Some of you may have received these prayer requests. If not we’d welcome your prayers. Thank you for your prayers.
Baby Wong #3
- Born with no birth defects and has no developmental delays
- Learns to breastfeed quickly without causing Yvonne any tenderness or pain
- Feeds well and sleeps well. Sleeps through the night at an early age.
- Not colicky
- Easy temperament
- Likes the car seat, swing, crib, etc.
- No illnesses for at least the first 4 months
- No eczema and no nasal or food allergies
- Closeness to big brother and sister, Caleb & Caris
Caleb
- Adjustment to family life (less attention, noise, etc) with Baby Wong #3 and Caris
- No regression in behavior/discipline, potty training, etc.
- To be Illness-free for at least 4 months after Baby Wong #3 is born
- Continued success with “growing out of†food allergies (to dairy and egg). Pray for relief of nut allergy.
Caris
- Adjustment to family life (less attention, noise, etc) with Baby Wong #3 and Caleb
- Gentleness with Baby Wong #3
- Potty training – For Chris & Yvonne to recognize when Caris is ready and for the process to be learned smoothly with minimal frustrations
- For when she moves to a big girl’s bed. Discernment for Chris & Yvonne to know when/how to make the move.
- To be Illness-free for at least 4 months after Baby Wong #3 is born
Chris
- Able to care for Yvonne – Sensitivity to her needs. Healthy, God-glorifying marital relationship.
- Manage time well with family, work, studying and church responsibilities
- Good health – Time for exercise, healthy food choices. No gout, high blood pressure, or elevated cholesterol.
- No physical effects from sleep deprivation
- Spiritual discipline
- Fatherhood – Good intuition when caring for Caleb, Caris & Baby Wong #3 and wisdom to intentionally parent each child according to their God-given personality/strengths
- Discernment for future – leading family into overseas ministry.
Yvonne
- Normal platelet count and stable thyroid levels through the remainder of pregnancy and postpartum
- Complete return of normal thyroid function after pregnancy.
- Easy labor without complications – not just quick, but controlled & calm
- No tearing and minimal bleeding during delivery; No postpartum hemorrhage (excessive bleeding)
- Normal blood pressure during labor and following delivery – No fainting!
- Quick physical, emotional, & spiritual postpartum recovery without postpartum depression
- Wisdom and love as a wife & mom caring for 3 children
- Time for self-care, including the ability to sleep and nap well
- Amazing time management with school work at Fuller & ministry responsibilities.