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So excited to meet your baby, @taysimm 🤍🤍 and from the sound of it during our maternity session… it could be any day now! Wishing you all the best 🥹 #chicagomaternityphotographer #hinsdalematernityphotographer #oakparkmaternityphotographer #chicagonewbornphotographer #maternity #pregnancy #birthstory

(Part 2/2) Lauren’s story continues:

The morning of January 23rd, we arrived at the hospital at 4am for a 6am procedure time. After a little bit of a delay, as my doctor had another patient in active labor, they brought me back to the operating room to start the spinal block. Once that was in place and they were ready to start, they brought Anthony back to the room to sit with me. I was surprised at how quickly things moved from there!

About 10 minutes later, Aria arrived via c-section at 7:54am weighing 9lbs 7ozs and 20 inches long. Once she was out, there was a brief pause before she started crying. This made me nervous in the moment, but we could hear the nurses' chatter and felt a big sigh of relief once we heard those first cries signaling that everything was ok.

Right after she was delivered, they cleaned her up and brought her over to us while I was still lying on the operating table. After spending months wondering what she would look like, it was surreal to see her little face for the first time. We also couldn't believe she weighed over 9lbs, which in hindsight makes sense that it may have been hard for her to turn in my belly.

Once she was swaddled, the nurses brought her over to me and placed her close to my face so I could give her a big kiss and then handed her to Anthony to hold. It took about 30 minutes to finish stitching me up and once they were done, we were moved back to a private recovery room where they did some routine checks and laid her on my chest for the first time. It was an amazing feeling to finally get to hold her and I'll always remember those first few moments as a family of 3!

#chicagonewbornphotographer #hinsdalenewbornphotographer #oakparknewbornphotographer #chicagofamilyphotographer #birthstory #breech #breechbaby #csection #postpartum #pregnancy #pregnancyannouncement #birth

Lauren’s story:

(Part 1/2) We went in for our 37 week appointment and my doctor decided to do an ultrasound as she couldn't tell for certain what position the baby was in. In the ultrasound she confirmed that Aria was breech, which I suspected may be the case as towards the end of the pregnancy it felt like her little head was up in my rib cage. With this confirmation, we had the option to either schedule a procedure to try to turn her so her head was down or opt for a scheduled c section. After talking it through, we decided to go with a scheduled c section as she was already measuring about 8.5lbs and the chances of her turning at that point were low. The c-section was scheduled at the start of 39 weeks, early enough where the baby was full term, but also had lower risk of early labor where an emergency c-section would need to be performed. (Come back for part 2)

#chicagonewbornphotographer #hinsdalenewbornphotographer #oakparknewbornphotographer #breechbaby #csectionrecovery #csection #birthstory #postpartum

Lauren’s story:

(Part 1/2) We went in for our 37 week appointment and my doctor decided to do an ultrasound as she couldn't tell for certain what position the baby was in. In the ultrasound she confirmed that Aria was breech, which I suspected may be the case as towards the end of the pregnancy it felt like her little head was up in my rib cage. With this confirmation, we had the option to either schedule a procedure to try to turn her so her head was down or opt for a scheduled c section. After talking it through, we decided to go with a scheduled c section as she was already measuring about 8.5lbs and the chances of her turning at that point were low. The c-section was scheduled at the start of 39 weeks, early enough where the baby was full term, but also had lower risk of early labor where an emergency c-section would need to be performed. (Come back for part 2)

#chicagonewbornphotographer #hinsdalenewbornphotographer #oakparknewbornphotographer #breechbaby #csectionrecovery #csection #birthstory #postpartum

Lauren’s story:

(Part 1/2) We went in for our 37 week appointment and my doctor decided to do an ultrasound as she couldn't tell for certain what position the baby was in. In the ultrasound she confirmed that Aria was breech, which I suspected may be the case as towards the end of the pregnancy it felt like her little head was up in my rib cage. With this confirmation, we had the option to either schedule a procedure to try to turn her so her head was down or opt for a scheduled c section. After talking it through, we decided to go with a scheduled c section as she was already measuring about 8.5lbs and the chances of her turning at that point were low. The c-section was scheduled at the start of 39 weeks, early enough where the baby was full term, but also had lower risk of early labor where an emergency c-section would need to be performed. (Come back for part 2)

#chicagonewbornphotographer #hinsdalenewbornphotographer #oakparknewbornphotographer #breechbaby #csectionrecovery #csection #birthstory #postpartum

Lauren’s story:

(Part 1/2) We went in for our 37 week appointment and my doctor decided to do an ultrasound as she couldn't tell for certain what position the baby was in. In the ultrasound she confirmed that Aria was breech, which I suspected may be the case as towards the end of the pregnancy it felt like her little head was up in my rib cage. With this confirmation, we had the option to either schedule a procedure to try to turn her so her head was down or opt for a scheduled c section. After talking it through, we decided to go with a scheduled c section as she was already measuring about 8.5lbs and the chances of her turning at that point were low. The c-section was scheduled at the start of 39 weeks, early enough where the baby was full term, but also had lower risk of early labor where an emergency c-section would need to be performed. (Come back for part 2)

#chicagonewbornphotographer #hinsdalenewbornphotographer #oakparknewbornphotographer #breechbaby #csectionrecovery #csection #birthstory #postpartum

Lauren’s story:

(Part 1/2) We went in for our 37 week appointment and my doctor decided to do an ultrasound as she couldn't tell for certain what position the baby was in. In the ultrasound she confirmed that Aria was breech, which I suspected may be the case as towards the end of the pregnancy it felt like her little head was up in my rib cage. With this confirmation, we had the option to either schedule a procedure to try to turn her so her head was down or opt for a scheduled c section. After talking it through, we decided to go with a scheduled c section as she was already measuring about 8.5lbs and the chances of her turning at that point were low. The c-section was scheduled at the start of 39 weeks, early enough where the baby was full term, but also had lower risk of early labor where an emergency c-section would need to be performed. (Come back for part 2)

#chicagonewbornphotographer #hinsdalenewbornphotographer #oakparknewbornphotographer #breechbaby #csectionrecovery #csection #birthstory #postpartum

Lauren’s story:

(Part 1/2) We went in for our 37 week appointment and my doctor decided to do an ultrasound as she couldn't tell for certain what position the baby was in. In the ultrasound she confirmed that Aria was breech, which I suspected may be the case as towards the end of the pregnancy it felt like her little head was up in my rib cage. With this confirmation, we had the option to either schedule a procedure to try to turn her so her head was down or opt for a scheduled c section. After talking it through, we decided to go with a scheduled c section as she was already measuring about 8.5lbs and the chances of her turning at that point were low. The c-section was scheduled at the start of 39 weeks, early enough where the baby was full term, but also had lower risk of early labor where an emergency c-section would need to be performed. (Come back for part 2)

#chicagonewbornphotographer #hinsdalenewbornphotographer #oakparknewbornphotographer #breechbaby #csectionrecovery #csection #birthstory #postpartum

Lauren’s story:

(Part 1/2) We went in for our 37 week appointment and my doctor decided to do an ultrasound as she couldn't tell for certain what position the baby was in. In the ultrasound she confirmed that Aria was breech, which I suspected may be the case as towards the end of the pregnancy it felt like her little head was up in my rib cage. With this confirmation, we had the option to either schedule a procedure to try to turn her so her head was down or opt for a scheduled c section. After talking it through, we decided to go with a scheduled c section as she was already measuring about 8.5lbs and the chances of her turning at that point were low. The c-section was scheduled at the start of 39 weeks, early enough where the baby was full term, but also had lower risk of early labor where an emergency c-section would need to be performed. (Come back for part 2)

#chicagonewbornphotographer #hinsdalenewbornphotographer #oakparknewbornphotographer #breechbaby #csectionrecovery #csection #birthstory #postpartum

Lauren’s story:

(Part 1/2) We went in for our 37 week appointment and my doctor decided to do an ultrasound as she couldn't tell for certain what position the baby was in. In the ultrasound she confirmed that Aria was breech, which I suspected may be the case as towards the end of the pregnancy it felt like her little head was up in my rib cage. With this confirmation, we had the option to either schedule a procedure to try to turn her so her head was down or opt for a scheduled c section. After talking it through, we decided to go with a scheduled c section as she was already measuring about 8.5lbs and the chances of her turning at that point were low. The c-section was scheduled at the start of 39 weeks, early enough where the baby was full term, but also had lower risk of early labor where an emergency c-section would need to be performed. (Come back for part 2)

#chicagonewbornphotographer #hinsdalenewbornphotographer #oakparknewbornphotographer #breechbaby #csectionrecovery #csection #birthstory #postpartum

Not sure if I love the curls more or those two little teeth 🥹🤍 #chicagofamilyphotographer #hinsdalefamilyphotographer #oakparkfamilyphotographer

@phoeison when you were waiting for your baby boy 🤍 #chicagonewbornphotographer #chicagomaternityphotographer #hinsdalefamilyphotographer #oakparkfamilyphotographer

How have you grown so so fast little one? 🥹 @kellyodaythayer #chicagofamilyphotographer #oakparkfamilyphotographer #hinsdalefamilyphotographer

@esme.yasmin I love photographing your sweet family 🤍 #chicagofamilyphotographer #hinsdalefamilyphotographer #oakparkfamilyphotographer

Loved hearing all your stories @sereneyxo about your triplet 17 month olds at home that day 👀 so glad we got to enjoy your new singleton baby 🤍 he is perfect. #chicagonewbornphotography #chicagonewbornphotographer #hinsdalenewbornphotographer #oakparknewbornphotographer

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(Part 2/2) Lauren’s story continues:

The morning of January 23rd, we arrived at the hospital at 4am for a 6am procedure time. After a little bit of a delay, as my doctor had another patient in active labor, they brought me back to the operating room to start the spinal block. Once that was in place and they were ready to start, they brought Anthony back to the room to sit with me. I was surprised at how quickly things moved from there!

About 10 minutes later, Aria arrived via c-section at 7:54am weighing 9lbs 7ozs and 20 inches long. Once she was out, there was a brief pause before she started crying. This made me nervous in the moment, but we could hear the nurses' chatter and felt a big sigh of relief once we heard those first cries signaling that everything was ok.

Right after she was delivered, they cleaned her up and brought her over to us while I was still lying on the operating table. After spending months wondering what she would look like, it was surreal to see her little face for the first time. We also couldn't believe she weighed over 9lbs, which in hindsight makes sense that it may have been hard for her to turn in my belly.

Once she was swaddled, the nurses brought her over to me and placed her close to my face so I could give her a big kiss and then handed her to Anthony to hold. It took about 30 minutes to finish stitching me up and once they were done, we were moved back to a private recovery room where they did some routine checks and laid her on my chest for the first time. It was an amazing feeling to finally get to hold her and I'll always remember those first few moments as a family of 3!

#chicagonewbornphotographer #hinsdalenewbornphotographer #oakparknewbornphotographer #chicagofamilyphotographer #birthstory #breech #breechbaby #csection #postpartum #pregnancy #pregnancyannouncement #birth

Lauren’s story:

(Part 1/2) We went in for our 37 week appointment and my doctor decided to do an ultrasound as she couldn't tell for certain what position the baby was in. In the ultrasound she confirmed that Aria was breech, which I suspected may be the case as towards the end of the pregnancy it felt like her little head was up in my rib cage. With this confirmation, we had the option to either schedule a procedure to try to turn her so her head was down or opt for a scheduled c section. After talking it through, we decided to go with a scheduled c section as she was already measuring about 8.5lbs and the chances of her turning at that point were low. The c-section was scheduled at the start of 39 weeks, early enough where the baby was full term, but also had lower risk of early labor where an emergency c-section would need to be performed. (Come back for part 2)

#chicagonewbornphotographer #hinsdalenewbornphotographer #oakparknewbornphotographer #breechbaby #csectionrecovery #csection #birthstory #postpartum

Lauren’s story:

(Part 1/2) We went in for our 37 week appointment and my doctor decided to do an ultrasound as she couldn't tell for certain what position the baby was in. In the ultrasound she confirmed that Aria was breech, which I suspected may be the case as towards the end of the pregnancy it felt like her little head was up in my rib cage. With this confirmation, we had the option to either schedule a procedure to try to turn her so her head was down or opt for a scheduled c section. After talking it through, we decided to go with a scheduled c section as she was already measuring about 8.5lbs and the chances of her turning at that point were low. The c-section was scheduled at the start of 39 weeks, early enough where the baby was full term, but also had lower risk of early labor where an emergency c-section would need to be performed. (Come back for part 2)

#chicagonewbornphotographer #hinsdalenewbornphotographer #oakparknewbornphotographer #breechbaby #csectionrecovery #csection #birthstory #postpartum

Lauren’s story:

(Part 1/2) We went in for our 37 week appointment and my doctor decided to do an ultrasound as she couldn't tell for certain what position the baby was in. In the ultrasound she confirmed that Aria was breech, which I suspected may be the case as towards the end of the pregnancy it felt like her little head was up in my rib cage. With this confirmation, we had the option to either schedule a procedure to try to turn her so her head was down or opt for a scheduled c section. After talking it through, we decided to go with a scheduled c section as she was already measuring about 8.5lbs and the chances of her turning at that point were low. The c-section was scheduled at the start of 39 weeks, early enough where the baby was full term, but also had lower risk of early labor where an emergency c-section would need to be performed. (Come back for part 2)

#chicagonewbornphotographer #hinsdalenewbornphotographer #oakparknewbornphotographer #breechbaby #csectionrecovery #csection #birthstory #postpartum

Lauren’s story:

(Part 1/2) We went in for our 37 week appointment and my doctor decided to do an ultrasound as she couldn't tell for certain what position the baby was in. In the ultrasound she confirmed that Aria was breech, which I suspected may be the case as towards the end of the pregnancy it felt like her little head was up in my rib cage. With this confirmation, we had the option to either schedule a procedure to try to turn her so her head was down or opt for a scheduled c section. After talking it through, we decided to go with a scheduled c section as she was already measuring about 8.5lbs and the chances of her turning at that point were low. The c-section was scheduled at the start of 39 weeks, early enough where the baby was full term, but also had lower risk of early labor where an emergency c-section would need to be performed. (Come back for part 2)

#chicagonewbornphotographer #hinsdalenewbornphotographer #oakparknewbornphotographer #breechbaby #csectionrecovery #csection #birthstory #postpartum

Lauren’s story:

(Part 1/2) We went in for our 37 week appointment and my doctor decided to do an ultrasound as she couldn't tell for certain what position the baby was in. In the ultrasound she confirmed that Aria was breech, which I suspected may be the case as towards the end of the pregnancy it felt like her little head was up in my rib cage. With this confirmation, we had the option to either schedule a procedure to try to turn her so her head was down or opt for a scheduled c section. After talking it through, we decided to go with a scheduled c section as she was already measuring about 8.5lbs and the chances of her turning at that point were low. The c-section was scheduled at the start of 39 weeks, early enough where the baby was full term, but also had lower risk of early labor where an emergency c-section would need to be performed. (Come back for part 2)

#chicagonewbornphotographer #hinsdalenewbornphotographer #oakparknewbornphotographer #breechbaby #csectionrecovery #csection #birthstory #postpartum

Lauren’s story:

(Part 1/2) We went in for our 37 week appointment and my doctor decided to do an ultrasound as she couldn't tell for certain what position the baby was in. In the ultrasound she confirmed that Aria was breech, which I suspected may be the case as towards the end of the pregnancy it felt like her little head was up in my rib cage. With this confirmation, we had the option to either schedule a procedure to try to turn her so her head was down or opt for a scheduled c section. After talking it through, we decided to go with a scheduled c section as she was already measuring about 8.5lbs and the chances of her turning at that point were low. The c-section was scheduled at the start of 39 weeks, early enough where the baby was full term, but also had lower risk of early labor where an emergency c-section would need to be performed. (Come back for part 2)

#chicagonewbornphotographer #hinsdalenewbornphotographer #oakparknewbornphotographer #breechbaby #csectionrecovery #csection #birthstory #postpartum

Lauren’s story:

(Part 1/2) We went in for our 37 week appointment and my doctor decided to do an ultrasound as she couldn't tell for certain what position the baby was in. In the ultrasound she confirmed that Aria was breech, which I suspected may be the case as towards the end of the pregnancy it felt like her little head was up in my rib cage. With this confirmation, we had the option to either schedule a procedure to try to turn her so her head was down or opt for a scheduled c section. After talking it through, we decided to go with a scheduled c section as she was already measuring about 8.5lbs and the chances of her turning at that point were low. The c-section was scheduled at the start of 39 weeks, early enough where the baby was full term, but also had lower risk of early labor where an emergency c-section would need to be performed. (Come back for part 2)

#chicagonewbornphotographer #hinsdalenewbornphotographer #oakparknewbornphotographer #breechbaby #csectionrecovery #csection #birthstory #postpartum

Lauren’s story:

(Part 1/2) We went in for our 37 week appointment and my doctor decided to do an ultrasound as she couldn't tell for certain what position the baby was in. In the ultrasound she confirmed that Aria was breech, which I suspected may be the case as towards the end of the pregnancy it felt like her little head was up in my rib cage. With this confirmation, we had the option to either schedule a procedure to try to turn her so her head was down or opt for a scheduled c section. After talking it through, we decided to go with a scheduled c section as she was already measuring about 8.5lbs and the chances of her turning at that point were low. The c-section was scheduled at the start of 39 weeks, early enough where the baby was full term, but also had lower risk of early labor where an emergency c-section would need to be performed. (Come back for part 2)

#chicagonewbornphotographer #hinsdalenewbornphotographer #oakparknewbornphotographer #breechbaby #csectionrecovery #csection #birthstory #postpartum

Not sure if I love the curls more or those two little teeth 🥹🤍 #chicagofamilyphotographer #hinsdalefamilyphotographer #oakparkfamilyphotographer

@phoeison when you were waiting for your baby boy 🤍 #chicagonewbornphotographer #chicagomaternityphotographer #hinsdalefamilyphotographer #oakparkfamilyphotographer

How have you grown so so fast little one? 🥹 @kellyodaythayer #chicagofamilyphotographer #oakparkfamilyphotographer #hinsdalefamilyphotographer

@esme.yasmin I love photographing your sweet family 🤍 #chicagofamilyphotographer #hinsdalefamilyphotographer #oakparkfamilyphotographer

Loved hearing all your stories @sereneyxo about your triplet 17 month olds at home that day 👀 so glad we got to enjoy your new singleton baby 🤍 he is perfect. #chicagonewbornphotography #chicagonewbornphotographer #hinsdalenewbornphotographer #oakparknewbornphotographer

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