Wednesday, July 28, 2010

Baby Anna July 26, 2010

Sunday evening Jodi and I dropped the kids to Grandma Nielson's house and headed to Cedar City so that she could be induced. At about 10:00 pm they began the induction. I will spare you the details but it involved a foley bulb and some pitocin. By about 8:00 am, her body was well on its way to being in labor. They gradually upped the pitocin levels and by 2:00 the doctor broke her water and a little later she received her epidural. The baby girl was born at 5:28. She weighed 6 pound 15 ounces and was 20 inches long. It only took one big push, there was no tearing, and the little girl began eating right away. I call her little girl because she didn't get her name of Anna until the next morning just prior to the birth certificate lady coming in. Jodi's mother was there for the delivery and she is always so helpful. The hospital in Cedar City in my opinion is the best. They always take such good care of us. It is definitely worth the drive. Cameron, Jodi's sister, came up just after Anna was born to take some pictures and visit. It was very nice of her. We waited our 24 hours and headed home. Everything went so smoothly and as planned. Jodi's recovery has been exceptional. We are really blessed. Enjoy the pictures.

2 minutes


10 minutes


8 minutes (oops out of order)


2 hours and 20 minutes



4 hours





27 Hours





38 Hours and the novelty still hasn't worn off. We will see if they are all this excited to change her diaper in about a month.

9 comments:

Nora Mair said...

YAY! Happy New Baby! And she is adorable. She looks like Casey? and you guys look great. Especially you Jodi Yahoo! Thanks for the update and what a miracle!

The Talley's said...

Congrats Guys! We are so happy for you! She is perfect!!!

Unknown said...

Way to go!! What a cuttie. She definitely looks like she landed in the right family. We sure miss you guys. Your pictures make me miss the mountains...oh ya, you guys too.

Kelly said...

Way to go Jodi! One big push. You are a warrior! She is adorable. Congratulations to you both.

Dallas said...

Congrats guys! SO IS SO CUTE! I can't wait to meet her for real. The kids look so excited to have her too. Just perfect in every way!

Vaughn Mathis said...

She's adorable guys! Congrats!

marie said...

What a cute baby!!! Congrats:)

Emily said...

Jodi...she is just perfect!

And you, my dear, look radiant yourself!!

Good Work...both of you!

Hoffmaniacs said...

Congratulations! Jodi, you are amazing! She is so cute and looks like the rest of the gang. I love that she is already smiling and that everyone gathers for a diaper change.

She is so blessed (okay, plain ole lucky!!) to be in such a great family!

Enjoy!
Ginger