Absolutely perfect.

My babes. So adorable.

Our handsome man.

We finally made it! Grey Michael Sylvia made his appearance on February 17, at 2:15 p.m. My labor went really well. After 5 short hours and 3 pushes, he has made me the happiest mommy around! He weighed 8 lb. 10 oz, and was 19.5 inches long. Nate and I were surprised by the weight, but are so glad he is chubby and healthy! I was so glad to have my sister Lindsay there for the birth...it was very peaceful and stress free. Lyla seems to be doing really well also. We are trying to give her extra hugs and kisses, but so far she has been so sweet to Grey and seems to love being a big sister. Nate's parents were rock stars, and took excellent care of Lyla. It was so awesome to not stress about where she was or if she was handling everything ok (I had never been away from Lyla overnight before, so it was a little nerve racking for me!). I am so grateful for them!

I am feeling really good, other than being a bit tired. Grey LOVES to nurse, and now that my milk has come in we can try to get a better schedule down at night. Overall, I'd have to say its been the best experience. I can't believe my pregnancy is over because it went by SO fast, and I am excited to start doing some really fun things with these little guys. I truly wouldn't have it any other way.


The only other major detail regarding the birth is that Grey likely has a condition called VSD--or Ventricular Septal Defect. One of the nurses noticed a heart murmur yesterday morning, and so we did a chest x-ray and EKG to rule out any major problems with his heart. After a long day of waiting and stress, it looks like he may have a small hole between his left and right ventricle. Although I have been really stressed about it, the defect has a good chance of correcting itself. None of the doctors felt a need to refer Grey to a cardiologist, and his blood pressure, oxygen and pulses have all come back PERFECT. For now we are simply going to follow up with our pediatrician, so I will know more on Monday after that appointment. Even though I have tried to not think about it, what I have read has been reassuring. VSD is the most common heart defect, and 75% of patients who have small defects see it clear up before they are 4. Hopefully it just requires some monitoring, and I am so grateful to have him home with us.

Here are some pictures to enjoy...I am likely getting some professional shots taken next weekend, so I will have those to share soon! My mom and grandma are also flying in on Sunday to spend a few days with me. I am SO excited, and feel more calm that I will have company when Nate goes back to work. Enjoy!


I absolutely love this picture...how cute is my family?
Proud Aunt Lindsay...thanks for all your support!

Grey at 3 days old...those cheeks are soo chunky, and I love it! Too bad the pictures don't do his hair justice. It is amazing!

STILL waiting.

As of last Monday, I am still dilated to about a 4, 8o percent effaced, and the baby's head is SUPER low. Basically, I am still waiting, and getting more sore by the minute. I hate being a complainer, but he can come out anytime he wants because I am definitely done! I have less than a week until my scheduled induction, but I would really like him to come before the weekend because Monday is a paid holiday for Nate.

My goal is to try and keep busy, as Nate and I have other life changing events we have to think about too. I'll post more on that later, once we make some decisions. Hopefully my next post will be pictures of my handsome little boy!!

A little irritated.

I don't mean to be a baby...but I really thought I was in labor last night. I made Nate walk with me at the mall, and stayed up half the night because I was really uncomfortable. I even put my double stroller together! Then the contractions stopped. LAME! Today we are going swimming at the rec center...I'd really like to see my son soon! I apparently know nothing about real labor.

Waiting.

Here I am at 37 weeks...it will probably be my last picture because I am feeling pretty huge these days. The doctor says I am still at a 3 plus, and 50% effaced, so the waiting continues. I will be induced on the 17th if I don't have him sooner...but I am really hoping I go into labor on my own (the doc really believes I will). I actually really hope its this week, because my doctor will be out of town all of next week!

I have really loved having these last few days with Lyla...I am a little sad that it will no longer be just the 2 of us. She's too sweet and funny. More importantly, I am excited about what this baby means for my family. It is my mom's first grandson, my grandma's first great grandson, and I get to see both my mom and my grandma soon! My little sister Lauren may even make an appearance, so I am really excited to spend some time with my family. I miss them!