Sunday, February 17, 2008

A Story About Little Spike

*Note* I have been trying to decide whether or not to put the whole “labor story” on this blog. Of course, at the end of the day...it is my blog, and I can post what I want. I’ll keep it short. If you would like to hear more about the labor or hypnobirthing call me…if you would like to hear less about the labor don’t read this post. Just look at the cute pictures.

Little Spike was “due” to make her appearance on January, 31, 2007; but, like her mom and dad, she seemed to like putting off major things that she didn’t feel like doing. After almost being induced on Sunday, February 10, she caught a break and was given a 24 hour extension to come into the world on her own….within three hours of that extension, her mom went into labor.

Spike’s mom labored at home for about 12 hours and then headed into the hospital. After six more hours in the hospital, Spike still wasn’t too keen on coming out. Her mom decided to take advantage of the medical intervention available (an epidural and Pitocin) to hurry her along. Another five hours and it was time to push…but Spike had one more idea. She had always loved having her hands in her mouth and next to her face while she was in her mom’s tummy so she thought, “why not on the way out?” Unfortunately, that made it so it was impossible for her mom to push her out, and after 2 ½ hours of pushing, Little Spike and her mom were rolled into the operating room for a C-Section. At 5:57 AM Spike entered the world and became Azalea Lois Walker. When her mom saw the little cone on her head she felt awful for the pushing she had done. (Seriously, Zayley, I’m sorry about the pushing…I’m glad your head has corrected itself)

Although Zayley took a while to make it here, her parents are so happy to have her (and don’t even get me started on the grandparents). She is a sweet and adorable baby. Definitely worth the wait.

11 comments:

Anonymous said...

Funny that you'd make a comment about the grandparents...... We love her dearly - and her mom and dad as well. We are so happy for all of you. You make a beautiful family.
So much love to the three of you-
Gramma Gail

The Goldade's said...

She's absolutly beautiful!! I had to show her pics to my mom and dad when I was home this weekend and they agreed! We were all excited for you and you're new precious little family! We'll look forward to more pics! And...when you get a minute let me know how you make those cute burp rags! I'm dying to try!

noisy penguin said...

It's a good thing I'm pregnant, if I wasn't I'd probably come steal her when I steal Izzy.

Nicole said...

Congratulations Mandy! She is so cute. It sounds like your labor was a real treat. I'm sorry to hear that it was such a long, complicated process. I hope you and the baby are doing well!

Nate + Carlee said...

What a little cutie! I can definitely see some of you in her. Also, we can be c-section sisters! I remember I didn't even look at my incision for like a month because I felt like it would hurt more if I did. Have you noticed how rational you think after you have a baby? =)

The Jones Family said...

hey going bananas girl-I was so excited to see your blog. I was like "what she has a baby?!" So cute...and your a mom...ahhh.Sounds like things were too much fun :) c-section aren't too bad but never what you have planned. I can't believe you have a baby!!! Love other pictures. You were always a great cook. Love, Ainslie

Hewards said...

I know everyone says this about someone elses baby to be nice but I'm being TRULY HONEST. SHE IS SO DANG CUTE! I love her little cute face. Good work Mandy!

Anonymous said...

CONGRATS!!! I am glad you "finally" have your little one! Enjoy!
Jakobi

Jason & Makenna said...

I laughed so hard at her bath pics! I love her little pouty lips. Hilarious. It looks like grandma visits as much as my mom does! She has already been out twice, we went to AZ, and she is coming again in about 2 weeks. I sure love the help and a bit of a break when she is here.

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Serin said...

Miranda you should go hunt down Grant's birth story in my blog. It is a LOT like yours ... the back of Grant's head was bleeding from all the pushing I did! :o Anyway, if you're anything like me and bummed about the c/s then it might give you hope to know I went on to have 3 vbacs. ;)