One week old already

We have survived our first week with the little man. It has been an amazing experience. Kai is keeping us on our toes as we try and figure out what his needs are. We have been lucky so far as he is still a mellow type guy. I have a feeling that will all change soon enough.

The little man

He is finally here. Kai Thomas Morris came into the world on November 23, 2007 at 12:28 pm following quite the ordeal. I had 3 rounds of induction with cervidil (not a fun time), the "drip" and after 11 hours, a c-section involving forceps (a process that started on November 20, 2007 and went on for what seemed like forever). I can thankfully say that both of us are doing great. Simon was amazing throughout the whole process and I would not have been able to do it without him.

Fun Facts about Kai

- he weighed 9 lbs 10 oz

- head circumference is 38 cm

- length is 54.5 cm

- he is great eater

- he smiles all the time in his sleep

- he sounds like a kitten when he cries

- he is a mellow fella so far

41 weeks and 3 days

I am now 41 weeks and 3 days and this little man does not want to come. We are still waiting. Not so patiently. I have been induced twice now (round one had no effect at all). We are both hoping that this round will be effective. I am still having problems with swelling and am very tired. The baby is doing great though. He is very active and is quite content. I am pleased to say that he is way more active in the morning than at night. Simon is hoping that this pattern will stay. Hopefully he will come soon.

No baby yet

Well, we are officially past our due date and this baby in my belly does not want to come out. He is taking his time getting ready (just like his dad). It looks like I will be waiting around for two Morris men in the future. For those who don't know, I am almost always early for things where as Simon likes to start getting ready about five minutes before we have to leave. Somehow I think it will be me adjusting to their schedule.

Simon and I just wanted to let all of those who live outside of Alberta know that due to the late arrival of Kai, Christmas cards will probably be late arriving. We want to include photos with our Christmas wishes. Please be patient because they will be coming (especially those to Europe and South Africa).