A Birth Story: Claire Elizabeth

When I found out my friend Carla was expecting a baby, I just had to throw out the idea of documenting the birth. I prepared myself for being laughed at and promptly being thrown out of the room. But, she was totally for it!

Now, fast forward to this Thursday, her doctor's appointment confirmed a scheduled induction for Wednesday morning, the 28th. I have to say...I was disappointed by this news. A middle of the week, middle of the day birth doesn't mesh well with my other job. So, I was bummed out.

Friday night I got this text from Carla's husband, Justin:

And off to the hospital we go!
10:16pm - waiting, waiting, waiting...


10:23pm - The doctor is here! She and Carla's nurse were wonderful!


10:34pm - Sweet Justin giving Carla some much deserved ice chips.

10:45pm - Contractions are coming on stronger and faster. She was probably the most polite mother in labor you've ever seen. None of the screaming or absurd cliches fit this tough cookie.
Nurse: "Do you feel like pushing?"
Carla: "Sure."

10:55pm - Claire Elizabeth is here!


Eyes are wide open!







Congratulations to Carla & Justin! I love you guys. Your baby girl is beautiful. I so look forward to documenting this first wonderful year of Claire.