Sunday, February 18, 2007

My Valentine

Right after his delivery
Sweet baby

Going home outfit
Leaving the hospital! (finally)

Welcome to the world my new love. I did not know life could be this sweet.

Tristan Michael started to make his entrance with a very surprising water break at 11:00 pm on 2/13. Shaking and scared out of my mind I headed to the hospital. He was delivered the next day, Valentine's Day, at 8:32 a.m. Great labor! Yes, I did get the epidural and God bless those of you who do not! I have to say, I LOVED labor. This is really weird, but it is a huge privilege to deliver a child--no matter how you do it. Wow. He had some minor breathing issues, but was never on oxygen or anything. He was literally considered term on that very day, so his lungs were still "young", but that resolved after several hours. He has a minor fever spike for a couple of days (not really sure why--no infections found!) and I was Group B Strep positive, so we had to stay in the hospital for an extra couple of days. All is well! He is BEAUTIFUL (but I am a little biased)!

I will post more very soon when I am more rested...these pics are some teasers! Thank you all for your prayers, calls and visits!


14 comments:

laura said...

Nicki, he is gorgeous! The three of you look precious together. We are thankful for a great delivery and that everyone is doing well. We can't wait to come your way and see him soon! Rest up and enjoy your new Valentine! We love you!

JTapp said...

Wow, he really is cute. Congrats!

lauren said...

He is such a gorgeous, sweet, perfect newborn!! I love him and can't wait to hold him again! I know you're enjoying having your little Valentine home now!

aWare said...

I am so excited to see pictures! He is so sweet! I love his going home outfit! I can't wait to watch him grow! I loved labor too, what a miracle! Iam so glad you are feeling good!

Megan and Luke said...

Congrats! Welcome to parenthood. It is such an incredible joy!

Kimberly said...

Yeah! Welcome to the world beautiful boy! He is Beautiful and I"m so happy everything went so well for you guys! Can't wait to see more pictures!!! Congratulations!

Joni said...

Congratulations, dear Wilsons! He is BEAUTIFUL and PERFECT and I can't wait to meet him! I'm so glad everything turned out well for you guys!

Charla (SHar-la) said...

YAY! I love the pics of baby Tristan! I am so excited for you all! I am hoping some day I can come visit him when we come to see Corrie and Ryan! Take care!

Suzanne said...

awwww! tears- looking at those pics!! i feel like i already know little tristan! i'm so glad that your labor went well and the epidural worked great! what a blessing! nicki, he is beautiful! thank you for posting!!

Melissa said...

He's gorgeous!! Congratulations!!!

Ryan said...

Welcomne Home Tristan!! Welcome Home!! /Ty Pennington impression

Tiffany said...

Oh my goodness! He is perfect! What a blessing....enjoy every moment. Congrats!

Anonymous said...

Dont cry Ryan

Lance/Misty said...

CONGRATULATIONS! What a beauty! Way to go Mom!!!