Friday, November 4, 2011

Stella

I was scheduled to be induced 1 week before my due date....Oct 23. My kids had just started their 2 week fall break. We had plans. I wanted to do all these things with them before the baby came. On the 23rd.
On the 16th I started having contractions. (I don't normally start on my own) We timed them and they were about 3 minutes apart and lasting 30 seconds each. I called my doctor and she wanted me to come in and be monitored (blah) to see what was going on. Well, after 3 hours of being there I was dilated to a 1. So I went home. Monday morning (Oct.17) came and I had a doctor's appointment already scheduled. I was still having contractions and he said I was dilated to a 4 and to go home and get my stuff and come back to have the baby. what? ummmm.....what? I'm not ready. Daegan had a busy week at work because he was taking the first 3 days off of the next week when I was supposed to have the baby. So, I checked into the hospital at 11:45 and she was born at 3:18. My fastest delivery! It all worked out and I am grateful for all the help from friends!




Me and Miss getting ready to go home

Born Oct. 17th at 3:18 at Parker hospital in Parker, Colorado. 7lbs. 15oz.

her first bath. She slept through the entire thing!

And then there were 4.


Eli was 9lbs. 8oz. I was for sure thinking I would have one at least that size. I was pleasantly surprised that she was smaller! She did come 2 weeks early.



My good friend Melanie. She kept my kids overnight so Daegan could stay with me the first night. Thanks to everyone who helped out while I was in the hospital!! (Trisha, Sarah, Jazmine)


Getting used to 4 kids is hard! We are just loving her though. Now it's sore nipples and tired days. I wouldn't change a thing.

9 comments:

Unknown said...

she is just perfect and adorable! so glad everything went well for you :)

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Ashley said...

Stella is so cute! I am hating that I can't come and visit you. You look just fab for 4 kids...don't know how you do it! Love and miss you lots!

The Blandon's said...

Congrats! She is perfect and I bet just wonderful to have! You look amazing by the way!

Kiirstin said...

She is beautiful Amy! Congratulations. I wish we could come see her. Maybe soon we can get together. Hope you are getting sleep. Hang in there.

Amanda said...

She is gorgeous! Congratulations!!! I feel bad, I need to make a trip out sometime soon to meet her/visit with you! Glad you are adjusting...good luck with the sore nipples part...that's always fun.;) But true, wouldn't change a thing! :)
Grateful the delivery went well! I hope I'm as lucky and come early! xoxo

Amanda said...

PS....Love her NAME! So cute! :)

Miss Crys said...

Congratulations Amy! I can't believe how big and beautiful your family is! Four is definitely a challenge, but I am finally starting to LOVE it! I am, unfortunately, starting to see four as too little...uh-oh!

The Skinners said...

CONGRATS! I cant wait to get to Colorado and see her. Shes beautiful.