i had my first indication of labor around 10:45am on Monday. I had just eaten breakfast with Alyza. she put fresh chiles in the eggs. i think that helped get it going. then...i had an acupuncture appointment. during the treatment i had 5 contractions within 45 minutes. the drive home was difficult because i had 3 contractions. i started keeping track of them at home around 2pm. my brother was concerned because he didn't realize that i was supposed to be in pain. haha! after hours of painful contractions (which remarkably flew by), i pushed for 23 minutes. it had to be quick because the mid-wife said his heartrate had plummeted to 60. it's supposed to be in the 100's. so i pushed and pushed and out he came. he was beautiful and fine. no signs of distress. just pink and slimy!
he is a very peaceful baby. the only time he cries is when his bowels are involved. diaper changes (except for the last one done by josh), gas, burps,... his cries begin with a very cute squeel. as long as he is comforted and covered he's happy! we love the variety of faces he makes. such a cuite!
i am doing well. in pain, of course, but getting better everyday. breastfeeding is challenging but going fine and will get better with time.
i am very impressed with josh and his parenting skills. he knows what the babe needs and does it without complaint. we are definitely a team! love him!
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