She weighed 7 lbs. 11 oz. and was 21" long. Basically, that means she's long and skinny. She mostly got the Nathan Doxey "looks" package, but with a feminine slant, plus some super long toes. She is BEAUTIFUL!! Mom & baby are doing GREAT! Nate, John and Liza are ecstatic!
We were especially happy that Julia's friend from our neighborhood (Kathleen Kuhn) was the main RN on duty to help Julia through the birth. They were room mothers together for John's kindergarten class.
We farmed out the rest of the kids to Tom & Hilary Call and Rich & Traci Higbee & family. They were a HUGE help. Julia was especially happy with all the nurses, midwives and care she had. They were GREAT. She should come home tomorrow.
As many who have had kids (and can remember it) can attest, there is absolutely nothing like having a baby. It touches a place in your heart and soul that nothing else can touch. It truly is a miracle and gift from God.
Here's our stab at giving you the pictorial play by play...
