nck-mail 0 Report post Posted November 4, 2004 Announcing the arrival of Alina Christine Kockentiet. Although her due datewas Nov. 7th, she came - VERY QUICKLY - on Friday, October 29th, at 12:07pm.She weighed 7lbs, 8.3ozs. and was 20" long. The labor was short and to the point: from the first contraction to deliverywas only 5 hours. For perspective, Ethan (my first child - now 2-1/2 yrs old) took about 15 hours, which is considered normal. Pushing took all of five minutes and 3 contractions. Like Ethan, I chose to deliver Alina naturally (no drugs). In this case, even ifI'd wanted to, she came so quickly I wouldn't have had the option. Shecaught the labor and delivery team off guard she came so fast, and finally when she did come, she pooped on the doctor's shoes! Both Alina and I are fine, home now since Sunday evening. Ethan is still"adjusting," but I think he'll come around and be a great big brother. Eric (my husband, of course) is basking in the glow of being a new daddy again, and my father is visiting from Alaska for the month. All in all, we're doing quite well and feeling very blessed with a brand-new beautiful baby girl. I'll be convalescing (is that the right word?) for the next 6 weeks - doctor's orders, but am very much looking forward to getting back into the REI game. Thanks, MC, for your patience with me. I now have even more motivation to get my financial situation squared away and RE is the way to do it. -NaomiVa Bch, VA Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MichaelC 160 Report post Posted November 4, 2004 WooHoo! A newbie with a newbie! Congratulations, Naomi! I've been wondering how things were progressing on the birthing front. And, look at that, this little kid comes along and steals my thunder! We share October 29th as our birthday!Rest up, mom. And when you're ready give me a call and let's do a deal for Alina. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Akinwale 0 Report post Posted November 8, 2004 Announcing the arrival of Alina Christine Kockentiet. Although her due datewas Nov. 7th, she came - VERY QUICKLY - on Friday, October 29th, at 12:07pm.She weighed 7lbs, 8.3ozs. and was 20" long. The labor was short and to the point: from the first contraction to deliverywas only 5 hours. For perspective, Ethan (my first child - now 2-1/2 yrs old) took about 15 hours, which is considered normal. Pushing took all of five minutes and 3 contractions. Like Ethan, I chose to deliver Alina naturally (no drugs). In this case, even ifI'd wanted to, she came so quickly I wouldn't have had the option. Shecaught the labor and delivery team off guard she came so fast, and finally when she did come, she pooped on the doctor's shoes! Both Alina and I are fine, home now since Sunday evening. Ethan is still"adjusting," but I think he'll come around and be a great big brother. Eric (my husband, of course) is basking in the glow of being a new daddy again, and my father is visiting from Alaska for the month. All in all, we're doing quite well and feeling very blessed with a brand-new beautiful baby girl. I'll be convalescing (is that the right word?) for the next 6 weeks - doctor's orders, but am very much looking forward to getting back into the REI game. Thanks, MC, for your patience with me. I now have even more motivation to get my financial situation squared away and RE is the way to do it. -NaomiVa Bch, VA<{POST_SNAPBACK}> Congrats Naomi... Akin Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mr Saint 0 Report post Posted November 17, 2004 Naomi, I know its a little late, but congrats on the little girl!! My wife and I had our first what seems like just yesterday...but today is her nine month birthday. She's getting ready to walk and I think I clearly heard "Dada" from her today. Too much fun! Best to you, Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Adam King (MI) 1 Report post Posted November 17, 2004 Naomi,I think I just saved Mr. Saint. Sorry about the "REALLY" late congrats, but...well, congrats!Cool stuff,Adam Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MichaelC 160 Report post Posted November 17, 2004 Jeez, you two. Why not just wait another week and mail the kid her Happy First Birthday card?? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mr Saint 0 Report post Posted November 18, 2004 Sorry, I'm a little slow Share this post Link to post Share on other sites