Bailey loves his little sister

We were both pretty interested to see how Bailey would react to having this new little creature in the house that would occupy so much of our time and energy. He's been used to being the one and only child in our home for 4 years now, so we knew this would be a shock to his system. However, we could never have imagined how well he'd take to little Carrie! He's immune to her cries and doesn't mind them in the least (of course, it could be that he has her on "ignore" as well...not sure!) Whenever we take her into her room to change her diaper he always tags along and hangs out in there while we clean her up, then comes out again when we leave.

However, yesterday he did the coolest thing that showed us that he does care that she's around and he wants to know where she is at all times. While I was feeding her on the couch, Bailey all of a sudden realized he wasn't quite sure where Carrie was at that point in time. He stood up and went over to her bouncer seat and looked in...no baby. He cocked his head as if to say "Now, I know she hangs out in here - why isn't she in here now???" He then went to inspect the pack-n-play, since he can peek in the sides and see her there...still, no baby. Then he got frantic and came running over to me and put his head on the Boppy pillow and realized that she was there, safe and sound. He just sort of laid his head on the pillow, looked at her for a few seconds, and then satisfied that everyone was accounted for, went back to lay down and take a nap. Dogs are pretty cool animals :)

Carrie's Birthday and Homecoming

April 19th:

Today was a busy day for us. Kristy was scheduled for a C-section for 11am. Since we were scheduled we were third priority behind emergency and un-scheduled C-sections at Shands. Lady and Mr. Man (Ken and Carolyn) came to the hospital with us and helped hold the waiting room. Nate Jesse, our friend and neonatologist, came by to visit us while we were waiting for our turn! He was hoping to help out with the delivery but was unable to stay due to the delay. Mommy and Daddy hung out until 3:30pm which was when we were started through the process.

Kristy was taken to the OR for her spinal block and delivery. We were met by Dr. Jill Roscoe (Kristy's doctor) and the rest of the OR staff. We even had a few of Nate's colleagues join us, per Nate's request! Once Kristy was blocked and all set, Dr. Roscoe went to town and within 3-5 minutes Carolyn Isabella was born wet, cold, and screaming! Dad watched most of the procedure which was pretty amazing. Dad also videoed most of it as well! Carrie was passed to the warmer to be analyzed and weighed (6lbs and 11.2oz)! Afterwards, Dad went with baby to the nursery while Mom was stapled back together.

Mom and Carrie spent the next couple of hours recovering and having a few more tests. Meanwhile, Dad found the grandparents in the waiting room to begin the surprises!

Around 8:30pm we transitioned from recovery to the Shands mother/baby unit where we had our own room and Carrie was rolled in to spend the night. The grandparents left for the house and Mom, Dad, and Baby went to sleep tired and happy.

April 20th:

Today was a big day for all of us. We had lots of visitors: Grandparents; Amy Camire; Jen Ruland; Amy Aponick; Michelle Irwin and Beth Boe; Nancy Hughes; and finally Jen and Radley Ruland and Paul and Zabel Thur de Koos! Also we made numerous phone calls and emails to other friends and family. The rest of the day was filled with eating, sleeping, and of course diaper changes.

April 21st: Homecoming

Saturday morning we were given the green light to be able to go home. Both Kristy and Carrie were cleared we decided that the little bit of sleep we had been getting could be improved by sleeping at home. After lunch, we began the process and by 4:30pm we arrived at the front door! The car ride home was uneventful but we definitely looked cute in our little GT outfit! Lady will be staying with us until May 1st to help out. So far all is well with us and thanks to all for their thoughts, prayers, and gifts! We will keep you posted as new stories develop!