Welcome to the Family Little Jack!!
Here are some of the first pictures of our son
John Preston Christensen
We went into the hospital at 7:30 Sunday night because I was having lots of contractions and I thought maybe my water broke (first timer, boy was I wrong). Either way I was in labor and got to stay at the hospital rather than being sent back home to wait it out longer.
It was going OK at first until I got my magical epidural (so awesome) at about 2:00 a.m. and then my contractions slowed down. They gave me some meds to help me out but it still took me another 12 hours or so to be ready for the big finale. I had a migraine for some of those 12 hours but thankfully, it went away before the delivery process.
Born on March 23, 2009
at 4:20 p.m.
Weight: 6 lb 5 oz
Height: 19.5 inches
So far Jack has been doing pretty well in his new environment. Mom is sore, but recovering nicely. They are both learning how to feed and it gets easier and less painful each time. :)
Jack had good APGAR scores and the pediatrician said he was doing great. He takes after his mom in that he does not like being cold, but usually is. He has has one "crying" fit where we had to go through the whole list to find the culprit. All he eventually wanted was to be with his dad walking around the room and chatting. Otherwise he's a pretty quiet baby and has a long fuse.
And, in other great news, he has a new cousin born 25 hours later! My brother Robert and his wife Natalie welcomed Emerson Joseph into the world on March 24th.
We should be going home today after both our doctors give us the OK. We'll go see how well we do at home! Scott and I are really excited to take him home and have some time with him.
We were glad to have Scott's Mom show up about 30 minutes before we went to the hospital on Sunday night. We could not have done it without her!!
Anyway, we have more pictures which we will eventually get on the computer and onto Flickr. It may have to wait out a couple of naps and feedings, so be patient.
Take care,
Dena, Scott, and Jack :)
CONGRATULATIONS to you both, and to all of the Grandparents, too!! What a beautiful boy he is! I couldn't be happier for you, and I know that this will be a wonderful journey for all of you. God bless you always,
ReplyDeleteMary Lomax
Congratulations and welcome to parenthood! I'm very excited for both of you. I can't wait to read about your new adventures as your boy grows up.
ReplyDeleteWow, congratulations! He's GORGEOUS (just like Mom and Dad)!!!I'll miss your beautiful playing and your company every Sunday, but you have greater music to play now. God bless and be sure to let me know if you need anything.
ReplyDeleteWhat exciting news!
ReplyDeleteJohnson clan (and Phil!!) are sending our congrats....we all are so happy for you Scott, you're going to be such a great Daddy :)
Enjoy those newborn days Dena, they are such precious moments!