We have a Girl :)

Madelyn Audrey Vossler

December 1st, 2010 at 10:15am

8lbs, 12ozs and 20 3/4" long

Our surprise has arrived, and we couldn't be more happy or in love (but what new baby doesn't spur those emotions?) I didn't think I had an instinct, but when they yelled "It's a Girl!", I was stunned. I guess I really thought it was going to be a boy. In fact, our sweet Madelyn didn't have a name until she was an hour or two old. Not that we didn't have any names on our list, but I hadn't committed to anything because I was positive it was going to be a boy. She came into the world quickly. I entered Hoag hospital at midnight for my induction. By the time I filled out paperwork, got into a room, and was started on my IV and pitocen it was 3am. I hadn't even dilated to a 1 when I was admitted. Seven hours later (and about 10 minutes of pushing) she was born.  It was a textbook and enjoyable labor and delivery. She is now 4 days new and has kind of found her place in this world. She hardly ever cries, gives me a 6 hour stretch of sleep every night, and is cuter than cute. She looks so much like Olivia. She is precious and perfect and I can't imagine life without her. The kids haven't spent too much time with her - but in the little bit they have, Lucas is the most thrilled with her. Asking to hold her all the time and already very protective of her. Olivia has yet to hold her, and gets a little bit closer to her every encounter we have. But she's still very unsure of this new arrival. My wonderful in-laws have had the kids since Maddy was born, and we'll officially be a family of 5 on Monday. It will definitely be an adventure, but I have a feeling Maddy is going to make this transition an easy one on me. So far, she has been nothing short of EASY. And just for the record, deciding that the gender would be a delivery surprise was such an amazing experience. The emotion of waiting for everyone to yell the gender was overwhelming and so much fun. I wouldn't trade the experience for anything in the world!

Well, God is good. Always. Trei and I are so excited and blessed by our growing family and can't believe how far we've come since meeting 8 years ago. We never would have expected to be in this place - but we also can't imagine life any differently. We are having so much fun. 

Look for more photos of Maddy and the kids. I plan on pulling out my camera this week and capture Maddy's in her first official photo session - PLUS, we're having our family photos taken by my wonderful friend Eden on Wednesday. I can't wait.

Oh, and thank you to everyone for your congratulations. We are blessed by a wonderful group of family and friends. We love you all!

Love, Melissa (and Trei, Lucas, Olivia and Madelyn)

*oh, and click on the photo to see it larger :)

 

Comments

[Nicki B]

So happy for you :)

[Aunt Judy]

I love the pictures, Melissa! We are so thrilled for you all and for us too. More additions to the family are always so special and welcome!!!
Much love and our prayers too,
Aunt Judy (Uncle Jim too)

[elizabeth]

We are so excited for you guys! Welcome to the world baby Maddy! Evelyn and Tyson want to come see you guys so badly. We love you all!

[Kate]

She's so beautiful! Congratulations!