Team Beatrice needs a new name! While we ponder something clever, we are proud to introduce you all to our newest team member: Lillian Elizabeth Adams. She was born May 1, 2011 at 6:14pm, weighing 7lbs 3oz. I labored with her for almost 24 hours and, after a grueling 3 hours of pushing, she came screaming into the world. I am soooo thankful not have had a repeat c-section. It looked like a possibility because Lillian was presenting sunny side up and wouldn't turn during labor. Often that means a c-section, but my medical team was incredibly patient and staid the course.
Most importantly, the newest member of our family is beautiful and completely healthy. Ian and I are floored that we got a "take home baby" - one that nurses, sleeps, and otherwise keeps herself alive all on her own. This is such a different experience than bringing Beatrice home. We are, though, on a steep uphill learning curve trying to balance a new baby and our fiesty Beatrice. She is coping as well can be expected from a two year old. She misses the focused attention, but is interested in her baby sister and making adjustments.
Here are some pictures of Lillian's first few days and one of Beatrice trying out her new scooter - a "big sister" present.
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