Megan Jane Photography

Two

I used to keep a blog for my daughter when she was first born (it is still up, but I rarely post to it). We went through a lot initially, and I probably have hinted at it here and there.

To make a very long and emotional story short, Lila spent a month in the NICU after she was born not breathing (official diagnosis: hypoxic ischemic encephalopathy). She was a great candidate for the Hypothermia Protocol at Children’s in Boston, thankfully, and did amazingly on it. She saw Early Intervention until this past November, she still sees a cardiologist annually, and is likely having surgery to close a valve in her heart this year.

(Side note: I fully believe that Lila wouldn’t be where she is today without Children’s. They are AMAZING there. I can’t even begin to describe how i feel about her nurses and doctors. They saved her life. Repeatedly. And I will NEVER forget that.)

The reason I mention all of this, is that she turns two today. And if you were to see her now (and many of you do), you would never know the trauma she experienced during and immediately after her birth. Her strength and perseverance are inspiring to me, every day. She is running around like a maniac. She loves Mickey Mouse, her friends, and the Glee version of “Forget You”. She’s not a fan of potatoes (even mashed! huh?!), sleeping with covers, or quiet time. She’s perfected the toddler pout, telling me “I do MYSELF!”.  And then in the next sentence says “sit next to me, mama”, and my heart explodes. She thinks time-out is hilarious, and HAS to push the shopping cart. She is determined, strong, stubborn, loving, gentle, and heart-breakingly perfect.

I wanted to share just a few photos, to show her (someday!) how far she’s come.

(Her first day home. Ignore my 3 year old editing!)

(One. And crazy!)(18 months)

(almost 2!)

(Posing for her birthday invitations.)

Happy Birthday, Peanut. Love, love, LOVE you.

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  1. Lots and lots and lots of love Megs! I remember those early days. I followed her blog and I prayed non stop for you all. I cannot wait to meet this little girl one day. She is so cute and spirited and I love to see her photos, videos and to hear the things she says. Enjoy her special day. You’re an amazing mama <3

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  4. I remember reading the blog and hoping for a the greatest outcome of all…and you got it. She is a wonderful little miss. *insert big puffy heart here*
    And only you would think to color-coordinate her birthday balloons with her outfit! LOL I adore your style, Megs.

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  5. I remember when Lila was born. I remember how difficult a time it was. I read the blog every day. It was great to be able to read it and see the progress she was making. She is just adorable. Seriously. We need to meet! We live so close. Love the birthday pics. Happy Birthday Lila! 🙂

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  11. I soo remember following her journey (on CM’s)!! What a wonderful miracle and blessing she is!! Happy Happy Birthday Lila!!!! =)

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  12. Megan, I’m in tears. What a blessing that you’ve all come through such a dark and difficult time and out into the light of a happy, vibrant 2 year old. Wishing you all a wonderful celebration of this sweet, sweet little girl <3

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  15. Happy, happy day to sweet Lila…and to her amazing mommy!! What a journey you all have been on…and what a wonderful gift you have to show for it all. Love and hugs to you, Meg!

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  16. Happy Birthday, Lila! I remember following your blog and wishing that there was something I could do. I contemplated leaving a meal at your door step but remember thinking that there was probably a good chance you’d throw it in the trash since we didn’t actually know each other back then. <3

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