Just as we were getting ready to turn in for bed, well before midnight on New Year's Eve, baby sister finally decided to make her appearance- a little more than a week after her due date. Mama's water broke and we knew it was time. Nanni and Poppi were at a movie so Titi came over and off we went to the hospital. The clock struck midnight just as we were on the highway driving past the Space Needle, so we were treated to a fire works display! Alissa our doula met us there and Dr. Harvey was on call so she was there, too. Mama labored for a long time (ouch!) but like your sister, you did not seem to want to come out. Finally, Dr. Harvey advised us that it wasn't safe to wait any longer because the monitor watching your heart was making her worried. So into the operating room we went and out you came! And similar to your sister, your cord was wrapped around you like a sash plus you were sunny side up.
You weighed 7lbs 1 ounce and you were perfect. You laid on Mama's chest while the doctors worked and then we went back to our room where you promptly latched on and started breastfeeding like a champ.
The next day, big sister Charlotte and Nanni and Poppi came for a visit. Very exciting! Nurse Brenda took care of us until we were ready to go home. Titi came to help us check out and we brought a special balloon for big sister. Welcome Gloria!!!
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