"Come What May and Love It"

-Elder Wirthlin (October 2008)


Monday, December 13, 2010

Jared Alonzo Merrell

Jared Alonzo Merrell born December 9th at 12:50PM
-19 1/2 inches (I had to take him to the ped. this morning
though and they measured him at 21 1/2 inches; someone
made a mistake. I don't think he could grow two inches in less
than a week. The nurse even measured him again and got closer
to 22 inches. I am thinking he is closer to 21 1/2 than the 19 1/2
that the hospital told me.
-8 lbs 11oz.

I had my midwife break my water at 9AM and he came about
4 hours later. I did not have to have any pitocin and
everything happened quickly. Jared had quite a bit of bruising
because he had the cord wrapped around his neck, so I had
to push quickly. We are all doing great, and so happy to have
him here. Nathan adored his brother the first 30 minutes
and then wanted to give him back. He is just starting to warm
up a little more and wants to hold him now. Thanks everyone for
the prayers.









































4 comments:

Jeff n Jill said...

Yay Vernice & Matt! How exciting for y'all!!! Hope all is still going well with y'all. Let me know if you need anything.

Lizi Bates said...

Yay he's here!! Congrats :) Look at that head of hair, he's gorgeous! I'm so glad to hear everything went well and that you were able to push him out fast, go Vernice! You look great too by the way :) So glad you have your mom there to help out. I hope it's a smooth transition to being a mommy of two for you. How fun that you have your lil guy to join you for Christmas. Merry Christmas!!

Merrell Family Blog said...

He is a beautiful little boy, enjoy him! Can't wait to meet him and hope that you are doing and feeling well.

Lindsey said...

Yeah! Congrats! I've realized how much fun it is to have a baby at Christmas time and hope you had a great holiday!!!