He's Here!

Benson John Heywood

February 22, 2011

9:27 p.m.

9 lbs. 8 oz.

20 in. long

Labor story: I went in at 7:30 a.m. to be induced. At about 8:15 they broke my water, but wanted me to develop into full-blown labor on my own. So, no pitossin (sp?) All day long, we walked up and down the hallways, just waiting for those huge contractions to start so I could get the long awaited epidural. Finally, at 6 p.m. I was dilated to a 6-7 and was able to get the epidural. It took the lady 7 tries to get it in, which I am definitely feeling in my back today. At around 7 p.m., I was positive that the epidural had not taken effect on my right side, so they were going to call her back to do it again. However, I was dilated to a 9+, and it was too late! So, at 7:30 I started pushing (feeling pretty much everything). After pushing for 2 hours, this sweet little guy emerged into the world. All along, the doctors were worried that he may be too big for me, so a c-section was always a possibility. Thank goodness everything turned out great- he is perfect from head to toe. Due to his size, he is a little difficult to satisfy, but I am sure I'll work up to his appetite! We are grateful to have this sweet little child of God in our family!