The Stork Has Landed!

Baby Ella made her arrival Friday around 7:10pm. She weighed 6lbs 10oz, was 17 1/4" long and had dirty blonde hair (for now at least). She is small but precious.

Thus far she has been the exact opposite of Drew as a newborn. Drew cried often, slept little and didn't latch until he was 6 weeks old. Ella latched and began breastfeeding within the first hour after being born, has taken at least one 5 hour nap and doesn't cry unless she is hungry.

We were a little apprehensive as to how Drew would react to Ella. We worried for naught: they are buddies and Drew is very gentle with Ella.

We made it home today (Sunday) around noon. Ella got dressed up for the occasion. She is quite the snazzy dresser!

Thus far the experience has been about perfect. Ella is eating well, sleeping well, having fun with Drew and generally just enjoying being part of our family.

An important side note: Karen gave birth without any pain medication or an epidural! It was intense (to say the least) but went very quickly. Karen only had to push twice and out popped Ella.

We will update later with more pics and info. For now we're going to bed for the first time with Ella in her new home.

David

Almost Time:)

Well, we are almost at the time for Ella Elizabeth to make her arrival. We were 37 weeks yesterday. So, we are officially considered full-term. Granted, we want her to stay safe & snug for as long as possible.

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We can hardly wait!! I've been working like mad to get my projects in decent shape before I go on leave.

Funny story: I woke up at 3am with a huge leg cramp.....I couldn't get it to stop & I had to wake up David to help me. I was crying because it lasted for 10 minutes (& my leg is still sore this morning).......David thought I was in labor. I think he was a little disappointed that we weren't grabbing suitcases & heading the to the hospital (that would have at least been worth his interrupted sleep