I don’t even know if I have the words to describe yesterday but I’m going to try.
Crooked Eyebrow was six days over due. She had been so patient, but after days of false labor and contractions, her patience was wearing thin. (whose doesn’t in that situation?)
Yesterday, we decided to replay the day Erin’s son was born with all of the things we did that day. So, we brought Jimmy John’s and MAGIC CUPCAKES to her house.
The day Erin’s son was born, it was a Friday and it was raining. Yesterday, was a Friday and it was raining. It was a perfect plan. (if I do say so myself.)
Erin, Sarah, Stephanie, Arianne and I came traipsing into her house bearing food. When we arrived she was having contractions every four minutes or so.
We sat around the living room telling jokes and being silly as we ate our sandwiches. During contractions, CE would stand up and breathe through it, I held her sandwich. She would sit back down, we’d continue with the jokes and the eating and then when she would have another; I held her sandwich.
It was fun, not necessarily intense, (for us) but fun. We all played a role, it was powerful.
After awhile, the contractions increased in intensity, so this time we had together, this last minute get together for lunch turned into being with her during labor.
It was incredible. There was laughter and cupcakes and music and tears. CE labored like an absolute champ.
It was time for her to go to the hospital but I’ll let her tell you the rest of the story, but it ends up looking a little bit like this.
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It is magic – a miracle – a blessing… she is just beautiful and so is her name.
Nell
I am in awe of the friendship you ladies have. It appears so special.
It was such a spectacular day that I don’t even feel like it was real. But it was. And it is a memory we will ALWAYS share together. I am so proud of Donya, I can’t even begin to explain it!
Steph
Yesterday was so special. I’m so glad for having all of you and these moments.
Yesterday was so special. I’m so glad to have all of you and these memories. That last picture is stunning.
What an incredible journey and a lifetime memory that you ladies get to share.
Gorgeous photo of the new bebe! What a great memory for you ladies!
My stupid phone acted like it didn’t post the first comment, so now I look like a spaz posting twice.
i think laboring with friends is one of the most important things that a woman can do … believe it or not … there must have been a reason that women congregated together during labor and delivery and sent men into the other room. we’re just finally starting to realize it …
women have this way of just helping you. not taking over, not encouraging like it’s a football game. they just are there … fully …
she is very lucky to have all of you.
What a beautiful story. Looking at the second picture almost makes me remember what a real contraction feels like. And what a very special memory for all of you. BTW, that last picture is so amazing.
What a beautiful day y’all shared!
Such a blessing to be surrounded by sweet friends!
And a joy to have a sweet little one in the world!
You all are SO blessed to have each other. What a spectacular day!
oy. It is just such a miracle.
How awesome. I was with Max’s birthmom for her entire labor and it was an experience I’ll never forget. We were just getting to know each other too – pretty much strangers at the time. I’ll never forget that experience for a million reasons. I’m so glad you could be there for CE.
So the key to sending a soon to be mom into labor is invite you and some other friends over with food and “boom” there you have it!! a new baby in your arms to love and cherish! I’ll remember to tell any friends I might have when they are due to have a baby!! this is something to cherish!!
love this so much.
Ah, so so perfect. I’m counting these moments, each one special. Thank you so much for them.
And Erin, that’s three comments and counting…
And to think, we all met through blogging!
-Ari
When I saw your last post, I went to her journal and saw her husbands entry with a pic of the new babe! I thought, hey Beth and her friends did the trick! I’m glad you had such a special moment all together!
What a perfect day. The friendship you girls share is so special. It could not have played out any better. Donya was a trooper. Did she ever get to finish her sandwich? I must go get me one of those cupcakes.
Amazing story!
I absolutely love that you have pictures of her working through contractions. I’m due in a few weeks and am so happy to have been inspired to capture those moments!
Thanks you!
Amazing! And definitely seems magical. I can’t think of a better way to labor than having a nice time with friends.
How wonderful for her to have her friends with her, for your guys to take your day and help her through. It is amazing.
What a great support system you guys have! That is awesome!
This is awesome! The celebration before the arrival and the fun and laughter you had to enjoy with one another! Great idea! You are an awesome support to one another!
Awesome! The celebration before the arrival, what great support you all have been to one another!
All those nice things everyone else said, and I clicked on the ‘Magic Cupcakes’ link. It says they’re ‘only available in 6 packs’. Yeah, like that’s a problem?
You ladies have an awesome track record getting the babes to join us! She is lucky to have such wonderful friends to help her thru the final hours of her pregnancy!
The awe of this little baby coming into the world surrounded by such amazing friendship and love gives me the most incredible feeling in the world. And the journey has just begun! Friendship – the greatest treasure to pass along to a new little miracle.
1. You guys are like the magic Birth Squad. Seriously.
2. I wish I lived in on your street.
3. I’m planning on getting pregnant just so you will take a picture of my newborn baby.
4. Bring cupcakes.
You ladies are THE most amazing group of friends. Seriously, I wish I were so lucky, you are ALL so very blessed.
Amazing photos as usual Beth.
how wonderful that you all were there for her…and that last picture is to be treasured (as they all should/will)