You arrive!

I have to say you really gave us a run for the money upon your arrival! You were two weeks late and probably would have hung out longer if we let you. We went into the Birth Center on Oct 16th and they broke my water (after a few failed caster oil attempts, ugh) 24hrs later, you came to us. My labor was long (19 hrs) but our birth team was phenomenal and we took it one step at a time. We had our music mix playing the whole time and candles burning to set the calm vibe for you. Those present were your Dad, Doula Tonya Gervacio, Midwife Tonya Iverson and her assistant Tara. When it was time for you to make your entrance we moved to the birthing tub, something I had really been looking forward to my whole pregnancy! I pushed very hard with your Daddy behind me encouraging me all the way. It was a monumental moment! When you came out I lifted you onto my chest and hugged you close. Without going into all the detail, your cord was depressed on your shoulder and you needed assistance to begin breathing which began a terrifying string of events. A two week hospital stay and many tests proved that you had weathered the storm beautifully and you were able to come home with a clean bill of health! Your Grandy and Auntie Alexa stayed with us the whole time taking care of our every need. You came home on Oct 30th. What a surreal moment that was to walk into our house with you in tow. The silence was appreciated beyond belief. A new chapter had begun, we were stronger than ever as a family, scared to death, and delighted at what was to come :)