Since Amy had a previous history of having Gestational Diabetes, her doctor wanted to schedule an induction today to ensure the baby was born before the due date. This morning we went in to the hospital and she got right to work. After the contractions started, they got intense fast! Amy dialated from a 6 to complete in about 15 minutes. Going into this labor, she wanted to experience natural labor. Although it was nearly more than she could bear, she gave birth to Reuben Scott Harward after only 4 pushes. It happened so fast the nurses were scrambling to get the cart and supplies ready for the doctor, and the doctor was en route when the baby was delivered by a resident (doctor in training) on duty. Reuben was 8 lbs 4 oz (BIG baby - at least for our standards) and was 21 inches tall. Everyone is doing great and recovery is happening very quickly. Our baby boy has already taken to breastfeeding and had his first messy diaper, so they should be ready to join us again soon!
Here's some photos taken on his first day
Holy Cow I'm a BIG BOY!
Proud Daddy
One TOUGH cookie
Zoey's surefire acceptance and love for her new baby brother
Kisses from Lily too
A really good day!
So Soft
Well the fun will only continue and we are embracing the time we have together!
