It’s a girl!

It’s a baby, a real live baby!  She was born at 3:08 or so, and is 7 lbs 1 oz at 20 inches.  She’s unbelievably beautiful!  I couldn’t believe how tiny her ears were, or how active she was.  Apparently that’s normal for people who undergo natural childbirth.  We’re all so proud of how Christi did.  She was strong, and brought this baby into the world with such grace.  Also, the coach said Sean was a very supportive and present partner.  It was a magical evening for all.

I went to venusgrupo.com and pulled up the baby’s birth chart so everyone could see.  Not that it meant much to anyone, but it’s still kinda cool.  I’m so happy we brought the camcorder.  We caught her cries outside the room, and showed everyone waiting to go inside.  Then inside we were able to get some great footage.  She was absolutely adorable.  She played with her tongue a lot, and yawned.  She tried to nurse a tad, but I don’t think she was hungry.  What’s amazing is that she bonded so well with both her parents already.  You could see the change in both of them.  Sean understands that we’re there for them now, and he shouldn’t ever feel bad about calling us for a little help at any point.  At this point, I have no concerns.  Of course, I’m still riding the baby high, but things are good right now.  Truly amazing.  I couldn’t be more proud of them.

Unfortunately, Carrie wants a baby so bad right now it’s making her a bit sad.  Thank god I don’t have sperm because we both might just try to make a baby tonight, and we’re not ready!  But damn if that wasn’t so amazing…whew.  It’s almost 5:30, and I know I’m exhausted, but I’m still so…  ok, I’m a complete blathering idiot… I don’t see how anyone can possibly feel anything but love right now.  I don’t know how I’ll be able to handle it when it’s mine… I may explode!

Ok, time to try to sleep.  So much to do today.  Carrie leaves tomorrow   But it’s ok, she’ll be taking care of Kali, and that’s a good thing.

The coming of the baby

I’ve never waited for a baby to come before.  It’s a wierd experience, especially in the middle of the morning.  I’m tired, but excited.  The waiting room is a mix of families, some waiting for the same baby, some waiting for another.  We get periodic updates by the centimeter, and occasionally here yells from down the hall.  It’s just…amazing really.  We’re so proud of Christi.  She hasn’t taken any drugs.  She’s staying strong, even in the final stages where there’s apparently no break in the pain.  I don’t know that I could do it myself, but she should be proud.

What’s also funny is that the ill feelings we had earlier about certain people and situations are fading away the closer the baby comes.  It’s like the energy keeps building and filling the area, or maybe it’s just me.  Either way, I feel myself shifting to a more positive and loving place.  This is so crazy, and it’s not my kid.  How much more intense will this be when it is my kid?  wow…I’m just so filled right now.  Even though I’m tired, I feel great.

I think I could write a million times that this is amazing and never express it fully.  I don’t really have words for this experience, yet here I am typing anyway!  lol  Wow…I’m so glad we’re here, and we’re staying until the baby comes.  After all, tomorrow (aka later today) has to be spent cleaning, packing Carrie’s things, and doing lesson prep and grading.

I think I’m starting to understand now.  This is such a big deal for the grandparents because they’ve already experienced this excitement with their children.  Wow…just wow.