The Ultimate Gratitude Post

[theatokos]

On Friday evening Adam and I went to go see the 5pm showing of Indiana Jones. Ten minutes into the movie my water broke. 8 hours later Bennett David was delivered into the world, a full 6 weeks early. He came of his own accord, arrived amazingly perfectly healthy, and via a natural childbirth. He weighed 4 lbs, 14 oz. I am still in the hospital (on day 2) and will probably be discharged tomorrow, since I am recovering just fine. Benn will remain in the NICU for anywhere from 2-6 more days. However, he continues to be healthy and snuggly. He is absolutely beautiful and I couldn't want for any child other than the one I have. Not being able to with him all the time is really hard - especially when I hear the families together in the rooms next to me. But I won't lie and say he didn't look slimy and squid like when he was born.

I am grateful for:
*Adam's amazing support before, during and after the labor
*The support of my midwives and a surprise doula (our childbirth class teacher) - they (plus Adam) kept me focused and strong and helped block out the other 8 people present in the birthing room!
*For my and my support team's ability to keep a sense of humor through out the labor
*The emergency pediatrician - he was excellent at keeping the mood light and positive, and he knew when to stay out of things as well as get involved
*Our nurse, who was 100% supportive of natural childbirth and midwives
*That Kaiser Oakland has been such a positive experience
*For my continuing health and relatively quick recovery
*And ultimately I am grateful for Bennett's amazing heartiness and his presence in this world

Comments

[norasma.livejournal.com]

amazing! I thought about you and Benn for about 24 straight! I'm so happy for you, your birth sounds really amazing especially under the circumstances. It really does sound as though he was ready to come. How do you feel? Can you believe that you're a mama? YAY!

[ewigweibliche.livejournal.com]

I am tired! And it's hard being at the hospital all the damn time. It's also hard living in 3 hour blocks. But really, he was ready to come! He has hair and strength and is ready for some serious snuggling.