On Friday, the 13th (our lucky day) Momma C, Rob, Kari, Rich and Rocky accompanied Jack and I home. We made quite an exit from the hospital, with Rocky riding on my lap in the wheelchair. The whole experience went so much smoother than last time, what without the labor and all. The longest and toughest part seemed to be finding a vein for the IV. They stuck me so many times I started throwing up, which continued throughout the day. The actual surgery was incredibly quick, with a swift slice and yank of baby's feet and staple job lasting only 10 minutes total. It was amazing. I actually got to hold the baby afterwards this time, which was a great improvement and numbed the shock of what had just occurred. I was thinking that this was a piece of cake and that c-sections were the way to go until the next day when the spinal-administered morphine wore off, and I actually felt like my stomach had been sliced open. Ouch. Fortunately, I have lots of help. Momma C has been taking good care of us, and Rocky has been having a blast with Uncle Rob and Aunt Kari. He struggled in the "hosipal" as he called it, and just wanted to cuddle next to me in bed asking me concerned questions about all the tubes/IV. Every few minutes he would exclaim, "Baby came out of your tummy mommy." It wasn't until I came home from the hospital that Davey showed an interest in his little brother, comforting him when he cried by stroking his head gently and saying, "It's okay Jack. Brother right here." He kept bringing him toys and saying, "He's so cute." Today, out of nowhere he brought me a stack of diapers while I was feeding Jack and said, "Diapers for the baby." I think he's going to be a good helper. To celebrate Father's Day today, Rich has been cleaning, cooking, doing laundry and fixing our drains. Yep, all the toilets, tubs and sinks are backed up today from clogged underground roots. Figures. Happy Father's Day Rich! He appreciates his gift from me though, baby Jack, as it was really hard to make. Let's hope he wants something different next year.
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Awww Rocky is going to be a great big brother! We hope you have a super quick recovery!
Sorry about the barfing and the big slice in your abdomen. On a brighter note, at least you have a willing and able big brother around to help out. Sounds like Rocky's doing a great job. Happy Father's Day to Rich. What a dad, drain cleaner and all!
Baby Jack is really cute and it sounds like David is going to be a great big brother. How fun for you-- your family is growing! Miss you.
you guys should be very proud. you've just birthed the united states best and most effective weapon against all impending terrorist attacks. and also the best pirate captain, happy evil villain, singing cowboy, comic-relief treasure hunter, and father to jennifer garner. and he's super cute, too!
and if all that ever makes rocky feel insignificant, just remind him that he has the raddest nickname and hair ever in existence.
Jodi, Congratulations! I am so happy that this time was less eventful, and Jack is adorable! You are an amazing mom. Have a great recovery, and stay hopped up on those meds... it will make Jack sleep more! There is nothing wrong with that.
I LOVE YOU GUYS!
julie
Jack is darling. C-section babies have great heads! People always feel sorry for me having c-sections, but I think it is great to have it all planned out. I hope you are feeling better soon. At least you still have your sense of humor. Congrats you guys!
What a handsome little boy! He is sooo cute! I'm so excited for you guys... :-)
I love the name! My hero is Jack on Lost. He is sooo cute, but I wouldn't have expected anything less! Great job there you two!
Let me clarify...YOUR Jack is sooo cute! (Although the one from Lost isn't bad either;-)
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