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Saturday, May 10, 2008

Weighing in at 8 lbs 6 oz & 20" long...HANNAH CLAIRE MILLER!







You reach different points in life in which you leave something behind and move on. It's called growing up. We transition from the womb to the world; kindergarten to middle school; jr high to high school to college; parents to spouse; etc. We use all of these learning experiences along the way to mold us into who we become when we grow up.

There is nothing that could prepare me for the JOY I had last night when my baby made her feet-first entrance into this world. The most amazing miracle happened right before my eyes and I thank God we made it to St. Vincent's in time. It all started with a few afternoon contractions that were 10 minutes apart. The Dr. told us to wait until the contractions were 5 min apart before coming in. That was almost a mistake...

Our Church of the Highlands small group that Brandi & I co-lead was having our last get-together of the semester at our house, of all places. Brandi kept getting up from the table while we were eating our lasagna. After counting the contractions and talking to the nurse, we decided it was time to head to the hospital. I had not fixed a bag or got any of the necessary electronics together, so it was a mad dash to get the essentials in order and get out the door.

With guidance from God and the charger's hazard flashers, we made it to the Women's Center and got Brandi ready for the C-section. Shortly after our arrival, the nurses checked Brandi's vitals and discovered she was 6cm dilated. We had made it just in time! Brandi's doc was not on call this weekend, so Dr McKee helped us out. I got to film most of the delivery and Hannah Claire's 1st bath. We are so blessed by the Lord above and are so excited to share her with the rest of the world. I know I'm a little biased, but isn't she beautiful???

11 comments:

annieck said...

She is absolutely perfect!!! Congratulations, guys!!! I can't wait to meet that precious little lady. :):):)
As for her early entrance, she's on her own clock. That's my kind of lady. :):)
We love you, Hannah Claire!!! We picked up something special for you today. Can't wait to give it to you. :) We love all you guys. :)
Congrats, and HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY, BRANDI!!!

Anonymous said...

yay- i am so glad she is healthy and that you made it to the hospital in time. she is sooooo cute!!! brandi i think she looks so much like you!!

we are loving being home with little noah and even though there are ups and downs with the c-section pain, it's just so incredible. i know you are going to love every minute brandi- it's amazing. i am so glad our little ones are just days apart so we can walk through all of these "firsts" together.

congrats to both of you and happy mother's day!

rach

Rachael said...

HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY, Brandi! Hannah Claire is sooooo beautiful! I look forward to meeting her one day. Congratulations!!! She is so precious!!!

Miranda said...

She is so beautiful! I know you will all have so many happy moments that started with that great moment Friday night!! I am so glad we were able to come down and see Hannah Claire. I am sure we will make it by to see her (and her Mommy and Daddy) again soon!

Anonymous said...

What a wonderful Mother's Day gift.
We were praying for the three of you this morning when I thought it was time for you to go into the delivery room. She is beautiful. Congratulations!!
Lisa

Anonymous said...

Congratulations!!!! on your new bundle of joy from your family at Akins Medical Clinic.

Anonymous said...

What a precious family and a beautiful baby! Congratulations guys! (Also love the cute cupcakes with Hannah Claire's initials- what a cute idea). Anyway, have so much fun with your sweet little baby- I will be praying for you guys as you get adjusted to life at home with your baby- hope you two aren't too exhausted- don't worry- no sleep doesn't last forever!
Kelly Dorough

Fuller Family said...

Yippee!! I was so excited to hear the news! She is so cute and sweet looking. Don't you just love them!?! Parenthood is so wonderful.. and tiring as I am sure you are discovering! Can't wait to see an updated post. Enjoy your sweet baby!
Love, the Fullers

Anonymous said...

Brandi and Shane,
HC is gorgeous! Emma Kate and I are fired up to get back to Trussville and visit. I am afraid that Emma Kate will think HC is her baby doll, so we will be working on that over the next week and a half. I am so glad that all of you are doing well and know that there is lots of fun ahead!

Love,
Cile

The Reeds said...

Hey guys,
Congratulations! She is beautiful! We can't wait to meet her!
Love,
Mike and April
ps- I want to see more pics of HC and her nursery with the pretty furniture:)

The Reeds said...

MORE PICTURES please!! I know yall aren't busy now that you're home:) Just kidding!