Friday, 25 March 2011
Jo Blogs: and there she was
Jo Blogs: and there she was: "Almost 16 years ago my darling daughter arrived into the world of breathing her own air, but for so many months before that we felt like we ..."
and there she was
Almost 16 years ago my darling daughter arrived into the world of breathing her own air, but for so many months before that we felt like we knew Madelyn, she was already deeply in our hearts. From early in the pregnancy we knew it was to be a daughter and always Madelyn from that moment.
Every check up revealed a greater risk of her early arrival and we were counselled on the effects of that scenario.
I just knew in my heart my daughter would be strong and feisty, and no one was going to predict when she would be born, she'd decide for herself thanks!
I 'd spend time daydreaming of her making mud pies and creating her own fun with whatever she could.
All the time I knew she was growing and developing well and we'd talk to her and encourage her to hang in there.
This day 16 years ago I headed off to King Edward hospital for the weekly check and usual lecture about Madelyn's pending early arrival, just like every other Monday.
I really didn't feel any different, just tired, usual for 34 weeks pregnant.
To every one's astonishment the doctor visit revealed I was 5 cms. dilated , aahhh, our Madelyn was on her way, how exciting to finally be meeting our little doll.
Early the next morning our hearts almost burst with pure joy as she was born absolutely perfect, first apgar score 9 out of 10. Our precious little bundle weighing in at 5 pounds was so incredibly pretty with beautiful dark hair and a rosebud look wrapped in a pink swaddle.
As we wept with joy she was handed to her darling Daddy as I went for surgery.
Hours later I woke crying, yearning, pleading to see my baby girl. It seemed too long to wait for my eventual return to my little family.
As I was wheeled into my room - there she was snuggled and asleep with her Dad in his loving arms. My heart leaped at this vision - what more could a woman ask for, I felt like the luckiest woman alive.
I have always known Madelyn has a strong character and even described herself as being feisty when she was about 10. It is amazing to think a developing baby in the womb has personality and a nature developing as well.
Now my beautiful (almost) 16 year old is so unique, has great wisdom and empathy.
Thank you my darling Maddi for being you and may you continue on the path of being your own person.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY MADDI - WE LOVE YOU DEARLY XXXXX
Every check up revealed a greater risk of her early arrival and we were counselled on the effects of that scenario.
I just knew in my heart my daughter would be strong and feisty, and no one was going to predict when she would be born, she'd decide for herself thanks!
I 'd spend time daydreaming of her making mud pies and creating her own fun with whatever she could.
All the time I knew she was growing and developing well and we'd talk to her and encourage her to hang in there.
This day 16 years ago I headed off to King Edward hospital for the weekly check and usual lecture about Madelyn's pending early arrival, just like every other Monday.
I really didn't feel any different, just tired, usual for 34 weeks pregnant.
To every one's astonishment the doctor visit revealed I was 5 cms. dilated , aahhh, our Madelyn was on her way, how exciting to finally be meeting our little doll.
Early the next morning our hearts almost burst with pure joy as she was born absolutely perfect, first apgar score 9 out of 10. Our precious little bundle weighing in at 5 pounds was so incredibly pretty with beautiful dark hair and a rosebud look wrapped in a pink swaddle.
As we wept with joy she was handed to her darling Daddy as I went for surgery.
Hours later I woke crying, yearning, pleading to see my baby girl. It seemed too long to wait for my eventual return to my little family.
As I was wheeled into my room - there she was snuggled and asleep with her Dad in his loving arms. My heart leaped at this vision - what more could a woman ask for, I felt like the luckiest woman alive.
I have always known Madelyn has a strong character and even described herself as being feisty when she was about 10. It is amazing to think a developing baby in the womb has personality and a nature developing as well.
Now my beautiful (almost) 16 year old is so unique, has great wisdom and empathy.
Thank you my darling Maddi for being you and may you continue on the path of being your own person.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY MADDI - WE LOVE YOU DEARLY XXXXX
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