Lukas Layne Turner

Well, we have been anxiously awaiting the arrival of our little boy, but we were hoping he would hold out until after my last week of work and Catlin's wedding. And what a good little boy he is...he came just when I wanted him too.

We had just gotten home from the reception and had eaten some dinner when my water broke(about 10:15 or 10:30). I wasn't 100% sure, but it didn't take long to confirm it. Once I told Derrick, he went into action and helped me get the kids ready to go to Mom's with Uncle Yaeger. I already had my bag and the baby's bag packed, so we were good there.

I called Mom to tell her and she answered the phone saying:
Mom: "Did your water break?"

Me: "Yes."

Mom: "You're kidding!"

Me: Nope, and I'm feeling pressure."

So she sent Yaeger over to get the kids and we headed to the hospital. Well, once we got there, my labor pretty much stopped so I walked around for about an hour, and still wasn't really getting anywhere. I was frustrated because the other two kids came within 4 hours, so I decided to have them give me Pitocen, but at the lowest dose. And boy did it work. I went from a 5 (i was already dilated to 5 when I got there and 70% thinned) to a 7 in about 1 1/2 hours then the nurse put me in her magic position and I finished dilating in about 20 minutes. Those last 20 minutes about did me in, but I knew I didn't have a choice but to do it, so with the help of my mom and Derrick, I made it.

Kennedy had never even heard a baby's heart beat, so she was pretty excited to be there.

Still feeling good...
My sweet husband...he was so good to me and so concerned. He is precious!

Christy and Kennedy

Mom was so exhausted from the week of wedding prep...you can see in the next picture just how exhausted...

Zonked out...but she was awake when I needed her. Thanks Mom!

I had told Derrick before that I would just need him to hold my hand, but not when I was having a contractino. He did just what I asked and was the perfect hubby.

This is the magic position...It sure worked fast, but it was non-stop contractions and pain. I was glad to have my mom there. Just when I thought I couldn't do anymore, she would encourage me. I think Derrick was scared to death, but he was strong for me. Thanks babe!

A picture is worth a thousand words here...

I started to feel a lot of pressure, so I told them to go get the nurse. She had heard my cries and was out in the hallway. She came in right away and had me roll onto my back so she could check me. I was a 9 and almost thinned completely and the pain-!!!!! After she checked me, the pain went away and I knew it was time. I told Dr. B that he was coming, 6 times to be exact, and with the next contraction, he was sliding out-literally. Dr. B. didn't even have time to get his gloves and gown on. He caught him bare handed as he came out. I'm glad he was there!

Here he is:

Lukas Layne Turner

March 13, 2010

4:17 A.M.

5 lbs 13.9 oz.

19 inches

Perfect...

Wide awake, looking around at everything...

Look how small he is in Derrick's hands...

Love at first sight...

Proud daddy....

Thanks everyone for helping me. Ricci and Derrick stayed up with me all night, keeping my spirits up and I appreciate it. Thanks Jessie and Ricci for filming and taking pictures. They're priceless. Thanks Mom for being there and to Rosie and Layne for driving down in the middle of the night to share this with us, and the biggest thanks goes to my wonderful husband. I couldn't ask for anything more. I love you.