Welcome Baby Freya.

On June 9, 2021, Alex and I made our way to the local hospital to be induced. Little did we know what a long process this would be.

We were told by the doctor we like, Dr. Flaherty, to show up any time after 12. We came around 1:30 to find out that the other ObGyn scheduled us for 6 pm, but no one bothered to tell us. Since we were already here, we just waited... And waited... And waited.

Around 6:30 we finally got our room since labor and delivery was (and still is) full. We get in, try to get settled. They start my medicine around 8 and we do more waiting. We were given permission for me to eat, since we last ate around 12, and boy I am glad we did.

We waited all night, and all the next day for Freya to make her appearance. I was given an IV to help speed things up. Unfortunately, my body just was not cooperating. We ended up having to do a C Section the morning of June 11. Well, I guess afternoon by the time we got all the paperwork in order.

Fortunately, and thank Heavenly Father, I didn't have to go fully under anesthesia and sleep. I was able to be awake and that means Alex was able to be in the OR with us. I am so thankful for the OR staff. They were so helpful, polite and knowledgeable. They captured some photos for us, like this beautiful one of Alex cutting her umbilical cord. I wasn't able to witness it as I was still in surgery. 

Now, while we were on the "No Plan" birth plan, I was hoping to be able to give birth naturally. I know better though than to try to plan anything medical wise. I was mentally prepared for a C Section as well. I prayed a lot these last few days because I saw it coming. I prayed for peace and to not be anxious. I was scared I would have a panic attack. But heavenly Father always shows up for me. 

She is my miracle baby. The one I was told I would never have. I've prayed for years and years for her. When I met Alex, I knew he was the one. So Heavenly Father and I had plenty of conversations about this. I love Alex and I want a family with him. I guess Heavenly Father is telling me this is where I am supposed to be. To be a mother to this beautiful little girl. To be a bonus mother to Willow. And to be the wife of one of the most amazing men I've ever met.