Update for Nana

I have so many pictures to post and stories to tell about Cora's early days, but I promised to keep Nana (and others) updated with pictures of Cora in between visits. So the other posts will have to wait so that I can show what Cora's been up to - and how she's changed - in the past day or two! I'll get to the other posts soon!
Cora had her first (very brief) trip to the beach. We didn't stay long because it has been sooo hot, but she loved the golf cart ride there and back.


Last night after Cora's bath we had a fun time with her hair. Here's what we came up with:


And then Cora got to bond with Jaxon. Don't worry - this stunt was performed in the presence of professionals.

Those were the highlights of Cora's weekend! We're hoping that some cooler temperatures will roll in later this week and we'll be able to spend time outside without melting.

Nothing like coming home...

After a short (but plenty long enough!) stay at the hospital, Cora and I were both cleared to go home on Thursday. I can't speak for Cora, but Dustin and I were so glad to hear that we were getting out. So we dressed Cora in the same dress that I wore home from the hospital, loaded her in her car seat, packed the truck, and hit the road.
Get me outta here!

Cora LOVED riding in her Daddy's new truck and promptly fell asleep and woke up only at red stoplights.

When we got our new bundle home, Kota and Jaxon were so excited to meet their baby. Kota greeted Dustin and Cora at the door...

and Jaxon hasn't gone far from her at all.


Showing off the dress...

But best of all, going home meant meeting Papa for the first time! Dad had a work trip to D.C. so unfortunately he missed the marathon wait at the hospital. But he got home shortly after we did and Cora met her Papa.


We love having Cora home with us!!

Hangin' Out

The day after Cora's arrival we were at the hospital getting to know our little girl and visiting with family. We also got some pretty precious pictures of Cora Wren. You'll notice that there was never a lack of loving arms in which Cora could rest.
She has a very solid foundation...







Look at how long I am!

Cora is born!

A week ago today, Dustin and I experienced the most amazing thing of our lives when we welcomed our precious baby girl into the world. We were scheduled to get to the hospital at 3:30 in the afternoon to spend the night and be induced the following morning. On Monday night, though, I started having contractions and on Tuesday morning the doctor's office told us to come on in. So we went in and were given the choice of heading over to labor and delivery or going to the mall to walk around some. Not being a fan of getting back into the vehicle, I opted to head on to L&D. They broke my water mid-morning and gave me pitocin mid-afternoon. Let me just say that blue raspberry popsicles might be my favorite thing ever.


My labor coach and best friend - so thankful for my wonderful husband!


Both grandmas-to-be and my sisters were also there pouring out love and support.


Then suddenly, after just 15 short hours, Cora Wren was born. She was born at 10:42 p.m., weighed 8 lbs 6.2 oz, and came with a full head of dark hair! We were immediately in love!




Just the sweetest thing!


After a little bit of time being completely adored by Daddy and me, Cora got to meet the rest of the family anxiously awaiting her arrival.
Nana

Grammie

Aunt Megan

Aunt Jennie

By far, Cora's favorite place to be is in her Daddy's arms. I have a feeling that will never change...

We love having her here with us!