Tuesday, November 23, 2010

We have a baby!

Our baby finally came today at 6:28. We arrived at the hospital at 4 and Amanda was dilated to a 7.

Then, Amanda labored in their big tub until she was a 9. We then moved to the bed and she was born about 30 minutes later. Amanda was never medicated and she did awesome.

We don't have a name yet, but she was 10 lbs. 2 oz. Here are some pics, we'll post more later.








And yes, that is some strawberry-blond hair.

15 comments:

Susan said...

WOW! Way to go! That is one big baby! Super cute! I hope you can all get some good rest.

Lauren Stuart and Madeline Jane said...

Yeah, we are so excited for you guys! Congratulations!!! And a double wow to Amanda for the no meds... tough woman!

Annette said...

She's beautiful! We love you guys!

Erin said...

She's in a league with her cousin Killian (even the hair color). Congratulations!

Junetta said...

Congratulations! She is beautiful! Can't wait to see her!

Melanie said...

I love her already! Good job, guys. You make really cute babies. She is a doll. I can't wait to meet her!

Charisse Baldwin said...

She is beautiful! Amanda, you are so amazing, I think you are my hero! Congratulations!

Russ and Ashley said...

Congrats, Amanda that is amazing!! I bet it was well worth the wait.

amber {and co.} said...

Ohmygoodness Amanda, you're my HERO!!! I can't believe you delivered a 10lb baby with NO meds!! She is beautiful, can't wait to see more pictures and find out her name! Congrats Carter family! Ü

Natasha said...

Hooray Hooray Hooray!!! I'm so happy for y'all!! She is adorable! I am super excited to hear about your experience Amanda! You're awesome. Much love and congratulations! And just for emphasis....here's a couple more... !!!!!!!!!

Cristin said...

Wow, 10 lbs!! What a healthy baby. Yay, I'm so happy for you.

Shelley said...

That's a healthy baby! Way to go, Amanda! And congrats to you all! Can't wait to hear the name!

Paula Graff said...

Congrats Carter family! Killian now has company in the 10 pound baby club.

Levi said...

My dear Amanda,I am so proud of you! Good work with the doula and midwife!I've had babies with and without meds and I prefered without.How do you feel when you compare experiences? It's diffrent for everyone.She reminds me of how my babies looked!(sweet round face and very cute chubby legs!)Lucky Gracie,she has a brand new "Best Friend"!Pleaseeeeee come home for Christmas!We all want to give her some "love"! Love, Aunt Leslie and Family

Taralee said...

HOORAY!!!
wow, I can't believe you beat me by a whole pound! That's a big girl you've got.
sounds like you had a MUCH better experience this time.
congratulations.