June 15, 2013: Welcome Bryce David Reeves!

On Saturday, June 15th our family changed forever! I had a scheduled induction and we headed off to the hospital just after breakfast. Landon was excited to stay at home and play with Grandma and Grandpa Reeves. June 15th was also special because it is also Aunt Katrina's birthday!

This labor experience was very different from Landon's delivery. I was nervous this time since I knew somewhat of what to expect and wanted to be patient if things went differently. Here is my list of 5 things that made this day one of the best days of my life.

5. Grandma Reeves was able to be in the delivery room and see Bryce born. I appreciated her support and was so glad she could share this experience with us. She was also able to get Bryce's first photos.

4. We started Pitocin just after 8am and contractions came regularly pretty quick but they weren't too strong. It was really nice to have some time that was just David and I to hang out. With a toddler at home we hadn't had time just the two of us in awhile to just hang out. The doctor came in and broke my water at 12:24. Labor quickly progressed from 5 to 10 cm and Bryce was born at 2:11. An attempt was made to give me an epidural twice but it didn't work. For that reason I am thankful that it went quick. Although this was not the way I planned I believe that this made my recovery easier. God always has a plan and I am confident He knew what was best.

3. David was awesome throughout the day once again. I know things were harder for him this time as well but he was always encouraging me and wouldn't let me give up.

2. Seeing Bryce for the first time. When I saw him for the first time I felt a huge sigh of relief that I did it despite all the pain and couldn't quite believe the miracle that laid before me. My entire pregnancy was so busy and taking care of Landon all the time I don't think there was a whole lot of time to picture myself with another baby. Bryce was perfectly healthy and crying. He was beautiful. I immediately thought he was smaller than Landon was but later found out he was actually bigger. He weighed 8lb. 1oz and was 20 inches long. The few hours he laid with me after the delivery were so special and he is a cuddler.

1. Seeing Landon come in the room and want to sit on David's lap immediately and see his brother was amazing. I love these 3 boys more than anything in the world. Landon was so intrigued by Bryce and was ready to give him a kiss right away. I know Bryce is going to add so much to our family and I can't wait to watch the boys grow up together.