We are pleased to announce:
Henry
I couldn't be more in love with my new little boy. After starving all day we went to the hospital for the schedueled C-section. I was already in full blown labor when we got to the hospital, however the baby wasn't tolerating the contractions very well and we easily made the decision to go ahead with the C-Section instead of waiting for labor to progress. (I don't think it was ever even an option in my doctor's opinion) I was nervous to have a spinal, but it went really well and we had the best team of doctors in the OR and they put me right at ease. Within a few minutes met our new little boy. I was immediately taken with how big his feet and hands are. He suprised us with his mullet of dark hair. I thought when they washed it it would turn red, but so far he is officially not a redhead. We are the best nursing team out of the four and he is gaining weight without any suplementing!!! This makes me sooo happy. This fact alone has made the recovery a lot easier. We spent four days bonding in the hospital while Jeff recovered from the dreaded swine flu and what Henry will have to endure in hand-me-downs he will benefit from having a much more relaxed, confident mommy. I am enjoying every minute this time and the boys are so excited about their new brother. I missed them so much while I was at the hospital and it is good to be home.
In true Brian and Lanae style it took us a while to settle on a name, but I am also in love with our final decision. Brian's mom's grandfather's name was Henry. He was one of the first homesteaders that immigrated to Canada. He was a good man and I like the Canadian connection. The poor little guy will be forever spelling his middle name for everyone, but if I survived, so will he. It is neat to see my name again. I can't wat to see his little personality. I feel so blessed to have another healthy little man come to our home.
The night before I went to the hospital Jeff kept asking to go to bed so it could be the "baby day". When we got ready to go to bed we found him on the rug in the hall. He is sooo happy the baby looks like him and loves to tell everyone.
Because of the "swine flu" the boys couldn't come to the hospital, they were so sad, but were ready to do anything we asked to see the baby when we got home. Even if it meant wearing masks until all the flu symptoms in our house are gone. They are so good about getting the hand sanitizer and masks when Henry wakes up.
They are such big helpers. As soon as I sit down to nurse I have three cups of water beside me. Ben picks out a new outfit for Henry everytime we change his diaper. Jeffey gets him toys when he cries and Lukey takes the diapers to the trash. Let's see how long the novelty lasts, but I'll take it!
Here is the green crib Ben drew for Lukey. I was worried he would be jealous, but he is just happy he isn't the baby anymore and loves to touch Henry's feet and watch me feed him my "tunnels".
Jeffey drew Henry in his crib. He is my "smotherer". He is constantly around the baby and loves to talk to him. He asked me today why Henry was "eating my elbows". We will go over anatomy in a few years, but for now tunnels and elbows work just great!!
Benjamin drew the toy he got for Henry. He also got a new Wii game while mom was in the hospital and the two new additions have made for an exciting weekend for Ben. He is so helpful and big.
Henry in his crib, by Ben.
Henry swaddled, his favorite place to be.
Henry is one lucky boy to have three older brothers that love him. When he cries they all converge with blankets toys and a song, usually "I had a little turtle" to comfort him. It is really rewarding to see all of them start to be friends.
