Tuesday, March 10, 2009

Avery's Arrival...she came at 2:10 pm

She came quick, after not much pushing by Leah. She wanted the epidural and the nurse said, "There's no time" and wisked us off to the delivery room. Avery did let out a "beller" scream of a cry, so in our eyes that was a good sign. She was kina mauve/ maroon as we expected, but she looked beautiful and Mom and Dad get to go see her in a few minutes in the Newborn ICU. I got some cute pics coming soon. Leah's now on pain meds, she did the whole thing naturally. She was a real trooper. Now we've just gotta worry about baby.....We'll get back shortly I'm sure.

18 comments:

  1. Yay! She's here! Good work Leah! You are the woman! Anyone who can go natural is amazing in my eyes! Good Luck Avery with the doc's! Hang in there Steve! Hopefully you get some good news soon!

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  2. Way to go Leah! Yay, I am so excited. Thanks for the update and keep them coming. Love you guys.

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  3. Leah,you are amazing! Steve, your not so bad yourself!! Hang in there Avery, there are so many people that love you and are praying for you. Donielle

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  4. I knew that you could do it naturally! You tough woman! I know that Avery is so happy to finally meet you. I wish I could be there to share the moment with you...take care of each other. I am so excited to see the pictures...

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  5. So Leah, you had to go natural after all! I am so glad she decided to come quickly... I was worried after the last post! Can't wait to see pictures!

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  6. Way to go...all of you! Hope this is just the beginning of more happy posts! Can't wait to see pictures.

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  7. I am praying for your precious baby girl.

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  8. Just like her brothers.. yelling and screaming already. I told the little boys and they wanted to know when she was coming home and when mommy was coming home; they are just so precious.

    I knew you had it in you Leah; you are a strong, faith filled woman, I am beyond proud of you... We will all continue to pray; there are so many people you don't know that are praying for you and Avery. God Bless you both..I love you
    Mom xoxoxoxoxo

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  9. I am so glad that she is here. Good luck in the up coming weeks. Hopefully I can come and visit in the next couple of weeks.
    Heart hugs,
    Melissa Andrew - IHH

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  10. Baby Avery, your East Coast family is praying for you harder than ever. We haven't met you, but we already love you!
    Love, Uncle Kirk, Aunt Julie, Miles, and Landon

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  11. Hurray! Good work Leah, and welcome Avery. Can't wait to meet her. I'm glad she got to go to the NICU first. It's so much quieter up there. I hope everything is going well and will be checking back often for updates.

    Aimee

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  12. Congratulations! Leah you are amazing! I can't wait to see pictures- I'm sure she is so beautiful! Much love and prayers in the days to come. NiCole P.

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  13. Hallows Family,
    Congrats on Avery's arrival !!! You guys are an awesome example to us,your faith and strength are amazing. Just know you are in our hearts and prayers. Also, thanks for keeping us updated.
    Love the Bigelow Family

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  14. Congratulations! We hope everything is going well, and can't wait to see her pictures!

    Thoughts & Prayers,
    Mike & Family
    IHH-VP

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  15. My family was so excited to hear that little Avery Ann has arrived! I am sure she is quite the little princess. Ellie wants to know when she can see her :-) Leah I am so glad that you finally have some good drugs, sorry...none for you Steve. Let us know if there is anything we can do for you, for now we will continue to pray and look forward to seeing those pics!! Love you guys!

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  16. Congrats, Leah for hanging in there. So glad little Avery is here and will be anxious to hear more. Steve, you hang in there too. We're thinking and praying for you:) Our love to your little family, Bill and Carolan

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  17. You are very inspiring, Leah, in every way. Natural??? I can't wait to see your beautiful little girl. I'm sure she's just as spunky as you. Thanks for keeping us all posted. You're in our prayers, Lezli

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  18. Hi I found your blog thru my sis in law Mindi My baby girls birthday is today March 10th as well so I think it is a great day! Congrats on your little princess. Thanks for sharing your story with us. Thanks for bringing hope in what can be a scary time. Happy Birthday Avery Angel..

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