James Walker’s birth story

On Tuesday morning, March 3, I got up around 6:00 a.m. I didn’t sleep great the night before. I was up a lot of the night to use the restroom and my belly was so big that I just couldn’t get comfortable at night. So I was ready to get up and get the day going. I got a shower and dried my hair. We packed lunches for the boys. I took one last belly pic to document 40 weeks pregnant with James Walker. (I had an ultrasound at 38 weeks and they predicted his weight at that time would be 9 lbs 8 oz, so we knew we had a sizable baby in there.)

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And then Todd and I took the Hudson and Hayes to school together.

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We grabbed our bags and hugged my parents goodbye, and drove to the hospital. I was a little more nervous this time for my c-section than I was with Hayes. I think just the idea of having surgery and thinking about my kids made me nervous. But we got to the hospital and had the sweetest nurses. They did everything they could to make me feel comfortable and make me laugh. And stuck me with a lot of needles! I got my IV, got hooked up to fluids, and just waited until our scheduled surgery time.

Todd changed into his scrubs and I got wheeled to the OR. Everyone was so reassuring while I was in there without Todd- just talking to me and making sure I was comfortable. The nurses talked me through the whole thing. (And even offered to be on camera duty to get pictures of James Walker’s arrival.) Once my spinal block was set and my blood pressure was under control, Todd came in and held my hand. And I knew it was getting closer. I felt a few tugs and then I heard James Walker cry. And then I cried and cried.

The doctor and all the nurses were going on and on about how big he was and how squishy he was, and I just couldn’t wait to see him!

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There is nothing, nothing, nothing like seeing your baby for the first time. After nearly 10 months of waiting and praying and just putting so much faith and trust in knowing that everything is going to be okay, finally seeing his sweet little face is the greatest feeling.

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Todd went with him to the bassinet and helped get him cleaned up. And then they brought James Walker to me and I got to kiss his cheeks and hold him for a minute.

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While they were finishing up my surgery, Todd got to do skin-to-skin with James Walker and they sat right by my head. I was able to talk to Todd and look at the baby – and that made the full experience for me. When Hayes was born, they rushed him off to the nursery and Todd went with him so I was left without my people in the OR. But this time I got to stare at my baby and talk to my husband and it was just such a sweet time.

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They took us to recovery where they weighed James Walker. They told me he weighed 11 lbs 2 oz and I said, “No way!” I felt all 11 pounds of him over the last few months. Just so much belly and so heavy!

I was able to nurse him in recovery and got great attention from the nurses. We made our way to our room and James Walker never left my arms. It was just heavenly. Then all the grandparents got there and they all got to hold him and kiss those sweet cheeks.

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I have lots of pictures of Hudson and Hayes meeting their brother and I’ll post those later this week. We’re just loving being home with our baby boy and doing our best to get into a routine and find our new normal. My mom and dad have been here. My dad left yesterday and my mom is staying for a while- until I can drive again. Their help has been wonderful for Todd and me! I’m feeling pretty good. I’d even say the second c-section is easier than the first. We’re sleepy, but nothing that I didn’t expect from having a newborn. We’re just so thankful!

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Comments

  1. says

    Congratulations Erin! What a blessing a new baby is. I agree with Trish when I saw his picture and said “he’s huge!” (and that is coming from a woman that had her first weigh 9 pounds 14 ounces and her second weigh 9 pounds 3 ounces). Enjoy every minute!

  2. Krista says

    Such a beautiful birth story! All those sweet picture make me so excited to meet our little guy in a few weeks! (3rd csection and I’m definitely a little nervous!)

  3. says

    I’ve been following along on IG and was so excited to see you welcome your third precious boy! But so fun to read his birth story as well:) Congratulations, Erin! Glad that both baby and mommy were healthy through it all:)

  4. says

    Good job documenting James Walker’s arrival, Erin. I love his name and goodness, he is one beautiful baby. It’s those perfect widdle cheekies. Congratulations again!!

  5. September says

    Congratulations, he’s beautiful!

    I’m curious why you’re not allowed to drive…is that a normal thing? Last year I had a c-section (granted, only my first) and was driving by 3-4 days postpartum.

  6. Leigh says

    He’s precious! I’m so happy for you! I had my second c-section last June and I was so nervous and worried and I knew what to expect. I hope your recovery is super smooth.

  7. says

    Erin! I misread your Facebook post when he was born. I thought he was 10 lbs. Wow, what a big, squishy little guy! 🙂

    It was incredibly touching that you made Hayes and Hudson’s lunches before sending them off on this big day.

  8. Rox says

    Just love this!

    Still can’t believe how perfect James Walker is!

    My due date is Monday. . . SO READY FOR CONNER JACK!

  9. Amanda says

    Such a sweet birth story. He looks so snuggly and sweet. So glad you got to have him with you during recovery. So many hospitals don’t do that. I know you loved that quiet time with him.

  10. says

    Congratulations on your sweet, adorable baby!! You were carrying a precious but heavy load! =) Hope your recovery is going well. Praying for y’all!

  11. says

    OH MY WORD..11 pounds, 2 oz! He is beautiful! Thank you for sharing your story. Made me get all teary-eyed, and it’s been 19 years since my youngest was born!

  12. says

    I just thought you were all baby before…now I KNOW…holy moly that is a lot of baby to love. My last was 9lbs 15oz and I thought that was huge. Love me some chunky baby love. Congrats.

  13. Jenny says

    I’m so glad he got to stay in there while they were finishing the surgery. One of the hardest parts of a c-section is not getting that initial bonding time, but it sounds like you got it! He sure is a cute one and I’m so happy for y’all!

  14. Nancy Nicholas says

    Erin, I am so happy for you and your sweet family! I know Allison reads your blog sometimes, and I know that you are an inspiration to her as a young mommy of an almost-two-year-old! Keep on blogging! Sending prayers to you and your family as you continue to adjust to your new schedule as a family of three boys. Love, Nancy <3

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