Her Story

I guess I was spoiled having Eli 10 days early and then thinking the same thing would happen the second time around. Each day that went over that 10 day mark I grew more impatient. So when my Dr. offered to induce me on the 19th, her due date, I quickly said sure. Even if it meant going to the hospital at 3 AM. Then Monday night the hospital called to say they were really busy and that they would call me the next day when they had a room open for me. I was just a little upset, but what can you do. :) The next morning at about 7:30 they called to have us come in. I guess I was a little nervous about being induced, because I had heard stories and didn't know what to expect. Kaelub and I got checked in and they took me to my room around 9:00 am. They started the Pitosin and I got an epidural (so nice). And at 1:47 pm Ava was born! I was surprised at how fast she came because it took 18 hours for Eli to get here. My doctor, all the nurses, and staff were awesome. And Kaelub was a great supporter sitting next to me, feeding me ice chips, holding my hand, all that fun stuff. She is one week old today and I think we are all wrapped around her finger. Eli has been good around her. He likes to look at her and say baby, and he is always right there when we change her diaper. Here area few pics of her first week. (And one of Eli so he doesn't feel left out.)