Tuesday, May 3, 2011

38 Week Update

On Saturday afternoon, I started writing my 38 week update post.  We had just gotten home from the beach where these belly shots were taken…

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Little did I know that these would be my last belly shots before Taylor was born!!

All that day, I had been craving Thai for dinner and I planned to order it extra hot in hopes the the old wise tale was true; that spicy food would put me into labor.  At dinner, I started having contractions, and they were getting more and more intense.  I started timing them and realized that they were coming every 3 – 7 minutes.  After about 2 hours of that, I decided it was time to call the doctor!  I had a feeling that this was much different than the ‘pre labor' contractions that I had been experiencing. 

1 Here was the proud Daddy-to-be at the beach that day.  We joke about how he’s going to be such a baby hog.  Taylor is definitely going to be a Daddy’s Girl with such a hands on Dad in her life.  I’m lucky to have him!

Once we got to triage, they confirmed that I was in labor and had was 3cm dilated.  I was admitted and received my epidural shortly after.  The epidural was nice, it did it’s job, but it also made me feel really itchy and made me a little nauseous.   They ended up turning the epidural dosage down a little so I felt better.  My favorite OB came in on her day off just to deliver me. When she arrived, she broke my water.  Within a couple hours, I had progressed enough to start pushing.  I felt some pressure, so I knew it was time.  The nurse and Josh helped me with my initial pushes.  I pushed for 10 minutes and then the nurse had to stop me because things were progressing so quickly.  It would have been a bummer for my doctor to miss the delivery since she came in just for me and all!  My doctor got to the room just in time to complete the delivery.  I gave it my all and pushed for another 10 minutes and then Taylor was in my arms!

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I am still in disbelief that she is really MINE.  It’s surreal, and I cry over the thought of it all the time.  She’s absolutely perfect and we couldn’t be happier.  Tomorrow (well, I guess it’s today now!) is my birthday and she’s the best present I could ever ask for!

DSC06062We are home from the hospital now and just getting settled in.  I will post much more after I get some sleep and when I can think straight.  Good Night!

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39 comments:

  1. TracyMay 3, 2011 at 12:13 AM

    Congratulations to all three of you. Enjoy every moment.

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  2. BethanyMay 3, 2011 at 12:14 AM

    congratulations! she is so beautiful!

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  3. DevonMay 3, 2011 at 12:31 AM

    she is gorgeous!!! so beautiful!

    i am so happy for you and josh! you two have waited so long for this moment and i am beyond thrilled for you both!!

    and that taylor has 4 amazing siblings watching over her!

    happy birthday!

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  4. ErikaMay 3, 2011 at 12:48 AM

    oh my gosh! she is just perfect!!!!! i know her three big sisters and her big brother are beaming from ear to ear, so proud of their baby sister!

    happy birthday!!! what an amazing birthday present she is! today is also my dad's birthday!!!! :-)

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  5. StacieMay 3, 2011 at 1:55 AM

    Congratulations! I am so happy for you all!

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  6. ~Rae~May 3, 2011 at 3:04 AM

    Congratulations! She is beautiful!

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  7. michelle hsMay 3, 2011 at 4:56 AM

    congratulations! she is a beautiful girl!

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  8. erin.May 3, 2011 at 6:38 AM

    Welcome to the world Greenie Baby!! She is absolutely perfect!! And Happy Birthday Lauren!! What a great gift!

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  9. MichelleMay 3, 2011 at 7:43 AM

    Congratulations!!! Taylor is so adorable!!! Happy Birthday!!!

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  10. Hannah HoffmannMay 3, 2011 at 8:13 AM

    I'm sitting here at my computer crying over the tiny diaper! Oh, how sweet these first days are! She is absolutely beautiful, Lauren. I'm thrilled for ya'll. Love to you both!

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  11. TaraMay 3, 2011 at 8:22 AM

    Simply gorgeous! So happy for all of you! Enjoy!!

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  12. TonyaMay 3, 2011 at 8:29 AM

    She is absolutely beautiful! So happy for y'all! These early days are hard and tiring but they pass so quickly. Try to soak in all the newborn love you can. Can't wait to hear more! Love and (((HUGS)))!

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  13. StephanieMay 3, 2011 at 9:10 AM

    I love that you got a beach day in before she arrived! It sounds like it was a beautiful day to start labor! I hope you're getting lots of lovin' in and lots of rest!

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  14. m&msmommyMay 3, 2011 at 9:11 AM

    I truly could not be more happy for you and Josh! :) She is BEAUTIFUL!!

    What an awesome birthday present! Happy Birthday!!!! :)

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  15. The Early familyMay 3, 2011 at 9:11 AM

    Lauren
    I am so excstatic for you! She is every bit as gorgeous as you are! Congratulations and let me know when you are ready to train for a 5K together :).
    Hugs
    Clare (from Meadow Pointe)
    xxx

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  16. LindsayMay 3, 2011 at 9:16 AM

    Taylor is beautiful! Good job Mommy, hope you're getting some rest, and Happy Birthday!!

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  17. LynsieMay 3, 2011 at 9:28 AM

    Lauren, she is beautiful...just perfect! Happy Birthday!!!

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  18. Hastings FamilyMay 3, 2011 at 9:28 AM

    She is soooooooo adorable! Congratulations on having her here!! :)

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  19. JillMay 3, 2011 at 9:47 AM

    Congrats again Lauren!!! So neat that you guys happened to be at the beach and then ended up going into labor, Luckily you guys were at home tho!

    Oh she is just gorgeous! You did so well and seems like you had a very quick labor!

    I remember, after getting home and all settled in, I was so anxious to write a blog about my little sweetheart being home and me having her but I was just so beyond tired and had to get settled and what not.

    Definitely get some rest and spend it with your little girlie. These days and weeks are tough, I won't lie, but, like I was always told, it goes by in the blink of an eye. So enjoy it , every minute, she is just beautiful.

    CONGRATS again and what an awesome BIRTHDAY and early mothers day gift! Happy Birthday Lauren !! YOU DID IT!!!!!!

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  20. andreagwMay 3, 2011 at 9:51 AM

    Congrats!! She is perfect!! Happy birthday! I bet this is you bet one yet:)

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  21. JulieMay 3, 2011 at 11:21 AM

    Taylor is absolutely beautiful! I am so happy for all of you! Enjoy this special time - such a miracle!

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  22. AnonymousMay 3, 2011 at 11:28 AM

    Congratulations! I am so happy for your family!I have been reading your blog for several years and I have shed many a tear for you... to day is the first time they were happy tears! Enjoy your sweet baby. She has some special angels looking out for her!

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  23. The Buckley FamilyMay 3, 2011 at 12:03 PM

    Congratulations Lauren and Josh! I am so happy for you! What an awesome birthday present and what a memorable Mother's Day this will be!!

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  24. *Laura AngelMay 3, 2011 at 1:13 PM

    how fantastic!!! :) congrats!

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  25. PernoMay 3, 2011 at 1:34 PM

    Haha, "old wise tale" you're the best LoLo! Can't wait to see my little "niece" again VERY soon!!! She is so so so so so so so so so so so so so cute!

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  26. MelanieMay 3, 2011 at 4:36 PM

    It's amazing what a miracle a baby is and even more so for you & Josh! I have to chuckle, because Mike & I did some belly shots of me at the beach right a couple days before Maddy was born & again a couple days before Mikayla was born. Maybe the sea air has something to do with it too! BTW, where is that beach you were at, it looks pretty!

    Anyway, I am so happy for you & Josh, enjoy your precious baby girl, your birthday and Mother's Day this weekend! I know it's been a sad day for you in the past but this Sunday you'll have so much to be thankful for. Taylor is such a lucky girl. She is surrounded by so much love & support already and she has 4 angels in heaven to protect her. Congratulations again!

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  27. jagMay 3, 2011 at 4:44 PM

    Best Green post EVER! I have been waiting and waiting for this one, and it has absolutely made my day, week, month, and year! Lots of love and so many prayers of thanks for Taylor!

    Love,
    Jenna

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  28. DeniMay 3, 2011 at 7:00 PM

    She is beautiful and I'm praying for your labor experience!! :) Congrats and enjoy every minute! I'm loving that she had a bow on her little cap in the hospital! :)

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  29. DonnaMay 3, 2011 at 8:00 PM

    So beautiful,...so happy for you!!

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  30. JenMay 4, 2011 at 12:16 AM

    Congratulations! She is absolutely beautiful. God has truly blessed your family. I've been following your blog for about a year and you have been in my prayers through out.

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  31. AnonymousMay 4, 2011 at 4:06 PM

    Congratulations!!! She is absolutely perfect and I know you will be awesome parents : )

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  32. JillMay 4, 2011 at 5:39 PM

    She is beautiful. Congratulations!

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  33. eidegangMay 4, 2011 at 7:24 PM

    Congratulations!! She's a beauty like her mama! And happy birthday, God bless
    KE

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  34. EmilyMay 4, 2011 at 9:08 PM

    Congrats Lauren and Josh!! She is just beatful and perfect!!

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  35. KaylaMay 5, 2011 at 11:49 AM

    Congratulations...she's absolutely beautiful!

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  36. AnonymousMay 5, 2011 at 11:04 PM

    A huge congratulations!!

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  37. DMay 6, 2011 at 11:19 PM

    I've been out of town and missed the BIG announcement. Congratulations! She's gorgeous. By the way, what brand are your sunglasses? They are fabulous!

    Dawn

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  38. AllisonMay 7, 2011 at 8:28 AM

    I can't believe Taylor is here either, it's still so surreal! It was great to see you both yesterday & I cannot wait to spend more time with the precious lil gal!

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  39. Mitzi G.May 24, 2011 at 11:58 AM

    Congrats; I am so happy for you guys & she is just precious!

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