She's here, she's here!!!!

Yaaay!!! Our little acorn is here! 

Sophia was born yesterday, September 16, 2011 at 2:45 pm after 11 minutes of pushing and I don't know how many hours of labor. I will have to ask about the labor part. I attempted to go the natural route (no medicine for pain), but due to the pitocin, which was administered to initiate stronger contractions, and frustration about not dilating fast enough, I could not bear the pain nor the wait and asked for an epidural. That was by far the best decision I made that day! After sleeping only 45 minutes the night before due to contractions,  I was able to sleep for about an hour or so before Sophia started descending. Delivery went smoothly, much better than either of us had envisioned and Clif was by my side every step of the way-- he even cut her umbilical cord :) 

Because Sophia is so tiny, she will stay in the NICU for a couple of weeks so that she can get bigger and stronger. She is doing great so far--breathing on her own, feeding minimally from a bottle, and maintaining her temperature with assistance. Please continue to keep her in your prayers.

Here's our precious girl:

Sophia Marie, 3 lbs 7 oz, 16 inches

Sophia in the NICU.. First time I saw her eyes open! 

Minutes after delivery. Meeting my princess :)

Daddy and Sophia in the NICU. First time he held her :)