Jan. 3rd, 2013--life got a little crazy around our house--I had a Dr. appointment and I had to do a non stress test since I have gestational diabetes--we have to do these tests twice a week to double check that baby is doing ok. My other tests had been fine, but my nurse and I could not get baby girl to cooperate at all on this Thursday--we had a good steady heartbeat, but in order to pass the test, the baby had to move so many times and nothing we did would wake her up--so we failed the test and had to go to the hospital to be evaluated. Layne had just gotten off work--I took Caden to him--Caden had been with me for the test--Layne then went and got Brynn and took them home and our wonderful neighbors came over and stayed with our kids so Layne could come be with me. The baby and I had to have a sono--which went great--we passed that test in 10 minutes, and then we had to be hooked up to monitors for about an hour and a half to make sure all was well. I also found out I was having contractions about every 8 minutes--Layne and I were about ready to check in and stay put, but the nurse and doctor on call dismissed us and gave us the ok that everything was fine and to see my Dr. again on Monday. So home we went--the contractions stopped and off to school I went on Friday--my blood pressure had gone back up as well--so I knew to take it easy on the weekend--we took down Christmas tree goodies, cleaned house, and I spent a lot of time on the couch!
Monday, went back to teach school and then headed in for a sono, non stress test, and Dr. appointment. All went well at the sono and non stress test, but my blood pressure was still pretty high and since I was at 38 weeks, Dr. Knox made the decision that it was time to have the baby the next day. In a way, a big relief--I was so tired of worrying about my blood pressure, which of course was not helping and I was having contractions again and dilated to a 3--so everything seemed to be a go for Jan. 8th!
After making many phone calls that night and getting things organized for the kids while we were at the hospital, we headed to bed--I was having some contractions again but thought they might stop after I laid down awhile--the answer to that was no---After waking up with contractions every hour, I woke Layne up around 3:30 and told him that I couldn't sleep and we may as well go in--so we made a quick call again to our awesome neighbors, who came to hang out with our kids til mom could get here around 5. Layne and I checked into the hospital around 4:15 that morning, filled out paper work and they got us all hooked up to be monitored, but the nurses were awesome and waited til 7:00 when Dr. Knox came on call so we could do the labor how we had planned. We had an amazing nurse, Sarah, who was so attentive and gave us great care, plus was in regular contact with the doctor, who had a surgery before coming to see me. Around 8:45--Knox got there to evaluate me and broke my water, we started the labor drugs, and I got an epidural at 9:30. Nurse Sarah sent Layne and Kristi down to eat lunch at 10:45--with strict orders to be back at 11:15--around 11:15, I was dilated to a seven, Knox was called, Kristi and Layne got back from lunch, Dr. Knox arrived around 11:35, and we had baby girl at 11:47. Everyone was well and healthy! Our older kids had gotten delivered to school and daycare, mom and dad made it to the hospital, and Kristi and Layne were with us in the delivery room to watch the little miracle!
And here she is in all her glory--Lakyn Marie Parry
Born at 11:47 am
Weight: 6 lbs, 14 oz.
20 inches long!
Dr. Knox has done the famous clock picture with all three of our kids--love it!
Meeting Mommy--all I can say is WOW!
Big smiles and checking her out!
Proud Daddy--and Lakyn is already tired!
Kristi was in the delivery room when we had Caden, missed Brynn's by about 10 minutes, and was there bright and early to welcome Lakyn with us as well--makes this mommy happy--Layne video taped and Kristi took pictures! Layne also let Kristi cut the cord--she eats up this stuff! Big thank you as well to Uncle Caleb for hanging out in Salina for the day and being part of all the fun!
Meeting Grandma and Grandpa in Ellsworth!
Happy Momma---time to eat--my tradition--cheeseburger and a Pepsi--CHEERS!
Nurse Lisa got to clean Lakyn up and make sure she was healthy!
She had to have a little oxygen at the beginning to get a little color in her, but then she was great!
Grandma Parry's turn.
Wash hair and bath time--she loved having her hair washed!
Grandpa Parry's turn!
Finally time to meet Big Brother Caden--5 & 1/2
Brynn--big Sister--3 & 1/2--so fun to watch their joy and excitement!
The kids held Lakyn, watched Nurse Sarah check her vitals, opened their big brother/sister presents--2 new movies and I had used Shutterfly to make them their own baby book of their first month when they were babies--it was a big hit.
The kids held Lakyn, watched Nurse Sarah check her vitals, opened their big brother/sister presents--2 new movies and I had used Shutterfly to make them their own baby book of their first month when they were babies--it was a big hit.
Then it was off to icecream with the Parry's so Mommy could feed Lakyn--only to find out about 5 minutes after they had left that the kids could not come back up to see Lakyn or I due to the bad flu season. That was a bummer, but I totally understood!
So glad they got to see us for a bit!
So glad they got to see us for a bit!
Nurse Sarah showing Caden and Brynn how to take care of Lakyn! They were very interested!
What an amazing day!
Sending Praises to God for our healthy family and counting our blessings!
I know there will be some ups and downs, but when you experience the miracle of delivering a baby that is healthy and beautiful, your heart just is full of love!
Welcome Lakyn Marie to our family--you are beautiful and a true blessing!
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