Our new arrival!

[lmintzer]

Hi. I wanted to announce the arrival of our new baby, Joshua David, born on 11/16 at 7:35 p.m. Our little bundle, born at 35 weeks, 6 days, weighed in at 5 lbs., 4 oz. and was 17 inches. He is doing fairly well, although had some trouble maintaining his sugar level and temp. in the hospital. He was discharged with me, but is now being treated for jaundice under a bili blanket.

The short version of the birth story--I was induced due to low amniotic fluid level after presenting at L & D triage for contractions on Sat. night. The induction was painful but went really well--started at 10:00 a.m. and he was born just 7 1/2 hours later after 1 hr. 20 of pushing. Our first son was born via c-section, so this was a new experience for me. I have to say labor and the induction was a rough as the c-sections and the first 48 hours recovery was painful too. Now, at 5 days post-partum, I definitely am noticing the difference and feel much better and much more mobile.

Big brother Jack is having an expected adjustment reaction (lots of temper tantrums and crabbiness, esp. when with dh and me--he does better for his nanny and grandparents and uncle). He is, however, very loving with the baby, which I see as a good sign.

We're tired and feeling pretty battered at the moment with all that's going on but are very happy.

Just wanted to share our news here.

Lisa
& Jack, 4/20/01
& Joshua, 11/16/03

http://www.shutterfly.com/osi.jsp?i=67b0de21b35ad350a4fd

[jojo2324]

Congratulations!!! Welcome Baby Joshua! :)

[heva]

Congratulations on a healthy baby and successful VBAC! How wonderful!

[mom2kandj]

Congrats on a successful VBAC! Amazing how different your body reacts when you compare, huh?

Keep showering your beautiful boys with love and get some rest!


Rose
mom 2 Katie (almost 3!)
& Jack (19 months)

[mamahill]

Congratulations and welcome Joshua!! Happy healing and resting. Way to go Lisa!

[NEVE and TRISTAN]

Welcome to the world...and the boards Joshua...I can't wait to watch you grow here with us!!!!
Huge hugs!!! Job well done mom!!!!
Neve
AKA "mama2be"-forgot password
and Baby Boy Tristan born @UNC
Feb 25, 2003
Brother to 3 pups "gees" and 2 kitties

[Karenn]

Congratulations!

[amp]

Lisa- What wonderful news! Congratulations to all of you and welcome Joshua! Jack looks like the proud big brother and Joshua is absolutely precious! Thank you for sharing your story and the beautiful pictures! Glad that he is doing well!

[kensjen]

Oh Lisa, he is just precious! He really is a beautiful baby! Congratulations...and hey! How did you have time to get on here?? LOL
Have fun, and let us know how things are going!

[starrynight]

Congrats!!! He was born on my uncle's birthday :). Welcome to the world Joshua.

[hez]

Beautiful new baby (and Jack's adorable, too)! Congratulations!

[JMarie]

Congratulations Lisa! Both boys are just adorable! Best wishes for a swift recovery!

Jennifer
Mom to Aidan Christopher
01/28/03

[DDowning]

Congratulations to you and your family! Welcome little Joshua!

[deborah_r]

Congrats & welcome to Joshua!

[mharling]

Congratulations Lisa! And a big welcome to Joshua. :)

I wondered if something was up because I remember you posting avidly for a little while and then all of a sudden you were gone!

Mary & Lane 4/6/03
http://www.shutterfly.com/osnt.jsp?i=67b0de21b356c32425b2 - Halloween Pics!

[stillplayswithbarbies]

Congrats on the VBAC! That is a very good day to be born, on my birthday.

...Karen
Jacob Nathaniel Feb 91
Logan Elizabeth Mar 03

[mommyj]

Congratulations!!!!
Those pictures are so adorable. I especially like the ones of both of your little ones together.
I hope you start feeling more rested. Congratulations, again!!!

[lmintzer]

Thanks for the nice welcome messages. I'm touched that so many took the time to write back when I have been less than a consistent poster.

I think I'm going to print out all of the replies for Joshua's baby book (if I don't at least start collecting stuff for it, he'll be your typical second child without a book because mama's running around without a second to herself).

At any rate, we're all hanging in there. Joshua's bilirubin (sp?) came down and he was taken off phototherapy. He is learning (slowly) to nurse. Right now, I feel like a pumping machine--trying to do every 3 hours, but I wind up missing now and again.

Lisa
& Jack, 4/20/01
& Joshua, 11/16/03

[Roleysmom]

Lisa, congratulations! Both of your boys are precious.


Paula-- mom to Roley Julia 01-04-02

[alexsmommy]

I was going to send you an email to your personal account but since I'm at work and purusing the boards - don't tell our boss! :)...Let me know if you need any moral support for the "pumping machine". You know I've been there! Joshua is beautiful and I look forward to visiting him, you and Jack just as soon as your up to it. Congrats again.
Alaina - Mom to Alex 2-4-03 (born at 32 weeks)

[khakismom]

Lisa, a big congratulations to you and your family! And I'm sure Jack will be a wonderful big brother!! :)

[KUvsOU]

Congratulations to you and your family!

Shawna
Mom of Cade 6/16/02

[jmofarrill]

Sorry, a little late here, but CONGRATULATIONS!!!

[MamaKath]

Congrats to you and your family! Enjoy being a mom to 2, it is a wonderfully unique experience/pleasure.