Friday, February 7, 2014

He's Here!

Zachary Grove arrived this morning at 7:29am, and measures 9lb8oz and 22 inches long!

He's just perfect.  And so far all his tests have shown just a few calcified spots in his liver, as expected, and nothing else worrisome.  His blood sugars have been good, he's nursing like a champ, and has a HUGE cry.

My recovery was complicated by a postpartum hemorrhage and drop in my blood pressure, so I'm not feeling all that great, but I am definitely feeling better than I did a few hours ago.  I'll post more in the next day or so!

Thanks to all of you for your thoughts and prayers and good wishes!  xoxoxo

(his middle name is in honor of my grandfather, Grover)
Posted by Shannon at 3:48 PM
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57 comments:

  1. JuliaFebruary 7, 2014 at 4:03 PM

    Congratulations, he is absolutely beautiful! All the very best for the three of you from Germany.

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  2. AnonymousFebruary 7, 2014 at 5:04 PM

    Oh, here he is! Congratulations! :)

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  3. Little OneFebruary 7, 2014 at 5:14 PM

    Congratulations to you and Finn! As my mom would say, "he can walk home from the hospital." He's beautiful! Wishing you a speedy recovery!

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  4. MrsKCFebruary 7, 2014 at 5:14 PM

    How precious! I'm so glad to get this news before heading off on vacation!

    Welcome to the world Zachary. You have an amazing mother and big brother who are going to love you to bits!

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  5. AnonymousFebruary 7, 2014 at 5:38 PM

    Congratulations! He is so plump and lovely! I have a special affection for plump babes!

    Grove - AWESOME! I love his whole name!

    Congrats to you all!

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  6. AliFebruary 7, 2014 at 5:43 PM

    Congratulations, such a handsome boy! Love the name, it looks like it will suit him perfectly!

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  7. SunflowerFebruary 7, 2014 at 5:53 PM

    What a beautiful baby boy! Congrats, Mama - well done!! Hope you recover quickly and are home with your two precious sons. (Hugs)

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  8. Selkie MomFebruary 7, 2014 at 5:59 PM

    Wow congratulations!!! He's beautiful! Hope you are feeling stronger!

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  9. ClaireFebruary 7, 2014 at 6:25 PM

    What a cutie - congratulations! Hope you are feeling better soon and have gotten to enjoy your burger and shake! Enjoy your babymoon!

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  10. cmgrFebruary 7, 2014 at 6:36 PM

    Go mama! Congrats!

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  11. LeslieFebruary 7, 2014 at 6:39 PM

    Congratulations!!!! Hope your feeling better and I look forward to hearing more!!!

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  12. SMC in STLFebruary 7, 2014 at 6:44 PM

    Congrats to you and Finn!!!! I love his name. Hope your recovery is quick.

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  13. gwinneFebruary 7, 2014 at 7:33 PM

    Oh, beautiful boy! Congratulations, Shannon!

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  14. My Plus 1February 7, 2014 at 7:48 PM

    Congratulations!!!

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  15. JendoFebruary 7, 2014 at 7:53 PM

    He's simply gorgeous! Congratulations!

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  16. Heather DFebruary 7, 2014 at 8:10 PM

    Congratulations! He's beautiful

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  17. AbbyFebruary 7, 2014 at 8:17 PM

    Congratulations! And I love the name, especially the middle name. What a sweetie!

    (And aren't you glad you didn't have to push THAT out???!)

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  18. SurlyMamaFebruary 7, 2014 at 8:21 PM

    Congratulations!!! He's beautiful!

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  19. KristinaFebruary 7, 2014 at 8:30 PM

    Congratulations, Shannon!! And to big brother, Finn, too! Love the name and as others have said, what a cutie. Wish I could hold him. Glad tests came out good - that's wonderful. Hope you continue to feel better.

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  20. Kara and MaryFebruary 7, 2014 at 8:34 PM

    Congratulations!!! He is such a handsome little fella! I hope you are on the mend. Best wishes to your entire family.

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  21. NellFebruary 7, 2014 at 8:56 PM

    Beautiful! I hope you are feeling better and get stronger soon!

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  22. RFebruary 7, 2014 at 8:56 PM

    Congratulations to both you and Finn! Welcome to the world, Zachary!

    He's beautiful, and big!! I bet you're glad you had a section. ;)

    I hope you're feeling better, and that you're all able to be together at home soon. Glad all is well medically with Zachary.

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  23. AnonymousFebruary 7, 2014 at 8:58 PM

    He's a champ and so are you. So gorgeous. Congratulations to your family.

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  24. Tara KFebruary 7, 2014 at 9:02 PM

    What a big bouncing beautiful baby BOY! Welcome to the world Zachary and congratulations to you and Finn.

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  25. AnonymousFebruary 7, 2014 at 9:14 PM

    Welcome Zachary!! He's beautiful.

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  26. wottadollFebruary 7, 2014 at 9:31 PM

    Yay! Congratulations! He is beautiful! Love the name, too :)

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  27. Babydreams2011February 7, 2014 at 9:32 PM

    OMG!! Congratulations!!! He is PERFECT!!!! So happy for you and Finn!

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  28. EvelynFebruary 7, 2014 at 9:47 PM

    Handsome big boy. Congrats.

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  29. HopeFebruary 7, 2014 at 9:52 PM

    What a heart-melting picture! So glad to hear that you're both doing well.

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  30. UnknownFebruary 7, 2014 at 10:00 PM

    Congrats!!! He is gorgeous, and looks so very healthy--like he has been consuming the breakfast of champions for the last nine months!

    Sorry to hear about the complications from your end.Hope the recovery is as smooth as possible.

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  31. KristenFebruary 7, 2014 at 10:06 PM

    congrats, congrats! I'm so glad he's here, safe and sound, and that you're feeling better following what sounds like an event after delivery - enjoy the time getting to know each other!

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  32. MarianneFebruary 7, 2014 at 10:37 PM

    Oh he is perfect!!!! So happy for you! Love the name too! Feel better - make sure you let the nurses watch him a bit so you can rest!

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  33. NicoleFebruary 8, 2014 at 12:04 AM

    Congrats to you and Finn! Can't wait it see more pics!

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  34. IrisFebruary 8, 2014 at 1:20 AM

    Congratulations!!! He looks like such a cutie, I'm glad his tests have come back normal. I hope you continue to get better and get some rest.

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  35. JenFebruary 8, 2014 at 3:01 AM

    Welcome Zachary! And congrats Mom!

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  36. JoFebruary 8, 2014 at 7:58 AM

    Wonderful congratulations! What a big boy, what a happy mom!

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  37. Laraf123February 8, 2014 at 8:03 AM

    Congratulations on your beautiful baby and wonderful little brother for Finn!

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  38. UnknownFebruary 8, 2014 at 9:14 AM

    Congratulations Shannon!!! I'm so very happy for you and Finn!! Many prayers for a quick and speedy recovery for you!!!

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  39. Bébé's HistoryFebruary 8, 2014 at 9:21 AM

    Aaaw, what a blessing and a beautiful, blessed boy. CONGRATS !!!

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  40. JennyFebruary 8, 2014 at 12:16 PM

    Congratulations on your beautiful little boy!

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  41. MarcieFebruary 8, 2014 at 5:33 PM

    Shannon, so very happy for you and your family. Lots of love and blessings from California.

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  42. AnonymousFebruary 8, 2014 at 6:38 PM

    Congratulations, Shannon! So happy for you and Finn!

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  43. AnonymousFebruary 8, 2014 at 11:59 PM

    Welcome little Zachary! You are blessed with a beautiful mommy and wonderful big brother to watch out for you.

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  44. JPFebruary 9, 2014 at 8:16 AM

    Congratulations!

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  45. GigiFebruary 9, 2014 at 12:00 PM

    Congratulations!! He's so juicy & beautiful!!

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  46. Navigating The RapidsFebruary 9, 2014 at 3:07 PM

    He's beautiful! Congratulations.

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  47. GMPFebruary 9, 2014 at 5:11 PM

    Congratulations! I wish you and your boys the best of luck. Enjoy the baby!

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  48. SimoneFebruary 9, 2014 at 7:48 PM

    Welcome to the world Zachary! Congratulations Shannon and Finn - he is just beautiful and so perfect! Hope you feel better really soon, and take those pain meds!!!

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  49. Emma BlissFebruary 9, 2014 at 9:22 PM

    Congratulations to you and Finn . I hope he is loving being a big brother. Welcome to the world little Zachary - I'm sure you'll have fun here and I'm so pleased to hear you are healthy and strong x

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  50. shaunnamfFebruary 10, 2014 at 8:55 AM

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  51. MeAndBabyFebruary 10, 2014 at 8:56 AM

    Congratulations!!!!! (take 2 :))

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  52. princessaprFebruary 10, 2014 at 9:37 AM

    Congratulations! He's precious! I had a huge drop in blood pressure during my C-section. I was out of it for awhile, but the boy will be watching for that this time. I was so happy to see his little face last week. What a nice strong name, too.

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  53. DoraFebruary 10, 2014 at 1:35 PM

    Congratulations, mama and big brother! He's adorable!

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  54. AnonymousFebruary 11, 2014 at 4:39 PM

    Congratulations!!

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  55. TiaraFebruary 14, 2014 at 2:43 PM

    A belated congratulations!! So precious & a perfect name!! All the best to the 3 of you!!

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  56. BillyFebruary 17, 2014 at 5:49 AM

    Congratulations!

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  57. LeaFebruary 19, 2014 at 7:46 PM

    Congratulations to you on the perfect little addition to your family! I love the pictures of Finn taking care of Zachary, also. He looks so proud of his little brother. I wish God's best to all of you!

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