One week ago today, Mike and I drove to the hospital to have our 4th baby! Jaron Ryan Herbst was born November 5, 2009 at 7 lbs 13 oz and 19 in. long. It was so much fun to go to the hospital not knowing if it was a boy or a girl. Everyone was so excited with the anticipation. We were prepared either way, since we have some of both and all I had to do was pack a pink and a blue outfit to take them home in.
I got all checked in, picked a room and the nurses started the "pit". Then, 4 hours later, our new little boy was here! This was the longest labor I've ever had, but the easiest delivery. I think my doctor was only there a total of 15 min. I love being enduced! It makes things a lot easier. Mike had arranged work off, babysitters in place for the other kiddos (even school projects/homework completed early) and I even got to shower before! The hospital was not busy at all and they let me stay in the delivery room the whole time I was there. It was so nice, roomy and comfortable! We were really spoiled since there were only 2 babies born that day!
We are so excited to have Jaron here and feel very blessed to have a healthy baby boy. He is a delight and perfect fit for our family. Jaron is named after my older brother who passed away shortly after birth. We thought is was appropriate to honor him and also give him a middle name, Ryan, since he has uncles on both sides with that name that are very close to our family and wonderful Priesthood examples. My older kids are so cute with him and a big help. I love my Heavenly Father plan for us and the opportunity he gave for me to be a mother. For many years, I didn't know if this was going to happen for me here on this earth and now look... I have 4! Life is a miracle and a blessing. I am really trying to remember even in the hard times, to make every moment count.
Getting kids off to school and leaving for the hospital
Getting all set up and ready
I did it!
Calling family to tell them the good news
Because of the H1N1 outbreak, the hospital has new rules about visitors. NO one under the age of 14 is even allowed inside the hospital. So, the kids visited mom in the foyer and then they got to see baby brother through our delivery room window.
Bringing him home was so much fun!
6 comments:
Yeah! He's here, and he is adorable! And Camille, you look GREAT for just having a baby! We can't meet little Jaron!
CONGRATULATIONS!! We're so excited for you. I'm glad everything went smoothly and that things are going well. I love his name too. What a beautiful family! We're sending you all lots of hugs.
Oh Camille, what a darling little boy you have (well three actually and such a sweet little girl!) We are so thrilled for you and can't wait to meet our newest member!! I hope you are feeling well and settling into the "new normal"! I loved the picture of all the kids outside the window...it actually broke my heart that they weren't allowed in, but the picture is darling. We love you and send you lots of hugs and kisses!
he is GORGEOUS!! congratulations on another healthy baby boy - i don't know how you do it camille - but i know you're one of the best moms out there. missing you and loving you!
What a great post! He is beautiful and your pictures made me cry and smile--especially the one with everyone outside the window! You looked great and we are so excited for your family! We can't wait to meet him!
Sorry I'm a little late, but Congrats! We are so happy for your and your adorable family. These babies truly are miracles!
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