On April 6th, 2012, our handsome little Tyler was born.  Our excitement quickly turned to panic when we realized he was not breathing and had no color.  He was immediately transferred to Children's-Minneapolis, placed on a respirator, received  blood transfusions, and was placed in body cooling to prevent brain damage. 

Nothing could have prepared us for the first time we saw him hooked up to all the medical equipment. But, the staff was great at explaining what everything was and how it was helping our little man.  They were not able to tell us what Tyler's outcome would be, but assured us that body cooling was the best way to prevent brain damage and give him the best shot at a "normal" life.
Tyler is now 3 years old and is thriving!  He is a happy and outgoing child who brightens every room. He is smart, sweet, funny and very active.  None of this could have been possible without the team at Children's and the answered prayers of our supportive family and friends.  

In January, 2014, our dear friends' twins decided to make a very early arrival.  Brody and Kylie were born at 33 weeks and 1 day. They spent 25 days getting bigger and stronger at Children's-St. Paul. They are now healthy and happy toddlers, thanks to the amazing care they received!
This will be Team Tyler's 3rd year walking in the Baby Steps 3K walk for Children's Hospitals and Clinics of Minnesota.  The money we raise goes to support the Children's NICU program; a program that gave Tyler, Brody, Kylie, our families and friends the most precious gifts!

We'd love for you to walk with us on May 30th, and greatly appreciate your donations!