My mom came nearly a week before Eva was born. I was so glad to have her here and wish more than ever that I somehow lived close to family.
She welcomed our sweet baby girl with a bright quilt in signature Granny style.
It’s a good place to wiggle.
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a few details
Eva Joy
8 pounds 5 ounces
21 1/2 inches long
Born peacefully at home on August 19th, 2:46 AM
Barry posted a photo from my iPhone minutes after our Eva was born– before we knew how much she weighed or what her middle name would be, so I thought I’d fill in a few details.
She’s perfect and super cute and loved by all.
One of these days I’ll type up a birth story, but for now I’m just busy resting and nursing and staring at her…
She’s here!
waiting…
So…
this is just to let you all know (if you’re wondering) that I don’t have a baby yet. My official due date was yesterday, and I know, I know, due dates are arbitrary things, but the last desperate days of pregnancy are not rational. All the hormones, the unknown-ness, the waiting, put you on an emotional roller coaster. 4 of my 5 previous births happened at least a week before the date– and those days of contractions can sure get my hopes up, then dash them to pieces.
I’m just not sure what to post about these days, so I’m just going to wait until I have pictures of a fresh new face for you.
All I ask is for some good vibes and prayers sent my way that this baby will come on out! We keep telling her it really is more fun out here than in a dark water balloon. I guess she’s not quite convinced…
I can’t be pregnant forever, though, right?