Today, early in the morning, at 4:40am, Isabella Rose was born. As their doula, I loved witnessing this labor of love, and Cassie's relentless strength and unfailing instincts.
Cassie and Tony chose to labor downtown, less than a mile away from the hospital. We spent several hours there together as Cassie's labor moved along. She walked the halls of the hotel, went up and down stairs, changing positions frequently in and out of bed, tub, on the ball.
We arrived at the hospital close to midnight and after another hour of walking and an hour of attempted rest, beautiful Isabella was born, sliding into this world, in all her beauty!
She weighed 7lbs 14 oz and measured 19.5in.
Here are a few images from this special VBAC birth:
Oana Hogrefe Photography:
Sunday, May 30, 2010
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Thank you for being Cassie's friend.
Looking at your beautiful, artistic, photos bring the moment of blessings and the beauty of life. You are such a wonderful, amazing artist. I am honored to enjoy your blessing of talent and heart. Thank you so much. As a mother, mother-in-law, and grandmother to Cassie, Tony, and Isabella Rose I am truly full in my heart with love not just for my family, but for you. Hoping to meet you soon. May your talent and blessings move forward. God Bless !!!!
Thank you, Linda, for your sentiments and for taking the time to share them, it means a lot to me!
Truly a joy and privilege being there for Isabella's arrival.
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