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I tried thinking of a clever title for this post, but time is currently limited, as is my creativity, so we’ll just have to go with “The Birth Story.” I know you all understand…

Instead of getting into the nitty gritty, let’s plan a game of numbers, shall we?

4 – Slices of homemade stuffed crust pizza I enjoyed for dinner (5:30 – 2/21/11)

6 – Contractions in the 6:00 p.m. hour – 2/21/11

9 – Contractions in the 7:00 p.m. hour – 2/21/11

12 – Contractions in the 8:00 p.m. hour – 2/21/11

3 – Miles to the hospital

2 – Centimeters dilated (p.s. this is not enough)

2 – Hours instructed to walk the hospital halls

408 – Steps needed to make one lap around the maternity floor (yes, the Mister counted)

2 – Centimeters dialated after the 2 hour walk

(in other words)

0 – Progress made

3 – Miles home

2 – Baths taken at home

0 – Hours slept

3 – Hours spent in torture

4 - Times I thought I was truly going to die

3 – More miles BACK to the hospital (at 3:30 a.m.)

5 – Centimeters dilated (!!!!!!)

938486 – times I considered cutting of my limbs

1 – IV bag to get through before they would give me the epidural

7 – Centimeters dilated after receiving epidural (6:00 am)

1 – Hour spent pain-free

9 – Centimeters dilated (7:00 am)

55 – Minutes spent napping after being told it would be a few hours before I delivered and I should get my rest

7:55 – Time I was woken up to check my progress

10 minutes before the Little was born!

1 – HEAD in sight! (I think the Mister thought they were kidding)

3 – Pushes

10 – Minutes in “active labor”

8:05 – The exact time the Little entered our world

0 – Seconds it takes to fall in love

Thanks again for all your incredible support this past week. I already have so many funny stories to share – our little bean is certainly a character! I’ll be spending this week really soaking him up and spending time with the Mister. But don’t worry! I have lots of fantastic guest posts lined up — you won’t want to miss them

And of course I’ll be dropping by periodically with photos such as this:

I mean seriously? Heart melting…

22 Responses to “The Birth Story”

1. Andrea@WellnessNotes said:

   I love this post! Your little Mister sooooo adorable! Enjoy every second. I know you are….

   Posted on February 28, 2011 at 8:52 am | Reply
2. Kara said:

   3 pushes?? You are my hero! I had to push for 3 HOURS.

   Aren’t epidurals magical?

   Posted on February 28, 2011 at 9:02 am | Reply
3. VeggieGirl said:

   This is incredible and you are such an amazing mother already, I know it Can’t wait to treat you to a nice meal to celebrate!

   Posted on February 28, 2011 at 9:02 am | Reply
4. Ash @ Good Taste Healthy Me said:

   I am the biggest sap but this totally brought a tear to my eye.

   Posted on February 28, 2011 at 9:12 am | Reply
5. Erica said:

   awwwwww Love it. 10 – Minutes in “active labor”?? Fabulous. Glad it went so well

   Posted on February 28, 2011 at 9:20 am | Reply
6. Kelly W said:

   Love the story and the pictures I am so scared to give birth, well and be preggos lol I can’t believe only a couple pushes, yeah for that!

   Posted on February 28, 2011 at 9:34 am | Reply
7. Shannon said:

   What a fun way to recount the birth! So happy for you an your family! I’m jealous of your 3 pushes… I had to push for 3 hours!

   Posted on February 28, 2011 at 9:37 am | Reply
8. Whitney King said:

   Shannon your blog is INCREDIBLE! Congrats to you and Jason

   Posted on February 28, 2011 at 9:55 am | Reply
   • thedailybalance said:

     Thanks, Whit!!! hope all is well and hope you keep reading xoxo

     Posted on February 28, 2011 at 10:07 am | Reply
9. Lesley Lifting Life said:

   He’s beautiful! Congratulations, new mommy! : ]

   Posted on February 28, 2011 at 9:58 am | Reply
10. Cleshopaholic said:

    So stinkin CUTE!!! You look radiant btw!

    Posted on February 28, 2011 at 10:23 am | Reply
11. Jenn (eating bender) said:

    Amazing. Plain and simple. Congrats to the happy family! My heart is melting, too. Your little bean is adorable and perfect.

    Posted on February 28, 2011 at 10:28 am | Reply
12. alexa - cleveland's a plum said:

    he’s beautiful!!!

    congrats to you both!!!

    Posted on February 28, 2011 at 10:53 am | Reply
13. BethT said:

    I can relate to those agonizing hours at home. I didn’t go to the hospital until I was probably 3-ish cm, but I kept calling because I was in SO much pain (back labor) and they just kept telling me to wait it out. At least you were “rewarded” with a three-push labor! Enjoy these first weeks at home.

    Posted on February 28, 2011 at 11:07 am | Reply
14. RhodeyGirl said:

    Congratulations! I love the birth story, thank you for sharing!

    Posted on February 28, 2011 at 11:36 am | Reply
15. Kendel @ Eating Abroad said:

    Oh my goodness. The picture of you and your beautiful sleeping baby caused me to tear up. I am not and have never been pregnant but I imagine that picture would cause a pregnant woman to weep with love and emotions.

    Posted on February 28, 2011 at 5:04 pm | Reply
16. Missy said:

    Wow, outside of missing a night of sleep, your first labor went really well. Usually, subsequent labors are much, much easier.

    You are really lucky your hospital seemed to take a really natural approach and had you walk the halls and such. When I delivered they usually hooked me up to an IV and put me on pitocin (always to late for an epidural). To be fair with those two my bag of waters ruptured prematurely. I pushed for three hours for two of mine too.

    Kelly: don’t be afraid to give birth. It is the best ever!

    Posted on March 1, 2011 at 1:28 am | Reply
    • Kelly W said:

      Thanks Missy! I am a wimp when it comes to pain lol. I just was able to get blood drawn for the first time this year without having to have someone with me hehe, Yes I am in my late 20′s. My husband is so ready for a baby, I am hoping to get over my fear as I want one too, but super scared of the whole process

      Posted on March 1, 2011 at 11:09 am | Reply
17. Ashley T said:

    Your little man is amazingly precious – congratulations to the happy family! I look forward to reading about how your further balance your life with this very special addition.

    Posted on March 2, 2011 at 2:35 pm | Reply
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