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Sweet Baby – Our Birth Story

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Mikaylee's Birth Story

It was this time last week when my doctors told me that they were going to induce me on Wednesday July 25th.  I really wanted a natural birth.  Not to be induced, but my doctors informed me that it was safest for me and baby.  So, instead of waiting for them I figured I’d try out all those thing that “make” you go into labor.  I ate a few servings of pineapple, hubby took me out to eat at Hooters for hot wings, and then we walked around a 24hr Super Wal-Mart for about 2 hours since nothing else is opened after 10pm in our area.  We did all those things and then Tuesday July 24th (my birthday) I woke up at around 3:45am with contractions, and even passed my mucous plug.  I thought it was just pains from that, but then I couldn’t fall asleep as the pain was coming every 10-15 minutes.  I finally fell back asleep at 5am, then awoke again at 7am with extreme sharp pains.  I put a call into my doctors office and they said I should come in at 8:30.

Sure enough when we went to the doctor’s office I was 1cm dilated and the doctor said I was in early labor. Instead of inducing on the 25th, they would be doing so now.  At around 9am we arrived at labor and delivery.
Mikaylee's Birth Story
11:15am 2 1/2cm dilated and doctor broke my water.
11:45 They started giving me pitocin.
2:30 I started getting stronger contractions and contemplated getting an epidural.. and then
3:50 I got the epidural 🙁
4:40 Now 4cm dilated and not feeling much because the epidural.
7:50 Up to 5cm dilated and getting anxious to meet Mikaylee!!
9:30 Nurse checks and I’m fully dilated!  Doctor will be here by 10:30.
10:30 Time to start pushing!  Epidural ran out at 10pm!
Pushing, pushing, thirsty!  Between each push I eat ice chips.. Begging for a glass of water.  Then when they wouldn’t allow me water, the next time Chris passed me the ice chips.. I poured the entire cup all over myself.. The doctor kept telling me we see her head!  Push, Courtney, Push!! I kept telling her “I can’t anymore!”   .. I pushed and I pushed up until 12:11am when I heard she’s here!!! I heard my Sweet Baby Mikaylee first cry.  The sound of her cry brought both of us to tears.
Mikaylee's Birth Story
They placed her on top of me and I looked right into her eyes.. It was the most incredible feeling ever.  I am so in love.
Mikaylee's Birth Story
While they cleaned her up she was looking at Chris the entire time.  Just gazing up at him
Mikaylee's Birth Story
She weighed in at 6lbs 13oz, and measured 20 1/4″
Mikaylee's Birth Story
I still can’t believe I gave birth to this sweet baby girl. They took blood for a PKU test and she was so upset, it hurt me to see her that way – I can’t even imagine her getting shots!
Mikaylee's Birth Story
I could look into her eyes for hours, and hold her forever.
Mikaylee's Birth Story
God really answered my prayers, and blessed me with this sweet little miracle.
Mikaylee's Birth Story
I got the biggest surprise when my grandfather drove up 2 hours to come see us.. This made my day. 🙂
Mikaylee's Birth Story
Hubby is so happy his princess is finally here.

Mikaylee and Daddy

I love you Mikaylee, more than anything!
Mikaylee's Birth Story

About Courtney Lopez

Family, Food, and Photography are Courtney's passions and you'll see all of that on this blog. She married Chris in summer of 2008 and they had Sweet Baby summer of 2012. Now sweet baby has grown into quite the Mini Chef and has her own series called Mini Chef Mondays! Find recipes, product finds, and more on our blog!

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  3. Terra says

    August 1, 2012 at 4:40 am

    This brought tears to my eyes, I love reading how truly happy you are!! You were blessed for sure, your sweet little girl is beautiful! Congrats, Hugs, Terra

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  7. Shell Fruscione says

    August 1, 2012 at 7:53 am

    Congratulations! She’s so beautiful! That picture of you first holding her totally bought back memories of holding my son for the first time- I am totally teary eyed over here. SO happy for you.

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  9. Nichol says

    August 1, 2012 at 10:59 am

    AWWW she is so precious. Great photos! I remember giving up with Gavyn. I pushed for a long and hard 75 minutes. I am like Shell toally teary eyed! So thrilled for you and your husband. (PS..shots will make you bawl the first few times.) Congrats again mama!

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  14. Mama on a Green Mission says

    August 1, 2012 at 5:19 pm

    Congrats again! She is gorgeous, and what a fabulous story! I can relate as I was in labor on my birthday two years ago…only difference, my son was born that day so we have to share a day! LOL Glad you and your princess each get your own day! 🙂

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  15. Tamara says

    August 1, 2012 at 8:13 pm

    Congrats Courtney! I lovelovelove the picture where you’re looking at her on your shoulder where she’s wearing the white onesie. She is so sweet!

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  20. Cynthia@TalkingtoToddlers says

    August 2, 2012 at 7:07 am

    There’s just something magical about giving birth. First, there’s this excruciating pain and then as soon as you see your baby, all the pain in the world gets replaced by love and happiness. You have a very beautiful baby girl, and I just have to say, your pictures are superb too!

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  32. Colleen (Shibley Smiles) says

    August 3, 2012 at 10:48 pm

    I was waiting for this post to finally arrive. She is beautiful, and look at all that hair. Congrats to the three of you!

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  35. Connie says

    August 4, 2012 at 7:53 pm

    The pic of her with her great-grandfather almost brought me to tears. What a sweet picture. Congrats on your beautiful girl – hold her and soak up every minute of her sweetness.

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  44. Laura Miyasaki says

    August 5, 2012 at 5:22 pm

    THANK YOU FOR SHARING YOUR “”BEAUTIFUL”” STORY, CONGRATULATIONS TO THE HAPPY PARENTS & ALL OF THE NEW ARRIVALS OTHER RELATIVES WHO ARE JUST AS ELATED TO HAVE SUCH A “”BEAUTIFUL”” ADDITION TO THE FAMILY.

    WELCOME TO THE WORLD MIKAYLEE

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  56. won says

    October 3, 2012 at 11:25 pm

    LOVE the picture of your grandfather and your daughter.

    I could feel your love through your words. I felt the same way about my daughter. Well, I still do! Sadly, I got to watch her come into the world and feel all those wonderful feelings and then 11 years and 49 weeks later got to usher her out of this lifetime into whatever awaits us and feel all the feelings that come along with that.

    Enjoy every moment of your precious gift! You are blessed.

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  59. Maria B says

    November 23, 2013 at 9:33 am

    What a beautiful story! I’m a bit nervous about the whole labor and delivery process as I enter into my 3rd trimester with my first. Reading about these positive experiences and seeing the joy and love in all of your faces, reminds me it’s all worth it! You have a beautiful family!

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