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

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