She's Heeeeere . . .

Gabrielle Ann Yoder arrived at 1:39 pm today. She weighed 5 lbs 15 oz and appears to be doing well. She is currently being examined by her doctors and we will hopefully know more about her condition by this evening. We will try to update you all as we get more information and add pics when we get some.

Abbie is also doing well and I couldn't be more proud of and amazed by her. The labor came on fairly quick and it was a busy day here on the delivery unit, so by the time they were ready to give her an epidural it was too late, so she delivered Gabby au natural. Like one of the delivery doctors said, "This is why women have the babies," and I couldn't agree more.

We will try to welcome as many visitors as possible to meet our little girl starting tomorrow (Thursday) but please do not come visit if you have any cold symptoms, illness or have received a vaccine in the last 4 weeks. It is very important that Gabby stay as healthy as possible so she is ready for surgery. Please call Abbie or me before coming to make sure Gabby is available.

We are taking things not only one day at a time but hour by hour. Gabby has to have many tests to get ready for surgery and may have good times and bad times throughout the day. For her sake, please do not bring/send latex balloons, stuffed animals or live plants/flowers. We are doing everything to give our baby girl the very best and love her dearly already. We appreciate all your thoughts and prayers.