Sunday, December 27, 2009

Elliana Nicole arrived today!







Only two more days until Kristin's birthday, but I guess Elli wanted her own day all to herself. After four weeks of stopping pre-term labor and bed rest, Kristin was so relieved to finally make a trip to the hospital with the purpose of coming home with a baby. Elli came into the world weighing 6 lbs 8 oz.






She managed to poo in the amniotic fluid before she was born, and then a geiser of it went up her nose and mouth when she made her way out, so her stats are a little shakey, and she'll probably be on antibiotics for 3 days. She's in the NICU - got an IV, so nursing waits, much to Kristin's disappointment, but this is NOTHING like the preemie situation last time, so all is well. A minor blip.

Elli is beautiful and perfect with tiny little girl feet, a sweet little face and dark hair.

15 comments:

  1. What a beautiful, beautiful girl! Many congrats to you and your family.

    Julie :)

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  2. Congrats on Elli! She's gorgeous. So glad she arrived safely. Bet Kristin's over the moon! oxoxoxxo

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  3. Oh wow, a perfect gift :) CONGRATULATIONS!!!

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  4. Congratulations to Mom and family. What a cutie. There is nothing like a baby to draw everyone closer. But, they grow up way too fast. :)

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  5. Congratulations to the family! She's beautiful :)

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  6. Congratulations is right... she is beautiful and no nothing looks premie on her at all. She is stunning so perfect. Blessings to all

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  7. Most heartfelt congratulations!!! What a beautiful little girl. :) Can't wait to meet her! So glad Kristin's doing well and I'm sure Elli will be out of NICU soon and ready to rule the world.

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  8. Ah, Cheryl, what a precious Christmas gift. Love the name...my granddaughter is Elle. Perfect size. Thanks for the pictures.

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  9. Congratulations to all! What a beautiful baby. Great pictures.

    Deb

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  10. So glad all is well. Been praying for weeks and weeks. Can't wait to get my arms around precious Elli and proud mama and bama.

    Robyn

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  11. Oh, Cheryl, she's beautiful!!!

    Super congratulations! Welcome to the planet, baby girl!

    Yay for happy, safe deliveries!

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  12. Wonderful news, Cher! Elli is gorgeous. So happy all is well!

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  13. What a great Christmas gift. Congratulations to the proud parents!

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  14. That first picture is INCREDIBLE! Wow! I hadn't been to your blog since November so enjoyed getting caught up!

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