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Ruby loves her Gigi

I have decided that Ruby and her Gigi are kindred spirits...

Last night, I wandered into my parents' room around 2:30am and asked for help with Ruby. David and I had been trying to soothe her for over two hours with no success. I was exhausted and just wanted to get an hour or two of sleep. Gigi gladly agreed and went to the nursery with Ruby while I climbed into bed. 

FIVE HOURS LATER, my mother came into the bedroom and woke me. She had kept Ruby happy for a record five hours without eating so that I could get some much needed sleep. Maybe Gigi and Ruby will be the two night owls of the family, up until all hours of the night hanging out together. 

Ruby's First Pediatrician's Appointment

We bundled up Ruby, enjoyed the colder weather and went to the doctor for the first time yesterday afternoon. Ruby weighed exactly nine pounds, which is within the normal weight loss range for newborns. The doctor said she expects her to be back to her birthweight in a few days because she's already such a good eater. Ruby measures 93% for weight and 95% in length. Dr. Cepeda said several times that she is "perfect." We agree.

More pictures from the past few days

I'm a MOM!

The last 72 hours have been the most amazing and exhausting of my entire life. I cannot put into words how amazing it feels to finally be a mom and hold my little girl in my arms. David and I just keep looking at her and looking at each other and saying that we can't believe this is all real.

I'm not going to make a long post, as I'm trying to save my energy and get some rest. But I too wanted to post a few pictures of our baby girl for friends and family to see. These are two of my favorite pictures from labor and delivery. My mom and David were at my side the entire time, cheering me on and keeping me focused on the huge reward I was about to receive. Thank you Mom and David.

Everyone, meet Ruby

I'm only going to post a sampling of the thousands (almost) of pictures taken in the last 36 hours. I'm sure Emilia will want to join in and add some more at a future time. Enjoy - we sure are.

Zoolander?

Waving bye and winking. What a talent.

Ruby is here

Ruby Albina arrived Sunday, November 30, at 7:51 am. She's a healthy 9 lb 7 oz and 21.5 inches ... and freakin' gorgeous.

Emilia is feeling excellent, especially considering the labor was all natural. Apparently the nurses have taken to calling her "Wonder Woman," which is well deserved.

We're at the hospital until tomorrow morning. Numerous pictures will be posted then. We love y'all!