Baby 2 is HERE!

Luke Tyler

June 8, 2011

7 lb 4 oz

Because of Ann's preeclampsia, they induced her 3 weeks early for the safety of her and baby Luke.  They started the induction process last night (softening the cervix...which started contractions).  This morning around 9 or 10 am they started the pitocin (she was dilated to a 2).  Around 1:30 I decided to load up our stuff and take the boys to Tyler and Ann's house (which is 5 minutes rather than an hour from the hospital) to hang out until it was closer to time.  I told the boys we'd go swimming in their neighborhood pool and have fun until it was time for baby Luke to be born.  Tyler texted me at 2 pm and said, "She is at an 8 now!"  WHAT!?!?!  I had to call and verify over the phone that he hadn't just hit the wrong number while texting!  I was shocked (and very excited) at how fast her labor was going.  I didn't expect it to be so fast since she was 3 weeks early!  I hurried to get the boys in the car, pick up GG, and then we raced to the hospital.  We made it there just as Ann was starting to push!  She pushed for over an hour (and was really close to pushing him out) when all of the sudden her blood pressure went up and Luke's heart rate started to drop.  They didn't know why and the doctor wanted to make sure everyone was safe...so she opted for an emergency c-section. 

Luke Tyler was born at 4:44 pm and Tyler and Ann got to hear his sweet little cry before they rushed him off to the NICU to be evaluated.  His right lung was partially collapsed, but this was easily resolved.  He was put on a little oxygen to aid in his breathing (totally normal for a baby his age) and the doctor said he looked really good!  I couldn't believe how big he was considering he is 3 weeks early!  Imagine how big he'd have been if he was born at 40 weeks!!! 

Tyler was able to see Luke last night in the NICU and took this precious picture....

Mom stayed at the hospital until after the doctor evaluated Luke and she told me that the doctor said Luke is doing great.  It sounds like he may not even have to stay in the NICU the whole time Ann's in the hospital!  YAY! 

Matt brought Collin and Katelyn up to the hospital to see Ann and the boys somehow convinced Matt to let them have a sleepover at his house.  That means I'll have to go back to Flower Mound today to pick up Brody...and go see Tyler, Ann, and Luke ;)  I can't wait to actually see my new nephew in person!  I'm so happy for Tyler and Ann and know they are going to be amazing parents.