Welcome Adam Henry!

Adam made his arrival on August 30 -- one day after his due date, just like his big bro Josh. He was born at Inanna Birthing Center, and he was our second water birth. He was also our second largest, which I was totally happy with. I had mentally prepared myself for a 9 pounder, so 8 lbs., 3 oz. was fine by me! Here are a few pictures of his first week of life:

More details about the birth --

I rather loudly complained about my last weeks of pregnancy. It was above 100 most days, and I felt like Adam was going to arrive soon every minute of every day. I was glad to wake up at 1:15 a.m. on August 30 with the realization that the time had come! I took a shower, primped, tried to get a little more rest, and finally called my mom around 4:45 to let her know her assistance was needed with the older kids. We made it to the birthing center around 6:15. Jean Sala Smith was our midwife (she also delivered Josh), and she was awesome, as usual! I was absolutely exhausted, and I thought it was too good be true when she told me I might deliver before the birthing assistant had time to get there. After what seemed like very few really strong contractions, she told me I could push, and, voila! There he was, sweet as can be and such a tiny little human being! His official arrival time was 7:15.

We adore him and are doing our best to enjoy and appreciate this little time of chaos and exhaustion!