First, let me say how unbelievably grateful I am that you have been with us now for 1 month, 1 week, and 4 days! There are still some days that I can't believe you're ours and that we finally have you as a part of our family. You are such an incredibly loved little boy and I hope that there is never a day in your life that you doubt just how much your family loves and adores you.
There are so many things that happen each day that I want to remember forever! I never want to forget a single milestone that you achieve. I think this is a good place to document them. A place where your loved ones can come to read about them, as well as a place where you too, when you're older, will be able to read all about your life growing up.
Since I wasn't able to get this started prior to welcoming you to the world, I will have to back track some and fill you in on that blissful day you arrived and what has happened since!
On January 6, 2013 at 10:16 am, we welcomed all 8lbs 1oz and 22" of you to our world! You were born healthy, happy, and just perfect! I think you looked exactly like your dad! You have his chin, lips, and beautiful blue eyes!
I went into labor naturally late Saturday night and around 6:00 Sunday morning we decided it was time to go to the hospital. Since you were being born in Topeka, an hour away from Burlington, we didn't want to wait too long to leave. By the time we left the house, my contractions were coming every 3-4 minutes. You were eager to get here!
When we arrived at the hospital, they started monitoring you and everything was great. My blood pressure was registering high, and had been since my appointment a few days earlier. After a few hours, it was recommended that we do a c-section since my blood pressure wasn't going down and they were concerned about you becoming stressed. Also, you were measuring 8lb 9oz at our appt on Friday so we were all expecting you to be a big baby!
Your dad and I talked and decided we didn't want to take any risks and wanted you here safely. So we consented to the c-section. It all happened so fast that your Grandma, Papa, and Grace hadn't even made it to the hospital yet! Your dad hurried up and got in touch with them so they could get to the hospital, and we also got in touch with all the rest of the family and our close friends. Everyone was so excited!
Agreeing to let you be born via c-section was the right decision. You did end up becoming a little stressed and had meconium which you injested. Also, it turns out the cord was wrapped around your neck which could have added to your stress. Once they got you out, you were immediately taken and a tube was inserted into your throat down to your stomach to suck out all of your stomach contents. As I was laying there, hearing you scream and cry, I felt totally helpless that I couldn't be there with you. I had yet to see you or hold you. I just wanted to be sure that everything was good and that you were going to be OK. After about 20 minutes, they held you up and I could see you from across the room. I was so happy to finally be able to look at you! Your dad was with you the entire time which made me feel better :) At that point, they decided to take you to the nursery to try to stabilize your breathing. You were having a difficult time and would grunt with every breath. The nurse explained that if you didn't get it resolved on your own, you would need to visit the NICU for 2-5 days. She said you would definitely be fine, but would probably need that brief stay for IV fluids, etc. I trusted her when she said you were going to be fine, and she was right!
After about 1 1/2 hours in the nursery, our nurse got a call that you resolved your breathing issues!!! She was so excited because she felt you weren't likely to do that! Never underestimate the strength of a Downey/DeMichele child!
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| Madly in love with you already! |
You were THE most beautiful baby I had ever seen! I couldn't believe you were finally here and that you were ours! I feel so incredibly blessed and lucky to have you as my son! I can't wait to see what the future holds for you and the person you will grow up to become! I know that you have a great life ahead of you.
Love,
Mom xoxo
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