Monday, July 21, 2008

Lola Jayne Bell is here!!

I'm SOOOO excited to announce that Lola Jayne Bell was born last Friday morning at 4:03am. I was scheduled to be induced on Friday morning, at 7am. So, on Thursday (her Due Date) I decided to take the day off to get prepared (mostly mentally:), I had a wonderful day. Got a massage in the morning, went to the pool, then went for a pedicure. Around 5:30pm when I got home, I started feeling some mild contractions, but finally they were some what consistent (i've been feeling inconsistent contractions for weeks and weeks). So, we decided to go to Zack's softball game, and then maybe stop by the hospital to check things out after wards. Of course, our sweet angel already loves softball, because we made it through the game no problem (i still felt great), and by the time we arrived at the hospital at 10:00ish, I was dilated to a 5.5, and they admitted me right away. We had pretty quick overall labor and delivery (about 6 hours), and we were SO excited at 4:03 in the morning when she made her entrance! We already love her so much!! She is the sweetest girl!!

She was 7lbs, 12 oz, and 20 inches long. She has really long fingers and toes, just like her mama, and beautiful dark hair like her daddy. Otherwise, we can't tell who she looks like. I'll update the blog with more details later on, but wanted to at least get some pics posted.

Our first family photo. The day she was born, at the hospital. Of course, our friend Brian took this picture. :)

We had lots of visitors at the hospital, and Zack and I were feeling really good, so we were thrilled to see all our loved ones!

Here's a cute one of my brother Grady, with our adorable nieces Olivia & Kendyl who couldn't wait to meet their new cousin.


Lola really likes to cuddle, I thought this was the sweetest thing ever when she curled up next to me in the hospital bed. :) :)

We finally got to go home on Sunday morning. Here's Zack with his new little baby girl, headed into our home for the first time.

We were pretty nervous to bring Lola home to Stella, but... Stella decided that she loves her new baby too. They already like to snug. :)

Of course I'll have lots more to add later. As for right now, I think I am in need of a nap... :)

19 comments:

Jenny said...

Yea, congrats! I'm glad everything went so well!

Lindz said...

Oh...she is more than precious!!!! She is so beautiful guys. Congrats. We cant wait to come and see the little beauty! I am so glad that she and Stella are getting along so well. That can be so scary, I am sure!

brookeandruss said...

Oh my gosh!!!!! She is beautiful!! You are the cutest mom ever. I loved the pictures. I can't wait to come see you. I hope you all are doing well. Give Lola a kiss for me:)

Bryan & Natalie said...

She's beautiful you guys! Congrats! I'm so glad you are home and well and that the delivery was smooth... Please let us know if you need anything!

montysblog said...

Oh she is darling . . .your family is darling. I am so excited for you to be a mom! Enjoy every moment. Even the not so fun ones!

tiff and "D" said...

congratulations guys! I'm so excited for you! Don't take one second for granted! They grow so fast! The everson's

The Gray Fam said...

She is so beautiful. I am so excited for you guys and so excited that everything went well. Can't wait to meet the little one!!!

FerranFamily said...

She is so DARLING! We are so Happy for you guys!!! You guys are going to be the best parents :). Hadley is also every excited to have a new friend to play with!

Jer & Cort Smith said...

She is beautiful. I am glad that everything went well with the delivery. You look amazing in the hospital, really who looks that good right after giving birth...only Lacey! Congrats.

Lindsey Sharp said...

congratulations you guys! She is so beautiful!!

Cardwell said...

Lacey, congratulations! Lola is soooo beautiful - just like her mommy! :) We are so happy for you guys and that you finally get to experience the joy of motherhood! Hope you are doing well and get a few zzz's when you can!

Rachel said...

Congrats you two! She is darling and her name is lovely!! Things sound like they are going great and hope you are getting a little bit of rest in there.
Lawrence and Rachel Cowan

Nat and Jordy said...

WOW! I am SO happy for you and Zack. I just love seeing you two as parents. Such naturals! Lola is stunningly beautiful, just like her mommy! She just fit in so well with us ladies on Saturday night! I need my Lola fix! Congrats and we love you guys!

The Bonham Family said...

Lace- Nat told me how beautiful your little one is! Im so happy everything went well! It seems like a dream bringing them home and then they get big so quick so enjoy all the holding time! I would love to bring you some yummy food. Ill get your number from Nat and well bring up dinner. She really is beauiful! Zack is gonna be such a great dad! Congrats to both of you.

flyfishingak said...

Lacey & Zack,

That is one good looking baby you got.. I can't wait to meet her.. So when are you 3 coming to see us in Alaska?????

Love yeah,

Brad

The Goffs said...

SHE IS BEAUTIFUL! We are coming to visit baby Lola very soon! Congratulations to both of you! I'm so excited for you. I love her cute "Home from the Hospital" outfit!
CONGRATS!

Jake, Teylor and Walker said...

YEAH! congrats!! I am so excited for you guys! She is so beautiful!!

Aly said...

Congratulations to you guys! She is so beautiful! I am so happy everything went well for you! Beautiful pictures. You look great!

Heather-Rita said...

She is SO beautiful! Congrats! It is an amazing experience isn't it! Hope you are doing well!