Well, daughter # 2, Christine, who wasn't due until 7/27, had to go in Sunday afternoon for induction.  Chris was borderline preeclampsisa (toxemia) and they had been monitoring her every couple of days.  Her blood pressure shot up to 185/95, she had a lot of protein in her urine, and her body almost literally ballooned, swelling in feet, legs, hands, arm, and ever her face.

Her water broke late Sunday afternoon, she called her doctor who said "get thee to the hospital NOW!".  Tarey and I hit the road immediately, got to the hospital around 7:00 pm.  Chris had been given pitocen (sp) to start contractions, and labor was going slow, but well when we arrived, but she was not dialated much - only 2 centimeters.

Ok, so we now wait.  They increase the pitocin and contractions increase in frequency and duration.  She dilates to 5 centimeters.  They increase the pitocen again - she dilates to 6 centimeters.  Now, she is feeling the pain of the contractions which are coming every four to five minutes, so the give her the epidural.  

Epidural is in, pitocen is increased again, contractions are coming like gangbusters.  But we're still at 6 cm dilation.

This is around 11:30 PM.  All grandparents, Tarey and I, plus Jason's parents, move down to the hospital lobby waiting area trying to find somewhere to sack out.  We all thought it would be just a couple of hours until it's push time.

Well, all four of us tried to catch some sleep on some itsy bitsy little couches, about 4-1/2' long, made out of concrete (?) with a 1" thick cushion.  Plus, the danged AC in the hospital had to have been set at no more than 50°.  We're all wearing shorts, short sleeved shirts, sandals - we froze our a**es off.  

From 11:30 until around 3:00 AM, we are trying to catch a wink, while checking in on the progress.

We learn that the pitocen has caused rapid contractions, so quick and long that the baby cannot get enough time to get oxygen, and the baby's heartbeat slows.  So, now, they back down the pitocen, Mommy (Chris) between lower pitocen and the epidural goes to sleep.  So do the grandparents, on the itsy bitsy couches in freezing temps.

At 5 ish, we learn that Chris is still dilated to 6cm, so Tarey and I go to our hotel room, grab a hot  shower and nap. At 7:00 AM Jason calls and says thing are moving again, come on back.

We get back to the hospital at 8:00 and have to sit out in the waiting room again because Chris is pushing.  

Maegan was born at 10:13 AM on Monday morning.

Mom is doing well, although BP is still high.  Baby, who is the cutest little thing, is doing great.

All four grandparents are coming down with colds after almost 20 hours sitting in freezing conditions, but our granddaughter is gorgeous.  She is 7 lb 13 oz, and 19" long with a head of dark hairr just like her daddy's /  Pictures will be forthcoming!

I knew Dalcon was scheduled for this week, but I KNEW that if I went to Dalcon, something would happen.  I've learned to trust my gut instincts.    I wish I had been there, loved the pics, but I was where I needed to be.

Love to all....

From, Gramma (2nd time) Sandy

Congratulations Sandy.  I'm so happy everything worked out ok for Mom and the new arrival.  Now warm up and get some sleep  ;)

-Dennis-

Awwww, congratulations!!!  So happy she didn't end up needing surgery!

Welcome to the world little one! :)

mel
xoxo

YAY!!! Congratulations to all!!!

hugs, nani

Congrats!  Pictures please!

Jeannie

Congrats on the new addition to the family.

Sandy - you were on my mind this morning and I was wondering if the babe had arrived yet.

Glad to hear it all turned out okay and now you can just enjoy the Princess.

Hugs
Carol

Congratulations!! I don't know why hospitals have to be so cold. My son was born in Aug. during a 100 degree record week. He was swadled in so many blankies. I still remember how freezing it was and that was 25 years ago!

Of course you know, we are patiently waiting for pictures!!!

Charlotte

Congratulation Gramma!!!

Glad to hear everything went well and Mom and Baby are doing great.  

Hugs,
Beth

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Sounds like mom had a rough time. As well as the rest of the family.  

You have to post pics soon. With Gramma!!!!!!!!! <hint hint>

OK, I know my cluster family wants to see pics of their newest addition. Here's batch number 1 .  As the proud Gramma, there will be more.

Presenting, Miss Maegan Elizabeth Dean

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Sandy

Sandy, it says that it's a Private Site and only the owner can view it.

Congrat Gramma. Now that you've got a hobby.... ;)  

Seriously -- now take care of Both your babies... Give 'em a hug from this ole Granny...

Hugs BD

Congradulations Sandy.  Wow I got wore out reading that thread.  I am glad to hear that your daughter and grandbaby are doing well.

Yep it is a private site.  

But I'm sure we will see her soon.  ;)

Hi Gramma!
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Charlie

Sandy, so sorry to hear that Mom had such a tough time--but really happy to hear that you're a happy gramma!

:)

All the best,

George

What wonderful news, so glad everyone is A ok - looking forward to Pictures

Many congratulation, Sandy! :)

Warm welcome to the world, Maegan! :)

Sanna

Sandy - she's beautiful.  Somebody got some great pictures of her.  Thanks for sharing.

Hugs
Carol

Congratulations Grossmutter!
Sandra

Oh Sandy...so glad everything turned out well.   :)

CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Much Love,
Jackie

Congratulations, and celebrations....

:) !!!!

Sorry about the private site.  I'm computer illiterate.

Here she is!

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Love the pics and the baby!  Thanks for posting them.  Can't wait to get one of my own  8-)

-Dennis-

Awwwwwwwww, what a little sweet P!  Congrats again Gramma!! :)

She's an absolute ANGEL!!!!!!!!!!!  Congrats to Mom and Dad and to Grammy Sandy and all the family!

What a beautiful little sweetheart she is, I bet the spoiling has started already ;)

Cat

CONGRATULATIONS!!!!  What a sweet blessing :)