A tiny bundle of pure joy. I truly didn't know my heartt could expand this quickly. She is absolutely perfect, coming into the world at 7 lbs 3.3 ounces on February 7th at 1:14 pm. When Joel told me "it's a girl", I just cried. I well up now just thinking about that moment. Once I could hear her crying, I just wanted her in my arms.
It would be another 20 minutes before that occurred but the anesthesiologist was able to hold he right up next to my face so i could see here and talk to her. The surgery was so different this time around. I can remember every moment and jokes that were made. I can remember being tugged around and wondering if I was going to fall off the table. I can remember the bizarre sensation of not being able to move my toes no matter how hard I tried.
Nora nursed almost immediately but latched very poorly, doing serious damage within two days. I am currently pumping in order to heal and get started on nursing again.
We have so enjoyed all the visitors. It is a joy to share our little love bug with others.
Annabelle is adjusting as well as could be expected. The hardest thing for both of us is that I can't pick her up and I can't get on the floor just yet. But we are adjusting. She has the occasional bouts of sweetness with Nora but mostly ignores her.
Grandma is here and we are truly enjoying our time together. Annabelle especially.
