Wednesday, May 12, 2010

Leo Russell Daley- He's Here!

Leo was born this morning at 11:39 am via c-section.
8 lbs 9 oz, 20 inches long, 14 inch head circumference.
I was a little scared going into the surgery, because it is a surgery, but once the spinal kicked in, I felt a lot better. No matter how a baby comes into the world, c-section or vaginal, there is nothing like hearing a baby's first cry, and meeting a brand new spirit. He cried for the first 30 minutes, calmed down once he got his thumb, and then really calmed down once he nursed.
This evening John went home to have dinner and get the girls and I had a few moments alone with Leo. He was a little fussy, then I started talking, and he calmed down. He knew my voice. I almost cried.
I was staring into those big blue eyes, and thinking about what it must feel like to be seeing the world for the first time, the alarm of being in a big cold world, I would be crying too. But then to hear the voice that's been a companion for the last 8 months? Comfort. Familiarity. That's the bizzare part of "meeting" a brand new baby. You've already met, you've been hanging out together, sharing experiences already.


Natalie's first comment "Oh he's so cute!....I wanted a baby sister though." (Regardless of the fact that we've talked about a baby brother for 5 months)




Sophia likes him too "Ohhh...he looks like a baby doll."









John's Mom, Linda, is in town taking care of the girls while I'm recovering.
He looks so big to me...until he's next to an adult, then he looks so tiny!

Relaxing in my spa suite...ugh I mean hospital room. But really? Room service for meals? flat screen tv? No children? A spa pretty much, regardless of that little bitty recovery business I have to go through.

Welcome to the world little Leo. We love you.

11 comments:

P&J(or one or the other) said...

Jacki he is so precious! Congratulations!

Carrie said...

such a sweet post. we're so happy for you guys. he's a little doll. congratulations!

Shelly Beth said...

I already commented on FB, but thought I would say congrats again. He does look big! And he is a handsome boy! I hope your recovery is qick and I am glad you have your MIL and husband there to help. The worst part of the c-section is the week after, am I right :) Enjoy your little one and talk him up!

KaraLynne and Andy said...

Welcome baby Leo! What a beautiful name you have and I am so excited for your family. This was a really sweet post and the pictures are beautiful.

Robnz Fam said...

Oh, he is so handsome! I'm so happy for you all. I'm so glad to hear that everyone is heathly and doing well...for the most part anyway ;). Recovery...that is hard, but so worth it after it's all over. I love the name you picked out by the way. Leo is a really cute name. CONGRATS AGAIN!!!

Amanda said...

Congratulations! Your post brought tears to my eyes. I understand exactly what you're talking about! I hope your recovery goes really well.

Laura Butler said...

Congrats! He's so cute! We're so happy for you!

Kassie and Jordon said...

CONGRATS! He;s one handsome lil guy :)

Auntie Sally said...

Congrats you two on the new addition. Your Mom can hardly wait for her turn to play Grammie. You Five are so blessed. Wish we were able to come over and soak in that new baby smell. Keep up the good work on pictures and journal. You will have a best seller when they are in college. Love Auntie Sally

lindygirl said...

Congrats! I am so glad everything went well. Can't wait to see him.

Indiana Haffners said...

Congrats and Welcome! Who doesn't love the brand new baby? So happy for you.

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