We had a morning at home before checking into the hospital at 10am. I would like to say it was relaxing but believe it or not we were busy right up until we left. Katy was my nurse again and had everything ready for our arrival! Katy is such an awesome friend and nurse and I am so thankful for her spending her last day at work before maternity leave herself taking care of my family! Katy I cannot express how grateful I am to have you as my friend!!
The delivery was delayed a while due to Dr DLG running a little late so we didn't get taken back for anethesia until about 1pm. My anesthesiologist and nurses were wonderful! So....at 1:38pm Hallie Ray Hembree made her entrance into the world. She was pretty non-responsive at first but pepped right up after some coaxing! The first thing we noticed about her was how tiny she was! She weighed in at 6 lbs 6 oz and was 18 3/4 inches long! She also has a pretty good head of dark hair. Pops she has your hair!
We stayed in recovery for a while and made it to our room around 5pm. We got settled and Chance came to visit his sister around 6:30. She "brought" him a few books, and he was very excited and wanted to read them to her! Other than that he was content playing with the sleeping bag Ben brought. He was excited to bring Mommy and Hallie flowers. He was so proud he got upset when they were taken away!
My sister surprised us by coming down on Saturday! I have not gotten to see Harlan (her little boy) due to restrictions on traveling. So her sister-in-law Katie drove them down. I was shocked to say the least. The two cousins got to meet each other in the hall and I finally got to hold my new nephew. He is so sweet and has the most beautiful eyes.
Fast forward a few days and we are waiting to go home in the morning. This c-section has felt much better than Chance's. Other than nausea it has not been bad at all! Ben and I are falling in love with this little girl! We can already see her Mommy's fiestyness when things do not happen right away! Enjoy all the pictures!
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| Before we left the house. Last as our family of three! |
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| Best buddy Katy! Both 39 weeks with Hallie and Mason |
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| Hubby and I in front of our welcome board |
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| Here she is! |
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| Mini version of Chance Russell:)) |
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| Seeing Mommy and getting his books from Hallie |
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| Reading to Hallie |
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| Our Family of Four!! |
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| Aunt Stacy and Hallie |
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| Aunt Megan and Harlan |
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| Our little cupcake |
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| Daddy and his girl |
Sweet Megan and Ben, Miss Hallie Ray is Beautiful! So thankful she is here and all are healthy! Thank you for sharing the story and pictures. I can't wait to meet her! Love to all, rest every chance you get! Life is now kicking into HIGH gear!
ReplyDeleteLee Ann
Congratulations!!!! Hallie is so adorable. We couldn't be happier for you guys. Brian is actually in San Antonio tomorrow for work and if he has time he said he will stop by and say hi. Happy Day Hallie!
ReplyDeleteI am just so happy for you guys! I can see how thrilled you all are by the big teethy grins! Oh what joy a baby brings!
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Miranda
Congratulations! She is adorable.
ReplyDeleteShe's BEEEautiful! Congratulations! So glad the c-section went smoothly, kind of a breeze compared to your first (mine was the same). You walk in and everyone is so chipper and ready to meet that little munchkin in your tummy and no disappointing labor pains. :)She's a doll and i bet ya'll are so happy to finally meet her and have her a apart of your adorable family!
ReplyDeleteLove your sweet family! It was a privilege to be apart of Hallie and Chance's arrivals!!
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