Birth Story
It was the evening of Friday December 17th, we were ready for a nice relaxing weekend after a really long week. The evening began with dinner at Pappi's Tex Mex, and then back to the house for some R&R. I was feeling some pain, but totally brushed it off as normal end of pregnancy stuff. Spent most of the evening just laying on the couch, and then went to bed early, as I did most nights being pregnant.
I then woke up around 2am to go to the bathroom. I thought it was a little odd that I was having some discharge, but was too tired to really care, so I got back in bed. Next thing I know, everything is wet. So I wake Jeremy to let him know that I think my water broke. ( I mean really what do I know) We called the doctor, he said that if I start to have contractions to go to the hospital and if not he would plan to meet me there the next morning. At first I was mad because the doctor on call, was not my doctor at all. In fact it was a man I had never heard of before, not cool!
Well about an hour later we were on our way. I was cramping (contractions). We started making the calls and packing the bag. Jeremy's parents, on their way. My parents, in Prague at a castle, so we called my aunt and uncle. They were excited and hoped in the car. They were going to have to sub in for my parents. On the way to the hospital, I desperately tried contacting my massage therapist and coach several times. No answer. I began to worry. My plan was to do everything natural, but knew I needed the support of husband and Lori to convince me to go through with it. We arrived at the hospital, had to fill out a ton of papers and get situated in a room. The nurse came in, checked me out and right away admitted me. I was already at a seven and we were going into labor.
Finally we got a hold of Lori and she got there quick! I was so happy to see her. The Lord really knew what he was doing, because the next day Lori was leaving to go on vacation and would not be back until after Emma's original due date. I needed Lori, she was the only way I was going to deliver naturally and even then, not so sure I was actually going to go through with it. We began breathing work, sitting on the birthing ball, rocking in a chair, but we could not walk around. The nurses were being super paranoid. A few family members came in to say hi, but eventually we made them leave. After about seven hours of contractions, with little to know pain, we than begin for the long stretch. I thought the world was going to end. I had never experienced so much pain in my life.
I began to beg for pain relief, to which I discovered later both Lori and Jeremy refused to let the doctor give me any. (crazy) I know I should say it was wonderful and beautiful, but to this day I still remember the pain. Thank the Lord it didn't last long. Lori helped keep me somewhat calm the whole time and Jeremy held my hand. (brave man) Within 30 minutes of pushing my sweet little girl was here. Now that was the most amazing relief of pain EVER!! The next thing I know I am holding her in my arms. She was the most beautiful baby ever!
The Lord was there from the time conception, she was conceived in prayer. He was there during the whole pregnancy, Emma was perfect and healthy and I hardly gained any weight. He was there at the her birth, providing no complications and giving me more than I could ever dream. Not only that, but she is a BEAUTIFUL baby girl!! I've wanted a girl for as long as I can remember. Thank you oh Lord for the many blessings you have provided. The Lord truly brings out restoration to my soul!! He provides, protects and loves.
Little Emma, I'm overwhelmed by your joy daily!
Emma Grace Wells born: December 18, 2010 7lbs and three weeks early! (That was the Lord as well, didn't have to pay more in insurance and we got a tax break :) )
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