Carving out our niche.
We’re really grateful for friends that have helped us out this week – from meals, to visits, to advice and support – it’s made the whole transition really nice.
Lilah has been wonderful, and we love having her with us. Here are a few pictures from the week:
Since labor was so long, Mom and Dad Tanner ended up driving all 6 hours down from Boise before Lilah was even born. They were such a huge help, and so fun to have with us. One day while we were still in the hospital, they surprised us by cleaning the house, mowing the lawn and even buying us a weed-eater to tame the grass along the fence! When Dad Tanner had to head back, Mom got to stick around for the rest of the week and help Kristie with Lilah when I had to return to work. You guys are life savers…thank you!!
A few pictures to illustrate the first couple days with our new baby girl…
So I get in to work at Qualtrics this morning and find this on my chair:
My co-workers are possibly the coolest people in the world. The first little package I opened had onesie in it–but this was no ordinary baby gear–Jill sewed a Qualtrics Q on it!! I really cannot wait for her to show up at the company BBQ in August sporting this…it’s so awesome.
The bigger box had a huge package of Huggies diapers–which is perfect, since we have lots of newborn ones, but none for the 1-2 size.
I showed it off the Q onesie at the company meeting today and everyone loved it. I think they’re gonna want it incorporated into our company clothing line.
Here we go!
2:50am – Kristie wakes up with contractions and water breaks.
4:10am – We’ve timed over an hour of contractions, and they’re averaging about 4 minutes apart. Decide to head to the hospital.
4:20am – Arrive at the hospital, and pause for contractions three times on the way up to labor and delivery desk.
4:35am – Fill out paperwork and get shown to our (really nice) room.
4:40am – First nurse determines that Kristie is still only dialated to one and a half…looks like a long day ahead.
5:30am – Contractions are still pretty regular, Tom is shown to the father’s room with lots of free snacks.
6:00am -Fire up the laptop and Netflix account to watch episodes of 30 Rock between contractions.
7:45am – New nurse, Mandy, no progress with dilation.
8:30am – Dr Rees stopped by to check in and offer some advice. Duly noted, Doctor.
10:45am – Dr. Gammet stops by to say hello. He’s on call till 6:00pm tonight. Reaffirms that we have the nicest room in the whole hospital, with a view that “would cost a pretty penny if we were staying at the Marriot”
11:17am – Contractions seem to be getting stronger. Check for dilation set for 12:00.
12:00am – Update: Finally dilated to a 2, 90% effaced. Not fun, very strong contractions now, about 2 min apart.
12:32am – Kristie is now rockin’ out to Bloc Party with one earphone in. It’s her running mix. Very fitting. Contractions still very, very painful.
1:23pm – Dilated to a 3. I wish I could take the pain away.
2:09pm – 3.5.
3:07pm – After no sleep, 11 hours of labor and some excruciating contractions towards the end, Kristie opted to get a light epidural to ease some of the pain. We were planning to avoid this step if possible, but now that it’s done, I think we’re both pretty relieved. She can still move her legs and toes, which makes her feel a little more comfortable. Now it’s nap time for a bit…Doc’s guestimate for delivery is around 11pm our time. Baby’s heart rate is strong and steady, Kristie is now dilated to a 4. Thanks for all the thoughts, prayers and love.
3:25pm – Woohoo! Kristie has been able to relax some and is now at a 6.5. Big jump since last check…
5:22pm – At a 9 now…as soon as she’s at a 10 it’s time to push! Next check at 5:30ish
6:35pm – Pushing! I’ll be busy for the next little bit..
8:12pm – 6lbs 8oz, 20 inches…beautiful baby girl! Mom and daughter are doing great!!!!
