Otto James Meyer
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Meet Otto James Meyer!
Here's the "short" version of Otto's story:
At 28 weeks pregnant, Amy went in for a routine OB appointment. During the appointment, it was found that baby Meyer's heart rate was struggling with maintaining a normal, healthy rhythm, and his heart rate was steadily declining. After just a couple minutes of monitoring, it was decided "This baby is going to have an early birthday!" An emergency c-section was performed and Otto James Meyer entered the world at 10:18 AM on Thursday, November 7, 2019, at 28 weeks gestation, weighing 2 lbs, 10 oz. Praise God that Amy happened to have that appointment that day and that her doctor took quick action. Just 50 minutes separated appointment check in and Otto's dramatic entrance!
Otto was transported to the NICU at the University of Minnesota Children's Hospital. He continues to make positive strides and the healthcare team is confident he's moving in the right direction, however he'll likely remain in the NICU for several more weeks, taking us through the holidays and into the new year. Amy is also recovering well from the c-section surgery, and Cody is THE most supportive husband and father! They're visiting daily and providing Otto with as many snuggles as the nurses will allow, all while also being rock star parents to their 1.5 year old daughter, Ivy.
They're fortunate to have good health insurance, however, weeks in the NICU will lead to sky high medical bills, and they'll have 2 years' worth of deductibles & out-of-pocket maximums to meet. Amy will be off work for an extended maternity leave, with an unknown duration. Cody's job has been wonderful, allowing him the flexibility to work whenever he's able. Fortunately, they live just a short distance from the hospital, but all of the daily parking passes, gas, meals, etc. will add up.
With all of these expenses mounting, Amy & Cody are now willing to accept even the smallest tokens that might help make their days a little easier. If you'd rather donate directly to them versus going through GoFundMe, let us know and we can get you mailing address if you want to send a check. Otherwise, Venmo: @Cody-Meyer-6 or @amylormey
Amy, Cody, and the entire Pederson/Meyer family are most appreciative of all of the prayers and well wishes! We can't wait to get Otto outta the NICU! :)
With love,
Otto's Aunts & Uncles
Megan Meyer, Ryan & Sarah Flatten, Andrew & Jenna Pederson
Here's the "short" version of Otto's story:
At 28 weeks pregnant, Amy went in for a routine OB appointment. During the appointment, it was found that baby Meyer's heart rate was struggling with maintaining a normal, healthy rhythm, and his heart rate was steadily declining. After just a couple minutes of monitoring, it was decided "This baby is going to have an early birthday!" An emergency c-section was performed and Otto James Meyer entered the world at 10:18 AM on Thursday, November 7, 2019, at 28 weeks gestation, weighing 2 lbs, 10 oz. Praise God that Amy happened to have that appointment that day and that her doctor took quick action. Just 50 minutes separated appointment check in and Otto's dramatic entrance!
Otto was transported to the NICU at the University of Minnesota Children's Hospital. He continues to make positive strides and the healthcare team is confident he's moving in the right direction, however he'll likely remain in the NICU for several more weeks, taking us through the holidays and into the new year. Amy is also recovering well from the c-section surgery, and Cody is THE most supportive husband and father! They're visiting daily and providing Otto with as many snuggles as the nurses will allow, all while also being rock star parents to their 1.5 year old daughter, Ivy.
They're fortunate to have good health insurance, however, weeks in the NICU will lead to sky high medical bills, and they'll have 2 years' worth of deductibles & out-of-pocket maximums to meet. Amy will be off work for an extended maternity leave, with an unknown duration. Cody's job has been wonderful, allowing him the flexibility to work whenever he's able. Fortunately, they live just a short distance from the hospital, but all of the daily parking passes, gas, meals, etc. will add up.
With all of these expenses mounting, Amy & Cody are now willing to accept even the smallest tokens that might help make their days a little easier. If you'd rather donate directly to them versus going through GoFundMe, let us know and we can get you mailing address if you want to send a check. Otherwise, Venmo: @Cody-Meyer-6 or @amylormey
Amy, Cody, and the entire Pederson/Meyer family are most appreciative of all of the prayers and well wishes! We can't wait to get Otto outta the NICU! :)
With love,
Otto's Aunts & Uncles
Megan Meyer, Ryan & Sarah Flatten, Andrew & Jenna Pederson
Organizer and beneficiary
Jenna Pederson
Organizer
Preston, MN
Amy Meyer
Beneficiary