Busy Busy Busy

Madalyn Jane is finally here!  I was induced at 6:30 AM on July 10, but at 5 that evening I still wasn't ready to have Madalyn.  Around 7, my doctor decided that a c-section was the best option since my water had broken but I wasn't making any progress....the rest of the night went so fast that I barely remember it, but I do remember hearing her cry as she was born at 8:27 PM.  She was 7 lbs 2 oz and 20 inches long.  

I think she is absolutely perfect!  It's amazing how much you can love someone you've just met.  Because I had the c-section, Derek had to do pretty much everything the first couple nights.  He has been absolutely amazing and I can tell and Maddie is going to be a daddy's girl.  I am so lucky to have such an incredible family. 

It's been 2 (fast) weeks since she was born.  Everything checked out well at her 2 week check up and she now weighs 7 lbs 15 oz!  I have a little over a week left before I go back to work and I know I will miss her a ton each day!  At least I know she'll be in good hands while I'm gone. 

Madalyn Jane, age 2 days.  Photo by Charley's Angels photography at the hospital!  I LOVE it!

40 Weeks!

Well, I made it the full 40 weeks.  Today is officially my "due date" although it doesn't look like Maddie will be joining us until she's good and ready.  If she doesn't decide to come out today or tomorrow on her own, I will be induced on Saturday.  I cannot wait to meet her!  I've gotten tons of advice from people on how to speed things up, but I'm a pretty patient person.  If a few more days is what she needs then I don't really see a point in trying to hurry her along.  So, if you were someone who offered up advice, thanks!  Don't be offended that I didn't use it...I just want her to take the time she needs until Saturday.  I've waited this long to meet her, what difference will a few more days make?!