Life Begins Again

A year and a half ago when Callum was born, Steve wrote the most beautiful post to let you know he had arrived into this world. I tried to get him to update today but he felt like he had some expectation to fulfill, so my internet friends, you get me.
Claire Elizabeth made her appearance this morning at 7 am after 12 hours of labour, about 6 of active labour. She was a healthy 8 lbs 11 ozs and 22 inches long. She was born on my living room floor. We had secretly planned a home waterbirth, but somehow when it came time there was no water in the tub, and no time to even consider it. Steve was remarkable. He was hesitant about a homebirth from the beginning and then to have his baby girl on the living room floor must have been traumatic.
It was beautiful and quick and we’re all cozying in for a night of love and learning. My little guy is taking in stride, although I’m sure he feels a little left out. He’s getting oodles of love from his Mammai and Papa though. He was able to meet Claire moments after her birth.
Here’s my little old man (I think all babies look like little old men )