Edward Alexander Williams

After about a week of having some sporadic contractions and signs of labor, we finally welcomed Edward Alexander Williams.  Our scheduled induction was at week 39 on January 3, 2014.  Vince and I arrived at the hospital at 5am.  By 8am, the Pitocin drip was started and my water was broken.  By 8:05, I started have strong contractions about 2 - 5 minutes apart.  I received an epidural at 9:15am after experiencing contractions on my own for over an hour. 

Mom and Rachel arrived to provide support during delivery.  Barbara & Jerry kept Evan for us.  Elise and Dad were also on alert to come join us once the baby arrived.  By 1:30pm, I had dilated to a 9, almost a 10.  The nurse came in at 2pm to check me and the doctor came in immediately after.  I pushed through 8 contractions in less than 10 minutes. 

"Alex" arrived at 2:09pm.  He weighed 6 pounds, 11 ounces and was 19 1/4 inches long. He has very light blond hair.  All the doctors and nurses loved his pretty hair. 

The hospital is now "baby friendly," which means they cut back on many options and had to call it something.  They no longer provide a nursery, pacifier, or even soaking salts for the tub. However, the care was excellent.  I enjoyed watching them give Alex his first bath in our room and have all the doctors examine him in front of us. 

Evan was very curious to see his baby brother and seemed very interested.  We enjoyed seeing him interact with Alex.  

 The nurse gave him his first mohawk when she washed his hair.

We love our newest addition to the family.  Welcome baby Alex!