Miss Hadley made her surprise debut early Wednesday morning, a few weeks
earlier than her official July 29th due date. She weighed in at 6 lbs. 3 oz. and
measured 19.5 inches in length. So far she’s starting out life much like her
big brother – mellow, alert and sleeping a lot. Aside from her
darker features there’s no mistaking they’re related – she’s got the
signature pouty lip and massive feet.
Labor and delivery went amazingly well. My water broke on Tuesday morning and I started having minor contractions. We arrived at the hospital around 6pm and after wavering for weeks I decided to try for a VBAC (Carson was breech and delivered via C-section). It was an intense few hours – I went from 0 to 10cm in just about four hours after the pitocin kicked in. As she was coming out the cord was wrapped tightly around her neck and needed to be cut prior to delivery. All things considered we got very lucky.
When Carson met his baby sister (“Baby Sisthter Hai”) he took note that she has two
eyes, a nose, knees and no shoes. Then he noticed the buttons on my hospital bed and pressing them became far more exciting.
Looking forward to bonding over the weekend and for all of you to meet her!
She is beautiful Amy! Congrats! I am so happy for you, Jason and Carson.
Love,
Dena
What a blessing! Thanks for sharing your joy with us. I can see a bit of Ray in her. 🙂 Carson will be a great big brother.
Love in Jesus, Cindy
“Joy comes in the morning.”
Hadley is truly a beautiful blessing. I’m so happy for you all and that everything went well- considering. 🙂 Can’t wait to meet ms. Hadley Scout
What a cutie! Such great news!
Kelly
She’s gorgeous! Congrats to the whole family. Glad the v-bac option went well!
Carinne
Oh my goodness!!! I had no idea that such fabulous news was awaiting me when I went to your blog just now! CONGRATULATIONS!!! She’s gorgeous! We are beyond excited to see you all in a few weeks. 🙂 We love you guys!
She’s the cutest little thing ever!!!!! I can’t wait to meet her! Congrats! XOXO
What a gorgeous little girl!! Congratulations to the happy family! Can’t wait to meet her.
katrina, elias, and adlai (and graham)
From Kel Kel:
Oh, Amy… she’s adorable and such a beautiful addition to your already happy family. I can’t wait to meet her and to follow the exciting moments of her first few months as part of the family on Daily Gnome. 😉 Carson will be a wonderful big brother. Congrats and much love to you, Jason, Carson and Hadley!
what a little ladybug, she’s beeyootiful! congratulations you guys!