As most of you probably already know... we welcomed our little girl, Ivy Sullenger, into the world on August 11, 2010 at 6:46 PM. I ended up being 4 days over due! My water broke in bed while we were sleeping at around 1:40 AM. Labor started at 1:30 a.m., and she happened to be "sunny side up." (Normal deliveries, the baby is looking down. Ivy was facing up, which explains her little cone head.) Labor was a little intense to say the least. The doctor's believe my body became immune to the epidural. I had 3 seperate doses, but after the first one was feeling everything more and more. After many hours of pain, joy, excitement, fear, tears, smiles and a little cone head, Ivy arrived. Linsy and Ivy are both recovering well. She weighed 6 pounds 15 ounces and measured 19 inches long. However, she may really only be 17 inches long now that her cone head has gone down! Our poor little girl had quite the sore little head! Poor thing... the best thing is she's an excellent feeder and a happy healthy baby! Enjoy these pictures and I will post more as we get a chance. We could not be happier with our new addition! We love our Ivy so much!
Our angel.
The proud mama after 18 hours of labor. Look at those big eyes! Ivy was alert from the moment she was born! Her eyes were wide open!
The proud daddy.
Who's toes does she have!? Ha!
Daddy's already wrapped around her finger!
Ivy's first bath.
"Granny" Neilson (my mom)
Grandma Merritt (Jamie's mom)
Daddy fell asleep rocking Ivy. He's got the magic touch :)
The most anticipated outfit for 9 months! We couldn't wait to put it on her!
Getting ready to leave the hospital. Ivy's final weight in was 6 lb 9 oz.
Ivy in her carseat ready to go home!
The happy family. We love our baby girl so much and are so happy that she's finally here!
13 comments:
Oh man - she is so tiny and cute! I can't wait to hold her as much as possible! I'm sorry about the epidural not working, I can't even imagine! I'm excited to hear the whole story. It's nice for your mom to be there. I will try and help out as much as possible in a week - meals and whatever - cause you will enjoy the break! Oh and I love her little feet - so funny!
Congrats! You look AMAZING! And she is so beautiful, love her name too, nice work you two!! Your gonna be awesome parents.
congrats!! linsy, you are awesome!! you did it! what a beautiful baby girl you have. can't wait to meet her, you'll have to bring her down to Disneyland to see Mickey :)
Congrats! She's beautiful. Enjoy! : )
Awwww...Linsy and Jamie these pics are great! I am amazed at how alert she looks--her eyes are open alot! I love the one of Jamie holding Ivy asleep--priceless!! You will be great parents and we are sooooo excited to come down there and meet her! Love you guys so much...XO
Hey, Jamie, two hands man!
Congratulations you guys that is awesome. Jamie, its all over for you my friend, little girls control their daddies.
Bees
She is such a pretty baby! I am so excted for you guys. The first week is rough but so exciting and fun. You will love being a mommy so much!
Congrats! I love the last picture in your post...beautiful family!
She's adorable! Congrats to you both! Enjoy her as much as you possibly can because they grow up WAY to fast! Hope you are healing quickly!
I can not believe you were 4 days over due. I can not imagine that. I hope your recovery goes well. I miss you
Beautiful little baby! We are so excited for you guys. :)
love you guys,
Tiffani
WOW!!! What a beautiful little missy! I love the picture of Jamie rocking her to sleep - how precious! I can't wait to get her and Dalila together. Congratulations on your absolutely darling family!
Congrats Linz!! I am so happy for you and she is so dang cute. You just want to kiss those cheeks. I hope all is going well and you are getting some sleep. I wish I lived closer. I love ya!! I will try calling you soon.
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