Aubrey Posted August 11, 2008 Share Posted August 11, 2008 And 1yo just ran out of crackers, found me, & deleted my entire. post. :glare: And "resting" is boring. And dh is pushy about it. More so than before. :glare: But in a nice way. Anyway, y'all know my water broke Sat around 3. Contractions didn't start until Sun around 2. Since I've had fast births in the past (3hrs, 19 min, 4 hrs), mw agreed to let me stay home past the 24 hr mark IF I'd take an IV of antibiotics. I did, & we agreed that if I wasn't in *really* active labor by 8:30, I'd go to the hospital. Progress was much slower than previous births, but baby was born at 7:59PM, no problems. Dc were home by...9:30 or 10 (from neighbor's), & I couldn't believe how sweet they were. I mean, the big ones are big enough to understand, you know, but 1yo...I wasn't sure how she'd handle it. She fussed when she saw me holding baby. I handed him to dh & took her (oh my goodness, she's heavy!), but she still fussed. She wanted to hold him! So we put him in her arms, & she made a big amazed "O" w/ her mouth, grinned, & pointed. Then she laid her face on him & "hugged" him. Later, she tried to give him another hug, but kind-of got him in the face. He cried, & we tried to tell her it was ok, but she just became completely inconsolable. This AM, she's been smiling, pointing, hugging, & carrying around a baby of her own. Ds7 came in to see if baby was real this AM, & just stood over us, glowing. Finally, he said, "I just think we should pray...a prayer of...thanks." And he did!! :001_smile: Sweet child. Dd5 is being the lone dissenter, not in affection, but in name. While the rest of us have been calling him Caedmon (w/ a short a sound), she insists on calling him Paul. LOL Caedmon was a shepherd who was supposed to have had a vision of an angel & been inspired w/ what became the first recorded English...hymn or psalm or poem. Not sure if the classification matters, but it's in Old English, & was supposed to have been so beautiful that the queen requested an audience w/ him to hear it. We chose the name when we were pg w/ #2, in case she was a boy. Basically, we see it as pastoral, peaceful, the English equivalent of David. And Paul is for dh's grmother, a woman so wonderful that, although she died LONG before dh & I met, I feel like I knew her, & she's still a common topic of conversation in his fam. Baby is very peaceful & started nursing w/in minutes. Slept pretty much thr the night last night, which was nice, & has made up for that by eating almost nonstop today. We finished reading Charlotte's Web this afternoon, all 6 of us together, & it was so lovely. But that's all dh would let me do! I'm a terrible patient. I get *so* bored. And I feel guilty for sitting around doing nothing. I even feel guilty for not napping. Then I get grumpy because I feel guilty. Eventually, I think dh will figure out that he needs to make up jobs for me to do. (Kind-of like I did for him during labor. Shh!) Alright, wonderful ladies, I have to go before I get caught! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pam "SFSOM" in TN Posted August 11, 2008 Share Posted August 11, 2008 Alright, wonderful ladies, I have to go before I get caught! Wonderful. Just wonderful. What a precious time. I am all aflutter for you. Dd 15 is asking when she can read your book. So get on that, ok? (In case you need something to do.) *mwaaaah*!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Virginia Dawn Posted August 11, 2008 Share Posted August 11, 2008 Rats! I thought I was going to get to be the first person to congratulate you. Pam beat me to it. Congratulations, and let everyone take care of you. You'll wish you had later, if you don't now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brindee Posted August 11, 2008 Share Posted August 11, 2008 OOhhhh! Thankyou for thinking of us and telling us the stories! Cute, cute, cute! Glad things are going well and little Paul...........I mean Caedmon is doing well! :grouphug::001_wub::grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scarlett Posted August 11, 2008 Share Posted August 11, 2008 Wonderful. Just wonderful. What a precious time. I am all aflutter for you. My feelings exactly. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tarheel Heather Posted August 11, 2008 Share Posted August 11, 2008 It all sounds so wonderful! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
~Tara~ Posted August 11, 2008 Share Posted August 11, 2008 Aww So good to hear from you Aubrey. :) Love the name. Good to hear the kids are enjoying the bebe. Do get yourself some rest. I know, I don't like that 'having' to rest part much either, but really, just take it easy. Snuggle that bebe *smooches* Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Katia Posted August 11, 2008 Share Posted August 11, 2008 Thanks for the inside scoop. I'm so happy for you and your family. I feel like I 'know' you. :001_smile: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sleepy Posted August 11, 2008 Share Posted August 11, 2008 Aw, thanks so much for checking in, Aubrey! I always love hearing birth stories. I'm just so happy for you all. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1bassoon Posted August 11, 2008 Share Posted August 11, 2008 What a sweet, sweet post, Aubrey. You should print it for the baby book!!! . . . .wait, this is #4. Never mind, just print it and hide it under the t-shirts. It's too sweet to lose! :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
E_Edgerton Posted August 11, 2008 Share Posted August 11, 2008 Thanks for the update Aubrey. Your newest addition already has quite a fan club. Looking forward to the next update. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Twinmom Posted August 11, 2008 Share Posted August 11, 2008 Oh, what a sweet story, Aubrey! What a beautiful family you have. Please do rest, at least a little, and post an update again when you can. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quiver0f10 Posted August 11, 2008 Share Posted August 11, 2008 Thanks for sharing! Enjoy that sweet boy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tap Posted August 11, 2008 Share Posted August 11, 2008 Congratulations to you and your family. ~Tap Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kls126s Posted August 11, 2008 Share Posted August 11, 2008 I've been on vacation w/o reliable Internet access and fretting that baby would be born and it would be days before I could find out how you were and how baby was! So glad to hear it was a peaceful birth and the dc are thankful and proud. Love the name too. Blessings on your family. Do get some rest! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jennifer in MI Posted August 12, 2008 Share Posted August 12, 2008 Yeah!!!! Thanks for more details (even if it is from the privacy of your closet!). Sounds like you have a wonderful dh - please take his advice and REST!!! You'll need it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Soph the vet Posted August 12, 2008 Share Posted August 12, 2008 Congratulations! Thanks for the interesting explanation as to the origin of his name. And here I thought "maybe she's a huge Caedmon's Call fan?" Get it...Caedmon's Call....Caedmon Paul? Anyway, enjoy this precious time with your new one! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
8filltheheart Posted August 12, 2008 Share Posted August 12, 2008 I am so happy for you that everything went so well. I love the name! :) Enjoy the pampering! It will disappear soon enough. ;) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michelle in MO Posted August 12, 2008 Share Posted August 12, 2008 We're all so very happy for you! He's a beautiful baby boy! Please try to get as much rest as you can, OK? :grouphug: :grouphug: :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gardenschooler Posted August 12, 2008 Share Posted August 12, 2008 Congratulations, Aubrey. I'm glad all is well. :grouphug: I knew you'd name him something romantic! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amy in Orlando Posted August 12, 2008 Share Posted August 12, 2008 Congratulations! I'm so happy everything went well. Love the name Caedmon! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newbie Posted August 12, 2008 Share Posted August 12, 2008 That is so funny, you are hiding in closet. Sitting still would drive me crazy. And how great, he slept through the night. He is a keeper. What a good baby. You are truly blessed with a wonderful family. Hugs to all. Jet Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doran Posted August 12, 2008 Share Posted August 12, 2008 I missed the excitement of the breaking of your water (doesn't that sound official?) because I was out of town. But, to come home to this story, and you, all blissed out on baby, and your adorable children positively gushing with love for their mother and baby brother. Well, my dear, it's even better than all that sex talk we were having before you delivered! ;););) I'm thrilled for you. I was with a tiny one month old this weekend (a niece) and can just imagine your beautiful boy in all his freshness. Ahhhh! :001_smile: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kailuamom Posted August 12, 2008 Share Posted August 12, 2008 Alright, wonderful ladies, I have to go before I get caught! I am so glad you updated (risking a scolding and all!). I am so happy for you -- your birth story is wonderful and it seems as if little Caedmon is engulfed in a whole lot of love over there. Congratulations to the whole family! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs Mungo Posted August 12, 2008 Share Posted August 12, 2008 Congratulations!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
King Alfred Academy Posted August 12, 2008 Share Posted August 12, 2008 What a great day you and your family had! The presence of a new baby is precious! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tammyla Posted August 12, 2008 Share Posted August 12, 2008 :grouphug: Thank you for sharing such a beautiful time with us.:grouphug: I'm so happy for you. Blessings to you and all your babies. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teamturner Posted August 12, 2008 Share Posted August 12, 2008 I'm so glad the birth went so well and you got to have him at home. I love the name and was very impressed with your son's email. It was precious. I can't believe you are already reading to your kids. I think that's more energy than I would have. Take advantage of all the rest and extra help! And enjoy the new little one. He is beautiful! Blessings, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lolly Posted August 12, 2008 Share Posted August 12, 2008 That is such a wonderful picture. (Not the hiding in the closet part!) Congratulations. You have the sweetest family. On other fronts, I hate to tell you this so shortly after you have given birth, but I just knocked you up!:lol: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
readwithem Posted August 12, 2008 Share Posted August 12, 2008 Website of an AWESOME Texas group - http://www.caedmonscall.com/ Thanks for the update - it feels like we've all birthed this baby together :) :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brindee Posted August 12, 2008 Share Posted August 12, 2008 That is such a wonderful picture. (Not the hiding in the closet part!) Congratulations. You have the sweetest family. On other fronts, I hate to tell you this so shortly after you have given birth, but I just knocked you up!:lol: So soon Lolly? Couldn't you just wait a LITTLE longer....give her a chance to catch her breath and all? :confused: You're funny! :lol: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
muffinmom Posted August 12, 2008 Share Posted August 12, 2008 Thanks for sharing your story, Aubrey! Your ds7 sounds so sweet! And if you really need something to keep you busy, you could come here and tackle my to-do list, and I'll be glad to rest and cuddle the new, sweet baby! Now, go...get out of the closet. :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WTMCassandra Posted August 12, 2008 Share Posted August 12, 2008 Wow, Aubrey! Congratulations! You sound as spunky as ever! You go, girl! Sounds like you are doing GREAT! Snuggle Caedmon for us! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Remudamom Posted August 12, 2008 Share Posted August 12, 2008 Pronounce that name for me, I know I'm going to love it. Scottish? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kate CA Posted August 12, 2008 Share Posted August 12, 2008 Pronounce that name for me, I know I'm going to love it. Scottish? My brother's son has this name. They pronounce it Kaydmun. (Accent on first syllable.) There is a Christian group with the same first word - Caedmon's Call. That isn't where they got the name, but it is the easiest place to hear the pronunciation. :) I think this is what Aubrey is referring to with regards to the history of the name. We love it. :001_smile: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aubrey Posted August 12, 2008 Author Share Posted August 12, 2008 My brother's son has this name. They pronounce it Kaydmun. (Accent on first syllable.) There is a Christian group with the same first word - Caedmon's Call. That isn't where they got the name, but it is the easiest place to hear the pronunciation. :) I think this is what Aubrey is referring to with regards to the history of the name. We love it. :001_smile: This is all true, but (don't tell your bro) the band pronounces it incorrectly. Alternatively? At least, accd to my Med Lit prof, whose class I took *before* I'd heard of the band. Imagine if we called the Aeneid the Aynede!! I yhink that's basically what the band has done. Either way, it sure makes the name more confusing & kind-of lends credence to 5yo's insistence upon calling him Paul. LOL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lovemywhirlygirls Posted August 12, 2008 Share Posted August 12, 2008 Welcome Baby Caedmon!!! I am very excited to hear that all went well! Good news is welcome. I'm in Ft. Walton Beach, Florida on vacation trying not to have a bad attitude about the overcast/rainy weather. This news perks me up. Will continue to pray for you guys as you settle into this new family structure! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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