Raising the Barrs: Welcome Adam Lee!

Adam Lee Barr arrived in this world on May 5th, 2010 at 2:38pm. He weighs 8 lbs. 2 oz. and is 20 inches long. In comparison to Reagan he was 2 oz. lighter and 1/4 inch longer! He has a head of dark hair and lungs that make the loudest noise!

We thought we were going to the hospital the night of May 4th. I was having pretty regular contractions every 5 min and Aaron was getting pretty nervous since we now live so far from the hospital. The contractions weren't HORRIBLE, but nothing comforting about them. So...we called Aaron's mom and dad to stay with Reagan, who was asleep, and off we went. We called my parents on the way to let them know so they could start driving up from Houston. We got to the hospital around 11pm (I think). There were no beds so we had to wait in the hallway for a little while. The longer we were there, the weaker my contractions got. They finally got me to a room and hooked me up to a monitor. After 2 hours of monitoring and drinking whatever fluids they told me to drink, my contractions were nearly gone, no progress made. The nurse sent me home saying that I was probably dehydrated though my contractions would continue through the night and I may be back soon. So...against my wishes...we drove 30 miles home. I was thinking LaQuinta sounded GREAT and MUCH closer! By this time, my parents had arrived and were at the house when we got back home.

The next morning was NOT fun! I had contractions ALL night that were getting worse! So, I laid on the couch hurting while my mom timed contractions. I was convinced that I was still not in labor. But, here we go again and this time...the 30 mile drive felt a little longer and REALLY slow! By the time we got to the hospital I was convinced. I could barely make the walk to the 4th floor. Contractions were about 3 minutes apart and very painful! We arrived at the hospital at 10:30 am. I was loving my epidural by noon and falling in and out of sleep for about 2 hours. With each contraction Adam's heart rate would drop into the 60s. The nurse, Carolyn, got Dr. Kroger in the room REALLY quickly, I pushed twice, literally, twice and Adam was here! Healthy baby boy! His heart rate was dropping because his cord was around his ankle, but he was ok. And, the rest is history.

I had a great and short stay at the hospital. I was VERY happy to have Carolyn as my nurse. She was spectacular! And I was so happy to actually have Dr. Kroger this time around. I also LOVED my nursery nurse, Julie. All of these people have special ties to my life in one way or another! It was great AND I got to go home the next day!

So...after the novel...here are some pictures...

Adam Lee Barr