 5/22 after my weekly team's staff call, I received a call from Trinh. She informed me of the pain she was experiencing and that she's headed to the hospital on her own. I dropped everything and made my way there. Her contractions were steady and at times painful. After a few hours of being monitored, the Dr. released her since the contraction resided and she was only 1.5cm dialated.
In about a half an hour from leaving the hospital, we were on our way back. The pain was excruciating to the point where Trinh could not walk. She was then admitted and was going into labor! Di Nga heard of the news and made her way to LA all the way from OC. I don't think I would have been able to focus if she was not there. We greatly appreciated her support. Thank you, Di Nga.
After a few hours of hanging around in the labor room, things quickly changed within minutes. A couple of doctors and a handful of nurses all of sudden rushed into the room. Camden's (Anh Minh) heart rate was extremely low and the alarm was activated. Trinh was quickly rushed into the OR before answers were given. From that point on, everything was a blur.
Within minutes, Camden (Anh Minh) arrived into this world. I was excited to hear him cry yet the concern for Trinh overcame the joy. She was put to sleep during the entire procedure and was unable to see her first born. Camden (Anh Minh) was quickly rush into the NICU (neonatal intensive care unit). They did not get the opportunity to bond immediately as we imagined. It was tough, but luckily both mother and son pulled through.
The following day, Di Nga and Jonathan came to visit. It definitely put a smile on Trinh's face. You can say they help eased her pain and ordeal. Camden (Anh Minh) also received his first stuffed animal as well as flowers for Trinh. I cannot thank you guys enough. I didn't get a chance to take photos of Chu Long, Phuong, & Kim when they came. Thanks for making the visit.
The following day Trinh felt much better and gained enough strength to visit Camden (Anh Minh). Once within her arms, he opened his eyes. I guess he recognized his mom's voice.
Thank you to all of our Family and Friends who reached out to us. We cannot thank you guys enough. From phone calls to texts, offers to help in any way, care packages sent overnight, shipment of preemie clothings, and messages of comfort. Life is great to know we have such caring people in our lives.
