Wyatt's Birth Story

We knew Wyatt was going to be a big baby... but we had no idea just how big. When we went in for his 36-week appointment, he was measuring in at 9 pounds. At that rate, on his due date April 29, he would have been close to an 11-pound baby. I wasn't looking forward to trying to push out an 11-pound baby and my doctor frankly didn't think my body would be able to do it.

So we scheduled a C-Section for one-week prior to this due date. I had mixed feelings about this. I wanted to experience labor and I was afraid I would miss out on it by scheduling his birth. I was right. I prayed that my water would break and I'd go into labor on my own but April 22 came and he was just too comfy.

My parents and Greg's parents stayed with us the night before Wyatt's birth and followed us to the hospital bright and early. To say we were all excited was an understatement. However, I was probably the most nervous out of everyone. 

Last belly shot. I still can't believe he fit in there!

My friend Courtney, who had two C-Sections by the same doctor, laid out the process to me. But it was all still nerve wracking. I spent two hours sitting in a bed, being hooked up to monitors, answering questions and being poked by needles. Dr. Cowan came in to chat prior to going back to the OR. I love my doctor. If you're having a baby in the North Austin area, check out Dr. Robert Cowan with Austin Area OB/GYN. He was great throughout the whole process. He was laid back and confident, which is just was the worrier needed.

Prepped and ready to go! 

When it was time, I walked back to the OR. The room was bright white and filled with people. I sat on the table and immediately prepped for the spinal. I have scoliosis. The anesthesiologist had a bit of an issue getting the needle in my spine. Let's just say it did not feel good but he did a good job. Within minutes, my legs and torso were numb. I will say there is no modesty in having a baby. In that room filled with people, I was laid up on the table, exposed to the world. The things we mothers do... 

Dr. Cowan came in, ready to go. Then it was Greg's turn. He was so cute. I could tell he was a little nervous. He was quiet. I kept asking him what they were doing. He did look over the curtain and didn't get sick. I'm thankful because he got some amazing pictures of Wyatt's birth, which took all of 10 minutes from beginning to end. It's amazing how fast they were able to get him out. 

His first breathe!  

All the way out. What a blessing...

Dr. Cowan did take a few extra minutes working to get Wyatt's head and shoulders out. He was a big boy for sure. Once he was out, the entire room of nurses and doctors talked about how big he was. At 9lbs, 12 oz, he was big. I remember the first time I saw him, besides thinking how stinkin' cute he was, I thought "Wow, he has a big head." 

Momma's first look at her little man.

We're so blessed to have this perfect, amazing little man. He's so laid back. He gets fussy when he's hungry or has a dirty diaper. Other than that, he's happy and healthy!