She's here! 09/23/2008
 

Keith and I are so excited to announce that we had a little girl!  Mia Katherine was born last Wednesday, September 17.  She weighed 9 lbs. 7 oz.!  I never would have imagined I was carrying such a big baby!  We went into the hospital at 1 a.m. to be induced.  I was only 3 days late but my doctor thought that I shouldn't go much longer with such a big baby.  He didn't tell me that until AFTER she was born, though.  :)  The labor went well and probably could have progressed faster if my blood pressure wouldn't have kept getting too low.  About 3:10 my epideral bag ran out, so the doctor and nurse said, "Let's have this baby!"  Mia was born at 3:25!  Keith was a great coach, but I told him later that since I didn't have to push too long it was a piece of cake.  He just looked at me like I was crazy.  We are both so proud of her and feel incredibly blessed to have such a wonderful, healthy baby girl.  Thank you to everyone who was sending prayers our way throughout the pregnancy.  We can't wait for Mia to meet all of our family and friends!


We will post a link to more photos later.  Be sure to check out the dogs' view of our newest family member!



Do you think this new daddy is very proud?

All dolled up for her 1st photo shoot

Grandma N. was so happy to meet Mia!  Grandma was the first person we visited after leaving the hospital.  She had such sweet words and tears to share with Mia!  We love you, Grandma!


Proud Mom Mom and Grandpa!  They waited so anxiously all day with Aunt Dawn. What a surprise that our baby was a girl... everyone was convinced we were having a boy!  Grandpa made an earlier comment about hoarding as much pink ribbon as he could, so maybe he had a hunch?  If you're trying to reach them at home and aren't having success, call me.  Chances are they are here bringing lunch or dinner or just getting their "Mia fix"!


 


Comments

Beth Quinlisk

Tue, 23 Sep 2008 09:27:40

Katie & Keith,

She is absolutely beautiful. I cant believe all that hair. She must take after you Keith!!! I cant wait to stop by and see her. Congrats!

Beth

 

Jason

Tue, 23 Sep 2008 09:37:18

Hey Katie and Keith,

I'm very happy for both of you. I haven't seen you both since our Euro Trip 2007 but you guys will always be family to me. I hope to get out there soon. No more jumping off moving trains for you two!

Congrats,
Jay

 

Lori, Geoff, Mason, and Liliana

Tue, 23 Sep 2008 09:44:02

Katie and Keith!
Congratulations on your baby girl! She is adorable! Hopefully we will make it to STL someday soon so we can meet her. Take care!

Lori, Geoff, Mason and Liliana

 

Abbi Riley

Tue, 23 Sep 2008 11:38:10

Katie and Keith,

I am so excited for you! She is just too cute!!! All that pretty hair will be perfect for lots of bows.

Take care,
Jeff, Abbi, and Avery Riley

 

Dad

Tue, 23 Sep 2008 12:31:43

Hello Mia, Mom and Dad:

What a wonderful experience for you both. Mia is very blessed to have you both for parents. God love you.

Dad

 

Tue, 23 Sep 2008 13:41:17

What a great website full of pictures! Mia has wonderful hair and precious, little cheeks! What a blessing Mia is, and congratulations from our family to yours!

 

Margo Balinski

Tue, 23 Sep 2008 13:42:52

I love your site. It is so cute. :) Congrats again. I can't wait to meet her in person.

Love,
Margo

 

Neely

Tue, 23 Sep 2008 20:30:22

She is soooo beautiful! I'm so glad everything went well with the delivery. I'm happy for you guys and I can't wait to meet my newest little cousin! :)

Love,
Neely

 

Colleen

Wed, 24 Sep 2008 12:48:28

Keith and Katie, She is beautiful! Can't wait to see her in person. I know both of you will be great parents. Enjoy every minute. Love, Colleen

 

Wed, 24 Sep 2008 17:55:14

Katie and Keith, I'm so excited for you both! I cannot believe how much hair Mia has...and I cannot believe that you carried such a big girl!!
Best wishes to you both in all the wonderful (and trying) times to come as you and Mia get to know one another! :)
Eleanna

 

Mom O'Hare

Thu, 25 Sep 2008 08:48:18

CONGRATS KATIE AND KEITH!

What a beautiful little girl!
How wonderful for you both - and your families.

God bless you all,
Mom O'Hare

 

Sat, 27 Sep 2008 20:05:10

We are so excited for you and thankful that the delivery went well. We can't wait to meet Mia!!

(Hope you are getting some sleep!!)

Love,
Matt and Cathy

 

Kathy

Mon, 29 Sep 2008 10:49:29

Keith and Katie,
Congratulations! She's sure a cutie! And so much hair. Hope that all is going well and you're getting settled into a routine.

 

Casey

Tue, 30 Sep 2008 10:55:28

She is ADORABLE! How sweet... I pray that all is going well for you and you are adjusting to your new little one. I am sure she will be a blessing to your family for many years! I am also sure she will get spoiled rotten by both of your families! Thanks for including me in the announcement of your new arrival!

 

Aunt Helen Ann

Thu, 16 Oct 2008 12:58:13

How lucky can a little girl be to have you for parents!!!

I love my newest grand niece!

Blessings and peace!

 



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