So, I had a baby!
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Posted on Nov. 23, 2014, 8:52 a.m. by aeonstoremyliver
Well, my wife gave birth; I don't have the parts lol. Oliver Vincent was born on 11/22/14 at 0722, weighs 9lb 3oz, and is 21 in long. This is our second son.
I may be around the site, but chances are I'll have my hands full.
Hootiequack says... #4
No Little Girl? I suppose congratulations are still in order.
November 23, 2014 9:18 a.m.
Ohthenoises says... #5
Congrats! My wife is pregnant currently, don't know the gender yet.
Any suggestions for a first timer?
November 23, 2014 9:46 a.m.
aeonstoremyliver says... #6
Thanks guys! Chief, it is lol!
Mayhap in a few years, as we have two under two, we'll try for a girl.
Ohthenoises, when your wife is around 39 weeks and wants the baby out, remind her that what got the baby in, gets the baby out. Worked both times for me lol. Be patient with the newborn. Hold him/her as much as possible; you cannot spoil a newborn. The fourth trimester is very real. Newborns have very basic needs: eat, sleep, poop, and hold me. When the baby sleeps, she sleeps, goes to the head, showers, etc. As far as the birth goes, it's a wild ride. Be there for your wife in every capacity possible. Get as much rest beforehand as you can; the first baby can take a loooonnng time. My wife was in labor for 16 hours. 24 plus hours isn't unheard of. Have a birth plan! Look into a doula, they're amazing, especially the first go round. Don't let the hospital staff bully you or rush you into decisions. Make educated decisions. Lastly, if you need an ear:
November 23, 2014 9:59 a.m.
elpokitolama says... #12
I don't know who you are, but I will find you and I will congratulate you! Nah, don't worry, I'm not Qui Gon Jinn...
Pretty name, but if think that "Elpokitolama" sounds better :x
November 23, 2014 11:26 a.m.
AngryBearTony says... #17
Congrats! My two toddlers are plotting to be Emrakul.
November 24, 2014 7:12 p.m.
Gaddafiduck says... #19
Grats man, kids are great, I cant wait to have my own and embarrass them with my nerd tendencies %)
fluffybunnypants says... #2
Congrats!
November 23, 2014 8:57 a.m.