Our Bundle of Joy has Arrived

Daniel Has Arrived!

Daniel Parker Gallagher was born this past Friday, July 25, 2008 at 7:50pm. He weighed in at 8lb 1oz and measured 20 inches long.

After 13 hours of labor, I was taken in for a cesarean section. I'm doing great and so is Daniel. The doctors say he's a very healthy baby. We came home from the hospital Monday morning and have been enjoying every minute. Dad is doing great. He has been wonderful with his new son.

We're still trying to get into a routine. We've had a few sleepless nights, but that is to be expected. In all, we are doing great and we are both absolutely smitten with our new son.

Well, enough about us....here's what you really want- PICTURES!!!

Proud Mommy and Daddy

Daniel meets his Mamie and Mom-mom for the first time

Daniel and Pop-pop

Daniel with Uncle Jason and Aunt Kaylee
Mamie, Grammy Flo and Aunt Linda enjoying every second with Daniel
After a sleepless night at the hospital...
Daniel's car ride home
Home at last

No Baby Yet

I had my weekly check up yesterday. This baby is not ready to come out! I have another check up scheduled this coming Wednesday and, more than likely, will end up being induced shortly thereafter if he still hasn't come yet.

I'm done with work for now, so I'm glad to have the time at home to prepare. I've also been able to spend some time visiting with the twins this week. I just melt everytime I hear them say "Auntie Beth."

We're almost there!!

Well, there's only 11 more days until Daniel is due, but realistically, he could come any minute. We're so excited for his arrival. Mike's been working really hard around the house getting all kinds of projects done, and I've been running around trying to keep the place clean. I've definitely come into my "nesting" phase.

The nursery is all ready for Daniel's arrival. I've included some pictures, but to get the full effect, you'll just have to come by and see it for yourself.

We're so lucky to have such wonderful friends and family who have been supporting us and helping us prepare. I'm sure you're all as eager as we are to meet Daniel.

I know a lot of people have been asking for "belly" pictures...as soon as I find one I like, I'll put it up here- hopefully before I deliver.

Here's a little preview of Daniel...it's an enhanced photo from my last ultrasound. Many thanks to my big brother Jason whose talent is immeasurable.

NOTE: Jason drew all of the pictures that are haging in the nursery.