Gabbie - Now with photographic evidence

We're finally home after a long and arduous day in the hospital yesterday, and then no sleep last night. I have a couple of minutes before the next feeding, so I thought I'd jump online really quick to post a picture.

Here's the newest love of my life:

Gabbie

She's here!

Gabrielle was born Sunday morning at 8:39 a.m. after 12 hours of labor, weighing 8 lbs 5 oz, 21 inches long. She's doing great and we're completely in love with her. Also completely exhausted. Pictures and more details soon.

Slow Going

The baby is still not here, but I'm pretty sure there's some slow progress being made. I've had some contractions, but they're not very regular or consistent. Aaron's home with me today, which is nice. I'm hoping she takes advantage of him not having to drive home from work when I go into labor and arrives today.

I am so ready.

Quick Update

Report from the doctor appointment this week:

2 big contractions, 2 small ones during the 20 minute non-stress test
2 centimeters dilated
70% effaced
- 2 station

I don't know what all this means exactly, but it's reassuring to know I've finally made progress. The doctor also stripped my membranes without telling me what she was doing, and it was surprisingly painful, but will hopefully help things along. Fingers crossed. I think I've had one or two contractions since leaving the office. The doctor said we'll have a baby by Monday. I'm hoping for much sooner.