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by **Proudmama** » May 23, 2006 5:40 pm

Rylyn Alexia
Sunday, May 21, 2006
4:23 a.m.
6 lbs 10 oz.
19 inches long

My birth story...

On Saturday, May 20, my mom, DS and I decided to go shopping. I was not feeling all that great but I needed to just get out of the house. We spent a very relaxing day out and returned that evening. DH spent the day on yard work. When my mom, DS and I returned home, DH needed to go to the store to get a couple of business items. I really was tired but still had a need just to be out of the house. We went to the store and returned home around 8:30 pm that night. I sat down on the couch to watch some tv and rest. At 9:00 pm, I felt like I needed to go to the bathroom so I quickly went. Well, my water broke as I did not stop leaking fluid. I sat there in shock then yelled for my DH. I noticed the show next. DH did not believe me until I told him that the water was not stopping. He quickly called my doula and the Doctor. We then yelled for my mom who was so excited. The Doctor had us go to the hospital as soon as possible.

At the hospital, the nurses checked and noted my water did break. A little while later, my doula arrived. I was 3 cm and 90%. I was not really having any significant contractions yet so we started to walk. It was around 11:00 pm when I started to feel the contractions more and more. I walked a few more times and by 2:00 am, I was in extreme pain. When I was checked around 2:30 am, I was at 5 cm. We walked again. Well, then they hit hard and fast. At 3:00 am, the nurses checked me again and I was at 6 cm. About 10 minutes later, I started feeling pressure and both my doula and nurse looked at me in amazement. They decided to check me again and I was 100% and now at 7-8 cm. I finally gave in and went for the epidural. By the time the epidural was placed, I was in transition and at 10 cm when it started to work (I just should have waited a few more minutes). They called in my Doctor and I pushed 3 times during one contraction. My little girl just came right out. I did have a 2nd degree tear but compared to my birth experience with DS, this one was just wonderful. My BP was up most of the time but has since settled. My DD was smaller than expected but otherwise healthy.

Overall, my HG has subsided. The first morning, I did have one final vomit as I tried to drink but I have felt wonderful ever since. I just cannot believe that we made it through all of this and my family is now complete.

Thank you all so very much for your support and concern throughout the most difficult time in my life. HG was horrible but the end result was worth every last vomit, IV, pump and lack of food I endured for the last 9 months. And now, I am happy to say, I am HG free forever.

Much love and hugs,
Jamie and Family

by **Susannah** » May 23, 2006 5:46 pm

I can't believe you beat me. LOL.

Congratulations Jamie. After everything you went through you deserved such a wonderful birth. I love your daughter's name. How do you pronounce it? Does it have a particular significance for you.

Best wishes to you and your family. Get some rest and enjoy FINALLY having your daughter in your arms.

by **Atsie** » May 23, 2006 5:48 pm

((((Jamie)))))
I am in tears!! I am so glad your little girl is here and safe. And the best part is you are HG free!!
Welcome Rylyn!

by **Babyontheway** » May 23, 2006 5:52 pm

Jamie,

I knew you were having a girl

I'm so happy for you! I really love her name. You must be so excited! I would love to see some pictures of her. Please PM me with them if you can.

I hope to be able to share my birth story with you soon, too. I guess there is just Susannah and I left in the Countdown Club. I will update you tomorrow after my doctor's appointment. I find out my induction date tomorrow.

Keep in touch.

Congrats again!!! How wonderful!!!!!!

by **mammaclare** » May 23, 2006 6:00 pm

Congratulations!!!!! Maybe I can talk you into bringing Rylyn all the way to the northside to remind me why I am puking up mashed potatoes...in a few weeks, of course!

I am so happy to hear you feel well. I can't wait for that time...

by **nomore** » May 23, 2006 6:26 pm

YEAH YEAH YEAH YEAH

Congrats on your little girl and being HG free FOREVER

Im glad your labor and delviery was pretty quick and better than your sons....

Reading your post reminded me how truly wonderful it is to have your kids

by **JennyK** » May 23, 2006 8:04 pm

Jamie, congrats! I'm so happy for you that you made it to the finish line and have that precious little girl in your arms.

by **Hurlygirl** » May 23, 2006 8:40 pm

Dear Jamie

You made it. Well done. Hope you are resting and recovering. HG free forever. Wow. I can't wait to be able to say that. Welcome to your little girl.

Lisa

by **Kadinga** » May 23, 2006 9:39 pm

Congratulations Jamie.

I'm so glad that you have your little girl and can now enjoy the HG-free "world beyond".

I look forward to seeing pics and updates on both of your progress.

Amanda

by **krisalis** » May 23, 2006 9:44 pm

Congratulations! A girl is so much fun! Have a great time and eat all the things you haven't been able to. AS a matter of fact, have some for me to eh? *L*

Kris

by **Cin** » May 23, 2006 9:44 pm

Hip, hip hooray! Welcome, baby Rylyn! Congrats, Jamie and awesome work! :lol:

This just made my night!

by **Mom to Aidan & Daniel** » May 24, 2006 1:45 am

CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!!!! What wonderful news!!! Yay!!!! Can't wait for pics! I'm so happy for you! And boy is it worth it when the little one arrives! I'm so happy you're hg free now, bundle in your arms :lol:

yay!!

big hugs

by **HelenA** » May 24, 2006 6:31 am

Congratulations!! Well done, can't wait to see pics

by **blessedw4** » May 24, 2006 8:38 am

Congratulations Jaime. What a beautiful name. I can't wait to see pictures of her. You did and did a great job.

by **Natalie** » May 24, 2006 8:48 am

Congrats Jamie and welcome little Rylyn

Enjoy getting to know your little girl.

Love Natalie, x

by **bibliojo** » May 24, 2006 11:29 am

Congratulations Jaime!!!

You did it!!! And welcome to the world Rylyn!

Rest up, eat lots and enjoy being HG free!

Joanna

by **dwtegli** » May 24, 2006 11:32 am

aawww, Congratulations Jamie, and welcome to the world little Rylyn. Enjoy her, and I can't wait to see pics also.

by **bratty477** » May 24, 2006 12:49 pm

Congratulations on your little girl!!! So happy to hear that all went well and that everyone is doing well.

by **rjdecker** » May 24, 2006 2:43 pm

Jamie!!!!!!!! I am so excited!!!!! I love the name! So sweet! Congratulations!

Jenny

by **Gracie** » May 24, 2006 3:42 pm

Congrats... I'm glad to hear that all went well! Looking forward to pictures!

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